Brisbane Boys' College Application for Bursary 2020-2022 Entry
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Brisbane Boys’ College Application for Bursary 2020-2022 Entry
The Brisbane Boys’ College Foundation provides a limited number of needs-based bursaries that are open to boys seeking to enrol at Brisbane Boys’ College as well as current students whose families are experiencing financial hardship due to a fundamental change in circumstances. All bursaries are means-tested and, unlike scholarships which are solely merit-based, are specifically set aside for candidates in financial need who would otherwise be unable to access a BBC education. Bursaries may support full or partial remission of tuition and/or boarding fees, with parents/guardians required to cover the balance of the account and all other expenses. Bursaries are subject to a biennial review and means-test. Who should apply? Brisbane Boys’ College welcomes applications from deserving candidates with a demonstrated financial-need who have the potential to gain the most from a Brisbane Boys’ College education and who will add to the fabric and history of the College by immersing themselves in the opportunities presented. All recipients are expected to display academic progress commensurate with their ability and to take full and constructive part in all facets of College life. Bursary Selection Criteria: Brisbane Boys’ College is currently accepting bursary applications from boys seeking new or continued enrolment in 2020, 2021 and 2022, whose family has a demonstrated and authentic need for financial assistance. Bursary assistance is open to applicants who demonstrate: • A desire to achieve to their individual academic potential, as evidenced by academic reports demonstrating a conscientious and engaged approach to studies • A willingness and desire to participate in all facets of College life, including academic, sporting, cultural and service activities • Active participation and achievement in a variety of co-curricular activities • Good character and a willingness to uphold the Christian values of the College • Financial need The following means-tested bursaries are available to support boys from diverse backgrounds to attend Brisbane Boys’ College, and are open to both new and existing families: BBC Foundation Bursary All boys who meet the above bursary selection criteria, and wish to attend Brisbane Boys’ College as a day or boarding student, are eligible to apply. Bush Kids Bursary Boys from a rural or regional area (currently defined as 100km or more beyond the Brisbane metropolitan region) who meet the bursary selection criteria, and who wish to attend Brisbane Boys’ College as boarding student are eligible to apply. Indigenous Bursary Boys from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds who meet the bursary selection criteria, and who wish to attend Brisbane Boys’ College as either a day or boarding student, are eligible to apply. Guy Roberts Memorial Bursary Boys entering Year 8, 2021 or Year 9, 2022 who meet the bursary selection criteria, and who wish to attend Brisbane Boys’ College as either a day or boarding student, are eligible to apply. BBC Old Collegians’ Association Bursary Funded by donations from the BBC Old Collegians’ Association, the OCA Bursary provides financial assistance to boys, including the sons and grandsons of Old Boys, to attend BBC. Arrowsmith Bursary Brisbane Boys’ College is one of only 90 organisations worldwide to offer the Arrowsmith Program, a worldwide cognitive program that offers students who have high intelligence but unrealised potential a different pathway to try and overcome difficulties in academic learning such as spelling, reading, maths or executive functioning. The families of boys who are accepted or enrolled for the Arrowsmith Program are eligible to apply for this bursary. Visit www.bbc.qld.edu.au/ arrowsmith for more information on the Arrowsmith Program. The Presbyterian and Methodist Schools Association T/A Brisbane Boys’ College | CRICOS Provider Number 00491J
The Application Process
All bursary candidates are required to complete this Application for Bursary form and provide the appropriate
supporting documentation as outlined in the table below, no later than the closing date of 31 July, 2020.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview in Term 3, 2020 and advised of the outcome of their application
no later than October, 2020.
Application for Bursary - Documentation Checklist
Required Documentation New students yet to enrol Current or enrolled students
Application for Bursary form
Application for Enrolment
Birth certificate
Income Assessment statements from the Australian
Tax Office (last two years)
School reports (last two years)
Relevant Awards / Certificates
NAPLAN results
Medical / specialist reports (if applicable)
Citizenship / visa details (if applicable)
Court Orders relating to guardianship arrangements
(if applicable)
Process for bursary candidates not yet enrolled at the College
For boys not yet enrolled at Brisbane Boys’ College, as an offer of a bursary would also constitute an offer of enrolment,
an online Application for Enrolment must also be submitted. If your application for enrolment in dependent on the
outcome of your bursary application, you may choose to postpone payment of the enrolment application fee by using the
code “BBCbursary21” in the payment section.
1. Complete this Application for Bursary form
2. Complete the BBC online Application for Enrolment at www.bbc.qld.edu.au/enrol and upload your Application for
Bursary form along with all supporting documentation (in pdf format) in the Documentation step, under the heading
‘Additional Supportive Documents’
3. Should you wish to postpone payment of the Enrolment Application Fee, apply payment code “BBCbursary21” in the
Review and Payment step, where it invites you to submit a unique code.
Process for bursary candidates who are currently attending or are enrolled to attend the College
While the application requirements are the same for both new and existing families, the application process for current and
enrolled families is slightly different due to the College being able to access supporting documentation via existing records
for enrolled and current students.
1. Complete this Application for Bursary form
2. Email your completed Application for Bursary form to admissions@bbc.qld.edu.au along with any supporting
documentation, including your ATO income assessment statements for the last two years.Application for Bursary
SECTION 1- STUDENT DETAILS
First Name: Application Status
Surname:
Current student
Age:
On the waitlist or enrolled
Current Year Level:
Not enrolled
Current School:
How did you hear about the BBC Bursary Program?
(eg. Courier Mail/Sunday Mail advertisement)
SECTION 2 - PARENT / GUARDIAN DETAILS
Parent/Guardian 1 Parent/Guardian 2
Name: Name:
Phone: Phone:
Residential Address: Residential Address:
Email: Email:
SECTION 3
Please select the bursary you are applying for. You may select more than one bursary for which you wish to be considered,
providing you meet the criteria; however, student will only be permitted to hold one bursary at any one time.
The BBC Foundation Bursary
The Bush Kids Bursary
The Indigenous Bursary
Guy Roberts Memorial Bursary
The BBC Old Collegians’ Association Bursary
The Arrowsmith Bursary
SECTION 4 - QUESTIONS ADDRESSING THE SELECTION CRITERIA - TO BE COMPLETED BY THE CANDIDATE
How will you benefit by attending Brisbane Boys’ College?What are your academic goals and how will you try to achieve them? Tell us about the achievements you are most proud of and why? How do you demonstrate leadership? Give an example of when you were a good leader.
What co-curricular activities are you involved in? Please share details of your participation and achievement across academic, sports, cultural and/or service activities. If you are applying for the Bush Kids Bursary, tell us about your connection to the land? If you are applying for the Indigenous Bursary, tell us about your connection to community?
SECTION 5: STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
All information will remain confidential and will not be disclosed without appropriate approval
LIABILITIES ASSETS
Loans Amounts Owing Cash Assets Present Value
Overdrafts $ Cheque Account $
Mortgages $ Savings $
Investment Loans $ Other - Term Deposits $
Other Loans $ Property Assets $
Credit Cards $ House at $
Credit/Store Cards $ Other Property $
Hire Purchase $ Deposit on Property $
Other Liabilities Other Assets
Taxation $ Motor vehicles
Other $ Make/model _______________ $
Make/model _______________ $
Caravan/Boat $
Furniture/Household effects $
(insured value)
Life Policies (surrender value) $
Shares/Bonds/Investment Trusts $
Other Assets (Please specify)
_________________________ $
_________________________ $
Total Liabilities $ Total Assets $
EXPENDITURE INCOME
Credit Commitments Average Monthly Base Salary Average Monthly
Bank loans (inc personal) $ Parent 1 $ gross $ net
Mortgage on residence $ Parent 2 $ gross $ net
Investment Mortgage/Loans $ Other Income $
Credit/Store cards $
Hire purchase/lease
payments $ Regular Overtime $
Commissions/allowances $
Other Commitments Additional casual work $
Rent/board $ Interest/Dividends $
Rates - Council and water $ Government benefits/Pensions $
Fuel/power etc $ Rent received* (gross $ 75%) $
Car (rego and running exp) $ Other (Please specify)
Education expenses $ _________________________ $
Living expenses $ _________________________ $
Insurance (life, disability etc) $
Health/medical insurance $
Other (Please specify)
_________________________ $
_________________________ $
Total Monthly Expenses $ Total net monthly income (1) $
Less total monthly
expenditure (2) $
Uncommitted monthly income
(1-2) $
*Do not show investment property outgoings as an expenditure item as rental income has been discountedSECTION 6: PARENT/GUARDIAN DECLARATION
• I/We hereby apply for a bursary for the student named in Section 1 at Brisbane Boys’ College
• I/We understand and acknowledge this application does not guarantee a place or bursary at Brisbane Boys’ College
• I/We confirm the information provided in this document is a true and correct statement of our financial affairs
• I/We agree to advise the College in writing of any material changes in our circumstances, including financial, in a timely
manner
• I/We understand the College reserves the right to request additional information, including financial information, as part of
the bursary application process
Signature of Parent/Guardian 1 Signature of Parent/Guardian 2
Please PRINT name Please PRINT name
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