Boarding School

Academic Scholarships are offered to students entering Years 7 to 11 who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of examination success and demonstrated academic achievement and entitle the recipients to part remission of tuition fees to the end of Year 12. All other expenses must be met at the full rate.

For 2027 Academic Scholarships testing will occur in February 2026. Please register your interest and further information will be sent.

The scholarships are reviewed on an annual basis and it is the School’s expectation that recipients of Academic Scholarships maintain a high academic standard throughout their schooling and represent the School as and when requested.

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These scholarships aim to provide financial support to students excelling in Hockey, Rugby, Netball, Athletics, and various Equestrian Disciplines, acknowledging the significant cost to families associated with travel and supplies for students competing at representative levels.

Sporting Excellence Scholarships are part remission of fees, and are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

PLACEMENT IN THE PROGRAM IS DEPENDENT ON:

An ability, interest and potential in the nominated sport, already achieving representative levels.

A recognisable commitment to school studies and academic performance.

An excellent record of school conduct and attendance.

The scholarships are reviewed on an annual basis and it is the school’s expectation that recipients of Sporting Excellence Scholarships maintain continued development and improvement in the nominated sport, commitment to academic performance, represent the school as and when requested and acceptable levels of attendance and adherence to the schools’ code of conduct.

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Applications are now open for new day student scholarships at NEGS, in honour of the school’s founder, Miss Florence Green.

Florence Green, established NEGS in 1895 through tenacity and dedication to education.

On 7 February 1895, Miss Florence Green opened NEGS’ doors to just six-day students. In the 128 years since, her values of integrity, responsibility and excellence continue to guide every new student to walk through the School’s gates. NEGS’ focus is to empower students to lead meaningful lives, to be resilient and unafraid of risk, just as Florence Green was unafraid in her decision to move to Armidale and establish the school.

How to apply

The scholarships are open to new students currently in Years 5 to 11, and will be awarded based on:

• Strong academic merit. Students will have strong school reports and a demonstrated record of sound academic progress, effort and achievement.
• Demonstrated ability in areas of service, sport, leadership and other co-curricular activities.

The scholarships are reviewed on an annual basis and it is the school’s expectation that recipients of the Florence Green All Rounder Scholarship maintain commitment to academic performance, represent the school as and when requested, to be involved in leadership and service within the school community, and acceptable levels of attendance and adherence to the schools’ code of conduct.

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These scholarships are offered to students entering Years 9 – 11 who demonstrate a particular flair in their artistic and/or design ability. Students applying for this scholarship will demonstrate a creative ability as well as the potential to achieve excellence scholastically in areas of Art and Design. It is assumed that any applicant will be proactive in developing their practical skills and understanding of Art and/or Design history/theory.

All applicants for Visual Art and Design Scholarships are required to:

1. Sit the Academic Scholarship Test;
2. Provide a portfolio with examples of the applicant’s own drawings, designs and/or artworks. Each folder and artwork is to be clearly labelled.
3. Along with a portfolio, each applicant is to submit a written investigation to demonstrate their understanding of Art History and/or the Design World. Students can complete this section of the criteria by submitting ONE of the following options:(a) Submit a report on an artist, designer or architect of their choosing outlining the significance of that practitioner’s work, their influences/inspiration, materials, processes and techniques. (max. 1200 words)OR(b) Respond to the question below:Artworks are not just created for their visual appeal. They often communicate powerful ideas that existed in the world in which they were created.Discuss this statement with reference to TWO or THREE specific artists, craftspeople, designers and/or architects you have studied. Be sure to include a specific example (artwork or designed object/concept) in each paragraph to back up your main argument. (max. 1200 words).

Assessment Details:

Students are to submit their artistic Portfolio and written task by

21, January annually to:

enrolments@negs.nsw.edu.au

Enrolments Office,
NEGS, Uralla Road
Armidale, NSW, 2350

The scholarships are reviewed on an annual basis and it is the school’s expectation that recipients of the Visual Arts and Design Scholarship maintain commitment to academic performance, represent the school as and when requested, to be involved in leadership and service within the school community, and acceptable levels of attendance and adherence to the schools’ code of conduct.

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Bursaries may be offered to boarding students who have a strong desire to attend NEGS, demonstrate significant potential to contribute to the boarding and general life of NEGS and demonstrate genuine financial need. The Bursary entitle the recipients to part remission of boarding fees to the end of Year 12. All other expenses must be met at the full rate. Bursaries are reviewed annually.

All applicants for Boarding Bursary are required to:

1. Submit financial statements (where applicable) and tax returns for the last financial year.

The bursaries are reviewed on an annual basis and it is the School’s expectation that recipients of a Boarding Bursary maintain all round commitment to all areas of their schooling, including contributing to the boarding life of the School and represent the School as and when requested.

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