MacGregor State High School is known for its exceptional scholarship and excellence programs, cultivating an environment for student ambition and achievement. We are committed to pursuing student excellence through a team of dedicated staff, an innovative curriculum and diverse extra-curricular activities.
Each year, Year 6 students (enrolling for Year 7 at MacGregor State High School) have the opportunity to apply for a variety of scholarship and excellence programs. Acceptance of applications are based on merit and various examination or audition processes.
Scholarship Opportunities
Scholarships are offered by MacGregor State High School in the following areas:
Academic
Dance
Drama
Media Arts
Music
Sport
Visual Art
Students wishing to apply for a scholarship must demonstrate:
Academic - strength in academic studies
Cultural - potential excellence in The Arts (Music, Visual Art, Dance, Drama, Instrumental Music, Vocal Music) and/or AMEB Grade 4 or equivalent
Sporting - potential excellence in sport (to State/National level)
All scholarship applicants should also demonstrate a strong capacity for involvement in school activities.
Excellence Programs
MacGregor State High School is proud to offer Excellence Programs in the following areas:
Students who apply for an Excellence Programs will be interviewed and offered selection opportunities (in the form of exams, tryouts, auditions, or other) to have their entry into the program approved. Click the links above to find out more about these programs.
Apply for Scholarships and Excellence Programs
Students are able to submit applications for multiple Scholarships and/or Excellence Programs.
In many cases, students may wish to apply for a scholarship and the accompanying Excellence Program. In these cases, students will only be required to complete one audition for assessment of both applications.
Applications for 2024 Scholarships and Excellence Programs are currently open and close at 3.00pm on Friday, 2 June 2023.
To apply, please complete the application document.