Scholarship Application Information
Points To Consider When Applying
Nisibis Assyrian Theological College coursework scholarships offer a ‘one application’ approach. The reason for this is outlined below:
Simplified process: It simplifies the scholarship application process for you. There is no need to consider which scholarship you may be eligible for. The executive board will assess what you may be eligible for.
Timesaving: It allows you to be considered for multiple scholarships with just one application, saving you time and effort.
Increased chances of success: Being considered for all scholarships, to increase your chances of success.
Consistency: it ensures that all scholarship applications are assessed using the same criteria and process. This can ensure fairness and consistency in the scholarship selection process.
- It is strongly recommended that you review your answers before submitting your application as you will not be able to make any changes once submitted.
- Read the supporting documentation section to find out what and how to submit your supporting documentation.
- Get your applications in by the due date – we will not accept late applications.
- Refer to the scholarships page, which includes important dates.
- New scholarships come up all the time, so it is worth keeping up to date with the scholarships that you are eligible for. Keep an eye on our website for further opportunities throughout the year.
Don’t forget that you also have to apply for admission to the College. Obtaining and accepting a scholarship does not guarantee you an offer to a course. Information on how to apply to a course can be accessed from by clicking here
What Happens After You Submit An Application?
- Each scholarship has strict selection criteria and the applicant who best meets the selection criteria and who is approved by the selection committee will be offered the scholarship. In some cases, this may involve an interview with the Executive Board.
- Once the applications have been assessed, successful applicants will be notified via email. In the majority of cases, offers are made within 2-4 weeks of the scholarship closing date. In exceptional circumstances or for donor-funded scholarships this may take longer.
What Happens If I Am Awarded A Scholarship?
Applicants will receive notification of the outcome via their student email account or the email address they have provided on their application form. An official offer, conditions of the scholarship, and a scholarship acceptance/agreement form will be sent to scholarship recipients by email and the signed documentation must be returned by email or mail by the due date specified.
Supporting Documentation
You must supply supporting documentation for each item listed, except for items marked as optional. Copies of original supporting documents need to be attached to the online application form. All documentation is required to be sent to the Nisibis admin department (admin@nisibis.edu.au) 2 weeks before Semester commences, dates are available on the Academic Calendar.
What Documentation Do You Need To Provide?
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Personal Statement | All personal statement sections of the application form must be completed with appropriate examples. |
| Qualifications |
1) Year 12 school report and/or Higher School Certificate results 2) ATAR Results 3) Any academic qualification beyond High School |
| Supporting documents |
- Certificate of achievement or attainment - Copies of major awards/prizes - Manager or Parish Priest reports, referrals, and testimonials |
Writing A Personal Statement
When submitting your application, you are asked to prepare a personal statement. Although the length and layout of the personal statement is up to the applicant, you should aim to cover the following points at a minimum:
- Indicate how the scholarship will assist you in your studies and future career.
- Explain your background, intention for studying this course and current circumstances.
- Use examples to support your achievements.
The personal statement is an important part of preparing your application and enables the Nisibis Assyrian Theological College executive board to assess your eligibility.
Further Information On Supporting Documentation
- If you are providing documentation that is in a language other than English, you must provide a translation of the document by a certified translation body (e.g. NAATI)
- Documents must be legible and easy to read.
- All documentation must have your Name and the course clearly marked.
- If you are attaching your supporting documentation with the online application form please save your files with file names in the following format:
‘Your Name – Type of document e.g. ‘Ashur Smith – Citizenship’
All supporting documentation must be received by the Scholarships Unit by the due date of the Scholarship application.
Types of Scholarships
Type A- Scholarships funded by Nisibis Assyrian Theological College and the Assyrian Church of the East.
- The Mar Awa III Academic Excellence Scholarship– This scholarship is designed for students who show exceptional promise within and beyond their academic achievements. This scholarship supports strong academic performance and excellence in previous studies (from HSC and Higher awards).
To apply for scholarships in this category you only need to submit one application through the Nisibis Assyrian Theological College Scholarship form. We will ask you a range of questions, and once we know more about you, we will assess your eligibility for each available scholarship.
- The Mar Meelis High Achievement Continuing Education Scholarship – this Scholarship is for current students of Nisibis Assyrian Theological College only. It is to support the student/s to continue their studies with Nisibis due to their high academic achievement.
To apply for scholarships in this category you only need to submit one application through the Nisibis Assyrian Theological College Scholarship form. We will ask you a range of questions, and once we know more about you, we will assess your eligibility for each available scholarship.
Equity scholarships recognise that all people have different needs and that some groups experience disadvantages that impact on their educational progress. Financial Hardship is an indicator of need, and applicants experiencing financial hardship may provide the following:
- Centrelink payments such as Youth Allowance, Austudy, JobSeeker, Special Benefit or ABSTUDY, Disability Support Pension, Parenting Payment, and Carer Payment.
- Family members’ Centrelink income support payments such as those listed above, or Family Tax Benefit Part A.
You may also experience one or more of the following educational disadvantages:
- Carer responsibilities
- Long-term medical condition/disability or ongoing effects of abuse
- Sole parent responsibilities
- Relocating from a regional or remote area
- A non-English speaking background (however must hold English proficiency level of 5.5 and higher or has studied in Australia).
- The St. Ephraim Low Socioeconomic Scholarship- this scholarship looks at the financial and living aspects of prospective and current students.
To apply for scholarships in this category, you only need to submit one application through Nisibis Assyrian Theological College scholarship form. We will ask you a range of questions, and once we know more about you, we will assess your eligibility for each available scholarship in this category.
- The Mar Yosip Clergy Scholarship- This scholarship is specifically offered to prospective students who wish to obtain a career in the Church Service, for example (Priesthood).
To apply for scholarships in this category, you only need to submit one application through Nisibis Assyrian Theological College scholarship form. We will ask you a range of questions, and once we know more about you, we will assess your eligibility for each available scholarship in this category.
Type B- Commonwealth Scholarships
This group includes scholarships that are funded by the Commonwealth of Australia, or an Australian State or Territory. The current scholarships are:
- Indigenous Commonwealth Reward Scholarships – no application required. This scholarship recognises an Indigenous student’s exceptional performance during their studies in the preceding year. This scholarship is granted annually, based on the strongest GPAs to continuing undergraduate (two) and postgraduate (two) students.
- Government Equity Scholarships – Two types of Government Equity Scholarships are available to higher education students to assist with costs of studying and living away from home. You don’t need to apply for these scholarships as Department of Human Services will pay them directly to eligible recipients.
For more information visit the Department of Human Services website.
