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2026 Scholarships
Applications for 2026 Scholarships are now open.
Scholarships Available
Like every part of Fintona, scholarships are designed to help each student become their best.
The recipient of a Fintona Academic Excellence scholarship will receive a 50% discount on tuition fees only from point of entry until completion of Year 12.
All Academic Excellence scholarship applicants must complete the Edutest examination.
The recipient of a Fintona Music/Academic Excellence Scholarship will receive a 50% discount on school tuition fees from point of entry until completion of Year 12 and a weekly instrumental music lesson (term time only) with a member of the Music Department.
All Music/Academic Excellence Scholarship applicants must complete the Edutest examination and submit an MP4 video recording of two contrasting pieces.
Please see the Music Scholarships menu below for the full set of requirements regarding the audition process.
The recipient of a Fintona Music Scholarship will receive a 25% discount on school tuition fees from point of entry until completion of Year 12 as well as a weekly instrumental music lesson during Term time.
All Music Scholarship applicants must complete the Edutest examination and submit a video audition of two contrasting pieces. Video auditions can be uploaded to YouTube, Vimeo or Dropbox and submitted via email to [email protected]. Should you need further advice or assistance with this, please email us.
Students who successfully pass the Music Scholarship video audition will be invited to audition in person. Applicants will be contacted by the Music Administrator to arrange an audition time.
All candidates who are asked to audition should prepare two contrasting pieces and will be tested on sight reading and aural exercises appropriate for their instrument and level. Candidates should arrange for their own accompanist if they require one.
Please note that candidates who are awarded a Fintona Music Scholarship will be required to participate in two music ensembles on their audition instrument as determined by the Music Learning Leader.
To be eligible to apply, candidates should be able to perform comfortably at the minimum AMEB or equivalent level indicated below:
| Violin | Grade 4 |
| Viola | Grade 4 |
| Double Bass | Grade 3 |
| Cello | Grade 4 |
| Recorder | Grade 3 |
| Clarinet | Grade 4 |
| Saxophone | Grade 4 |
| Flute | Grade 4 |
| Bassoon | Grade 3 |
| Oboe | Grade 3 |
| Trumpet | Grade 3 |
| French Horn | Grade 3 |
| Trombone | Grade 3 |
| Piano | Grade 6 |
| Voice | Grade 3 |
| Harp | Grade 3 |
| Drumkit | Grade 3 |
| Other* | At the discretion of the Music Learning Leader |
Students who are currently in Year 4 or 5 may apply for a Fintona Music Scholarship if they are at a level which is 1 AMEB grade lower (only) than those listed above.
*Instruments in the “other” category may include instruments such as Guzheng, Koto, Tuba, Tuned Percussion, or anything else not listed. Please email [email protected] for more information should your daughter wish to apply on an instrument that does not appear on the list.
Benefits and Selection
Applications for Academic and Music Scholarships close in February one year ahead of commencement. For example, scholarship applications for students entering Years 5 to 8 in 2026 close in February 2025.
Fintona’s scholarships are only open to domestic students.
| Scholarship | Who can apply? | Benefit | Selection |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academic Excellence | New and enrolled students from Years 5 - 8 | Part remission of tuition fees | Applicants sit the Edutest scholarship exam. Shortlisted applicants may be invited to attend an interview with the Principal. |
| Music/Academic Excellence | New and enrolled students from Years 5 - 8 | Part remission of tuition fees and music tuition fees for one instrument | Applicants submit an MP4 video recording of two contrasting pieces and, if successful, audition. Applicants also sit the Edutest scholarship exam. |
| Music Excellence | New and enrolled students from Years 5 - 8 | Part remission of tuition fees and music tuition fees for one instrument | Applicants submit an MP4 video recording of two contrasting pieces and audition. Applicants also sit the Edutest scholarship exam. This scholarship is offered based on the student's musical ability. |
Scholarship Offers
Parents of students who are successful in the scholarship exam will be contacted by phone. We do not share Edutest results with families.
Acceptance of a scholarship is required within seven days of an offer.
All decisions relating to scholarships are final and no correspondence will be entered into. Scholarship results and offers are strictly confidential and must not be shared or discussed beyond your immediate family.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Scholarships at Fintona.
Fintona’s scholarships are open to both new and currently enrolled students who will be entering Years 5 to 8 in 2026. Our scholarships aim to recognise and support students who demonstrate exceptional academic ability, leadership potential, and a commitment to their personal development, both in and outside the classroom. Please note that scholarships are exclusively available to domestic students.
Applying for a Fintona scholarship is a straightforward process. To get started, please visit the Edutest website and complete the scholarship application form. Be sure to take note of the important dates below to ensure you submit your application on time:
- Application Closing Date: Friday, 7 February 2025
- Scholarship Test Date: Saturday, 15 February 2025
After the scholarship test, parents of students who are successful in the exam will be contacted by phone. Please note that we do not share Edutest results with families, as the selection process is highly competitive and based on a holistic review of each applicant’s performance.
If your daughter is awarded a scholarship, acceptance must be confirmed within seven days of receiving the offer to secure her place.
The deadline to apply for a Fintona scholarship is Friday, 7 February 2025. All applications must be submitted by this date to ensure your daughter is registered for the scholarship test on Saturday, 15 February 2025. We encourage families to apply early to avoid missing out on this opportunity.
If you have any further questions or need more information about Fintona’s scholarship program, our Registrar is here to assist you. Please feel free to reach out via email at [email protected], and we’ll be happy to guide you through the process and answer any queries you may have.