Morling Scholarship Application

Scholarship Application Form
Scholarship Criteria
Scholarships are awarded based on:
- A student’s sense of vocation and ministry plans.
- Demonstrated financial need.
Please note that these are partial scholarships, meaning recipients are responsible for covering the remainder of tuition fees, living expenses, and other study-related costs. Scholarships will only be awarded after census date in each semester, and so students will need to pay some of their tuition either upfront or via FEEHELP if available to them.

Important Information
- Eligibility Period: To ensure fair access, most scholarships are awarded for a 12-month period and are not extended. (Ongoing matching scholarships and other existing scholarship arrangements are exempt).
- Future Students: Those applying to study at Morling for the first time should review the course details and admission criteria on our website. A separate application for the chosen Course of study is also required.
- Overseas Applicants: Scholarships are available only to students accepted into an Australian-based program on a valid student visa.
- Current Students: Ensure the specific eligibility requirements for the chosen scholarship are met.
The scholarship application form will close on the published deadline for each semester. Early applications are strongly encouraged to allow time for processing.

Key Dates for 2026

Semester 1

Applications Open: Monday, 8 Dec 2025
Matching Scholarships Offers Begin: Ongoing
Other Offers Start From: Tuesday, 20 January 2026
Application Form Closes: Friday, 30 January 2026
Final Offers Announced: Wednesday, 11 February 2026

Semester 2
Applications Open: Anytime (form remains open)
Matching Scholarships Offers Begin: Ongoing
Other Offers Start From: Monday, 15 June 2026
Application Form Closes: Friday, 3 July 2026
Final Offers Announced: Thursday, 9 July 2026

Full Name*

Given NameFamily Name
If you use a different name please include it here.
Date of Birth

MonthDayYear
Your E-mail :*
Where the confirmation will be send to
Your city/suburb and State*
Country*
Contact phone number :

Area CodePhone Number
Do you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander?*

YesNoPrefer not to say
Are you an Australian citizen?*

YesNo

Which semester would you like your scholarship to begin? (Please note that scholarships cannot start during Winter School or Summer School.)

Semester 1Semester 2
Is there a specific scholarship you are seeking consideration for? (Tick any that apply). Note that you need to address specific questions related to the specific scholarships in your Scholarship Application Letter.

Matching ScholarshipTinsley Bequest Mission and Evangelism ScholarshipHDR Scholarship (for BAT HDR students only)Vose Aboriginal Scholarship (WA Students only)Morling General Scholarship only
Have you applied for a Morling Scholarship before?*

NoYes

Note that this information will only be used for the purposes of this scholarship application.
How do you plan to finance your study if you don't receive this scholarship?
The majority of scholarships are partial (not full) and are awarded for a 12-month period only. If you are awarded a scholarship, how do you plan to fund the remaining costs of your study, including any further study beyond the scholarship period?
If you are applying for a matching scholarship, please indicate below who will be your Matching Donor (church, workplace etc). Please ensure that the Matching Donor form is also completed by your donor*
Are you applying for a Matching Scholarship?

NoYes * (please ensure that the Matching Donor form is also completed by your donor)Not sure/possibly
What is your combined household annual Income? (choose one). If you live with others but are relatively independent financially, please indicate your income range only.

under $24,000$25,000 – $49,000$50,000 - $99,000$100,000 – $149,000$150,000 - $199,000over $200,000
Do you plan to work while you study? If so, how many hours a week do you plan to work and in what industry?
Are there people (such as children, elderly family members) who rely on your financial support?
Other than FEE-HELP (if applicable) are you eligible for or already receiving any government financial assistance ? You can see a list here: https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/
Are there any other sources of financial support you're exploring or have received (e.g a different scholarship, fellowship or special funding from your church, denomination or workplace?)?
Have you faced any financial challenges or hardships that have impacted your ability to pursue higher education?
Are there any other special financial circumstances you would like to explain? You can use this section to provide additional information about your financial situation, such as unexpected medical expenses, family emergencies, or other factors that affect your ability to pay for education.

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We want all scholarship recipients to be well connected with a local church and to have a strong sense of support and partnership with them. *

Rows	Answer
Name of current church
Suburb or town of church
Church website URL
Denomination/Association of churches
How long have you been attending this church?
If less than one year, what was your previous church and how long did you attend?

Briefly describe how your Christian faith impacts your connection or involvement in your community/workplace. (max 100 words)*

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Briefly describe your involvement in your current church. (max 100 words)*

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Do you anticipate participating in paid pastoral ministry after completing your study?

Applications will include the contact details of suitable referees who may be contacted by the Scholarship Committee and/or Selection Panel.
Referee 1

Information about your church's Senior Minister or other delegated leader (e.g Elder). We may contact the minister/leader you identify below as a referee (Referee 1). If you are the Senior Minister, or they are a close family member, please nominate someone else on your ministry or leadership team.
Name of Senior Minister or nominated leader

First NameLast Name
Title/Position
Email for Senior Minister or nominated leader
example@example.com
Referee 2

Please include details of one other referee below (should not be a family member). If you are applying for a specific scholarship, please chose a referee who can provide information about you related the scholarship's criteria.
2nd Referee

First NameLast Name
Title/Position
2nd Referee email
example@example.com
2nd Referee - how does this referee know you?

Please upload a letter addressed to the Scholarship Committee addressing the following questions/points. Compile your answers into one PDF (max 1000 words).
- Please provide a brief personal statement highlighting your motivation for applying for a Morling scholarship and why you believe you're a strong candidate.
- If awarded a scholarship, outline how you see yourself using the resources and opportunities that come with this scholarship to give back to the Morling community and/or make a difference in your local community?
- There is a preference for Scholarship recipients to commit to full time study. Outline what impact full time study would have on your current commitments (eg. work, family, church, financial). Are you in a position to study full time for at least 1 year?
- If you are wanting to be considered for a specific scholarship please explain your commitment to/prior experience in:
  - Tinsley: Describe your sense of call and/or gifting in cross cultural misson, church planting, or evangelism. Has this been affirmed by your church/denomination/mission agency or other Christian community?
  - HDR: Describe your research area, including its significance and how it aligns with the vision or values of Morling College.
  - Vose Aboriginal Scholarship: Describe your connection to community and provide any other information that would be helpful for the administrators of the Minnie Bairstow Trust as they consider your application.
- Outline anything else that you would like us to know about you that may help our selection process.
Upload your Scholarship Application Letter here as one PDF document.

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You may choose to upload additional documents which could help our decision. This could include a letter of recommendation, your CV, transcripts of previous study or financial reports. Note that these documents will only be used for the purposes of the Scholarship Committee. If you have not yet applied for study at Morling you will need to supply documentation through the application process (even if it has been uploaded here).
You can upload up to four (4) files below. Due to technical limitations, max file size is capped at 100MB. Please upload in PDF format.

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By signing your name in the space below, you are certifying that all information is correct and that you are the person completing this application.

Please print for your records and retain as verification of your application.

When you press the submit button, you will receive an email confirmation that your application was received.
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