Scholarships
Opportunity
At Launceston Grammar, we value academic excellence, diverse talents, and strong character. Our annual scholarship program is designed to recognise and nurture students who demonstrate outstanding ability, leadership, and a commitment to making a positive impact in their communities.
Scholarships are offered across a range of disciplines and provide access to a rich and challenging educational experience at one of Tasmania’s leading independent schools.
Our scholarship program runs 12 months in advance of the intended year of entry. Applications typically open in November, with assessments and interviews taking place in the following six months. Successful applicants commence at Launceston Grammar in their awarded grade level the following school year.
Please see below for details of available scholarships and key dates in the application process.
Scholarship Program
Applications for our 2028 Scholarship Program will open in November 2026.
For any queries, please contact our Enrolments team for general information on 03 6336 6052.
General Excellence Scholarships are open to new and existing students entering Grade 7 or Grade 10.
In applying, students are requested to provide a handwritten letter addressed to the Principal outlining their particular strengths, achievements and potential in at least two of the following fields:
- Academic
- Leadership and community
- The Arts (music, performing arts, visual arts)*
- Sport*
* Scholarships that recognise The Arts or sport are required to meet additional conditions, including the ongoing study of the specific subject area and participation in the School’s extra-curricular program throughout the tenure of the scholarship.
Students are encouraged to upload supporting documentation on the online application form, under ‘Additional Documentation’.
When applying for this scholarship, please note that a non-refundable application fee is payable.
Applications for the 2028 Scholarship Program will open in November 2026.
Open to new students entering Grades 5 to 12 who reside in regional or rural areas of Tasmania or mainland Australia and board on a full-time basis.
In applying, students are requested to provide a handwritten letter addressed to the Principal demonstrating a strong commitment to their studies and capability and achievement in at least two of the following fields:
- Academic
- Leadership and community
- The Arts (Music, Performing Arts, Visual Arts)*
- Sport*
* Scholarships that recognise the Arts or Sport are required to meet additional conditions, including the ongoing study of the specific subject area and participation in the School’s extra-curricular program throughout the tenure of the scholarship.
When applying for this scholarship, please note that a non-refundable application fee is payable.
Applications for the 2028 Scholarship Program will open in November 2026.
Open to new and existing students entering Grade 7 or Grade 10.
Applicants must be available to participate in independent Academic Testing undertaken at our Senior Campus, Mowbray.
The Academic Testing spans various disciplines including general reasoning and problem solving, mathematics achievement and reasoning, reading comprehension, and written expression.
The online Academic Scholarship Application Form automatically registers an applicant to participate in the Academic Testing. When applying for this scholarship, please note that a non-refundable application fee is payable.
In applying, students are requested to provide a handwritten letter addressed to the Principal outlining their reason for applying and their particular strengths in a field of endeavour.
Applications for the 2028 Scholarship Program will open in November 2026.
Scholarship Application Steps
- Submit your online application
Complete the online application and pay the non-refundable application fee. - Applicants must upload the following:
- birth certificate / passport
- latest school reports
- NAPLAN report (if available)
- a handwritten letter addressed to the Principal, explaining why you are applying and how you demonstrate excellence in your chosen areas.
- Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview with the Principal - Additional requirements
Please refer to the specific scholarship category for details.
