For girls who demonstrate great potential
As one of Melbourne’s most respected all girls’ schools, there is nowhere better than MLC for scholarship students to excel. At MLC, scholars will discover like-minded peers, a diverse and inclusive community, incredible teachers, and amazing curricular and co-curricular opportunities that amplify their abilities and strengths.
Academic scholars are expected to take advantage of the vast learning enrichment opportunities and participate in the co-curricular activities offered by the College, in order to demonstrate and explore their commitment to College life and their academic goals.
Shortlisted candidates display the MLC values of Engage with Respect, Aspire with Responsibility, Act with Compassion and Explore with Courage.
| Scholarship Name | Entry Year Level | Means Test | Academic Test |
| Academic | Years 5, 7, 9 and 11 | No | Yes |
| Principal's Scholarship | Years 7, 9, 10 and 11 | Yes | Yes |
| Dr Wood Scholarship | Years 9 and 10 | Yes | Yes |
| The Christian and Jinah Johnston / Goldman Sachs Gives Scholarship | Year 7 | Yes | Yes |
About the Christian and Jinah Johnston / Goldman Sachs Gives Scholarship:
With a strong commitment to education, current parents Christian and Jinah Johnston aspire to support students who, due to their families’ financial circumstances, would not otherwise have the opportunity to attend MLC.
2026 Entry Academic Scholarships are now closed. 2027 Entry Scholarships will open in November 2025.
Duration for Years 7-11 scholarships is for the entirety of the student's secondary schooling. Year 5 scholarships have a duration of 2 years.
Eligibility
- Must be an Australian citizen, permanent Australian resident or temporary resident.
- Currently at MLC or attending another school.
- Must register for the Edutest Scholarship academic test.
- Means-tested scholarships require financial assessment eligibility. This assessment will be required to be completed if your daughter is shortlisted for a scholarship.
Value
A percentage of the annual tuition fees and technology levy. This includes computer, technology support and peripherals.
Information required within the Scholarship Application
- Evaluation of a 200-word statement on why the candidate is applying for this scholarship; this should be written by the student, demonstrating her accomplishments, talents, any leadership experience and her reasons for wanting to attend MLC.
- The student's most recent NAPLAN test results.
Conditions
Scholarship holders are expected to complete their secondary education at MLC. Please refer to the MLC Scholarship Terms & Conditions.
Application process
Apply via the Edutest portal
Apply for an MLC Scholarship via the Edutest online portal. This includes a registration fee.
2027 Entry Applications will open in late 2025.
Sit the Scholarship Test
For 2027 scholarships, this session is held at MLC on a Saturday in February 2026, date to be advised. The session will last the full morning.
Edutest will communicate with families in the week of the Scholarship Test to confirm final information.
Invitation to Interview
Short-listed candidates will be contacted by email with an invitation to an interview. Unsuccessful candidates will also be advised. Please note MLC will not be able to provide individual feedback of applications.
Those who have been shortlisted for a means-tested scholarship will be asked to undertake a financial assessment with MLC at this time.