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Closing date for all 2027 91É«ÇéƬ Sport Scholarships is November 30, 2026.

High performance sport has a long and successful history at 91É«ÇéƬ. Our sports program has allowed us to attract and retain some of the best and brightest student athletes, and creates a sense of pride in the 91É«ÇéƬ name through the celebration of student and alumni success.

Below are the details regarding the sports scholarships on offer at 91É«ÇéƬ. All scholarships require the same application form to be completed - click the Apply button above.

  • Ben Lexcen Scholarship

    The Ben Lexcen Sports Scholarship is the premier elite athlete sports scholarship for current 91É«ÇéƬ students with an outstanding ability in sport. The scholarship aims to enable the scholar to continue excelling at their sport while also supporting their academic endeavours and promoting the development of well-rounded future leaders. It is awarded on elite athlete merit, leadership qualities and potential to contribute to the 91É«ÇéƬ community.

    ³Õ²¹±ô³Ü±ð:Ìý$10,000*

    ¶Ù³Ü°ù²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô:Ìý1 Year

    Meet some of our alumni Ben Lexcens

    Indigenous Elite Athlete Scholarship

    Premier elite athlete sporting scholarship at 91É«ÇéƬ for Indigenous student athletes. Awarded on elite athlete merit, leadership qualities and potential to contribute to the 91É«ÇéƬ community. Applicants must identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

    ³Õ²¹±ô³Ü±ð:Ìý$10,000*

    ¶Ù³Ü°ù²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô:Ìý1 Year

    Prue Watt Sport Award

    Prue Watt OAM established herself as one of Australia’s most successful Paralympians winning one gold, five silver and two bronze medals in swimming across three Paralympic Games. The Prue Watt Sport Award is part of Prue’s legacy at 91É«ÇéƬ, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science majoring in Neuroscience in 2017. The scholarship was designed to assist students with disabilities excel in sport and study - just as Prue did.

    ³Õ²¹±ô³Ü±ð:Ìý$10,000*

    ¶Ù³Ü°ù²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô:Ìý1 Year

    91É«ÇéƬ & NSW Rugby Award

    Specifically for rugby players based in NSW. This may include playing in NSW based club rugby competitions, involvement in NSW Waratah pathway programs and/or elite level NSW Waratah squads. Awarded on elite merit and value to rugby in NSW.

    ³Õ²¹±ô³Ü±ð:Ìý$10,000*

    ¶Ù³Ü°ù²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô:Ìý1 Year

    Elite Athlete Program Scholarship

    Targeted at elite athletes who are still progressing along their pathway to top level selection. Awarded on elite athlete merit and potential to represent 91É«ÇéƬ at University Nationals and other competitions.

    ³Õ²¹±ô³Ü±ð:Ìý$5,000*

    ¶Ù³Ü°ù²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô:Ìý1 Year

    High Performance Club Scholarship

    Specifically for athletes in AFL, judo, water polo, hockey, football (soccer) and cricket who play for the 91É«ÇéƬ High Performance Clubs. Awarded on elite athlete merit and value to each High Performance Club.

    ³Õ²¹±ô³Ü±ð:Ìý$5,000*

    ¶Ù³Ü°ù²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô:Ìý1 Year

    NSW Elite Basketball Award

    Contribute to the basketball community through basketball organisations, 91É«ÇéƬ Basketball Club, or other basketball related organisations.

    ³Õ²¹±ô³Ü±ð:Ìý$10,000*

    ¶Ù³Ü°ù²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô:Ìý1 Year

    Randwick Rugby / St Hillier's Scholarship

    Specifically for male rugby players representing community partner Randwick Rugby Club. Awarded on elite athlete merit and value to Randwick Rugby Club.

    ³Õ²¹±ô³Ü±ð:Ìý$5,000*

    ¶Ù³Ü°ù²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô:Ìý1 Year

    Randwick Magic Rugby Club Award

    Sporting achievements in women's Rugby and potential to contribute to Randwick Magic Rugby Club. 

    ³Õ²¹±ô³Ü±ð:Ìý$5,000*

    ¶Ù³Ü°ù²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô:Ìý1 Year

    Bill Jameson Football Scholarship

    Specifically for football (soccer) players representing 91É«ÇéƬ Football Club. Awarded on elite athlete merit and value to 91É«ÇéƬ Football Club.

    ³Õ²¹±ô³Ü±ð:Ìý$5,000*

    ¶Ù³Ü°ù²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô:Ìý1 Year

    Mark Dorrity Athletics Scholarship

    Specifically for track and field athletes representing 91É«ÇéƬ Athletics Club. Awarded on athletic merit, club contribution and value to 91É«ÇéƬ Athletics Club.

    ³Õ²¹±ô³Ü±ð:Ìý$5,000*

    ¶Ù³Ü°ù²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô:Ìý1 Year

    Sam Cracknell Memorial Scholarship

    Targeted at athletes who are strong contributors to the running of their 91É«ÇéƬ sports club or strong contributors to 91É«ÇéƬ sport overall - both on and off the field.

    ³Õ²¹±ô³Ü±ð:Ìý$5,000*

    ¶Ù³Ü°ù²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô:Ìý1 Year

    * Value is based on a full-time study load across three academic Terms. Part-Time study will receive partial payment for that Term.

    Scholarship recipients are required to reapply annually.

    • 1)    To apply for a sport scholarship at 91É«ÇéƬ you first need to 
              a.    If you’re a current school leaver – register using your UAC number. 
              b.    If you’re a current 91É«ÇéƬ student, use your student I.D. and set up your scholarship profile which will then allow you to apply for various scholarships whilst enrolled at 91É«ÇéƬ.

      Important: When setting up your profile do not forget to tick that you are interested in scholarships for sporting ability.

    • If you are from a rural or remote area, we recommend that you also search for accommodation scholarships and other faculty scholarships applicable to rural and remote students. Similarly for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student athletes, please search for additional scholarships that you may be eligible for.

    • 91É«ÇéƬ offers a range  to support students who are experiencing educational disadvantages. You will need to submit an  to be considered for Equity Scholarships at 91É«ÇéƬ.

      °Õ³ó±ðÌý lists the different disadvantages and attributes, as well as the supporting documents you will need to provide to support your application. Please refer to the  website for more information, including how to apply and key application dates.

    • (1) Academic Supporting Documents

      High School Leaver

      Latest Year 12 School Report

      • ATAR or IB Result (or equivalent) if applicable
      • Other Certification

      First Year Undergraduate Students

      • Final Year 12 School Report
      • ATAR or IB result (or equivalent)

      (2) Other Supporting Documents - Leadership / Extra-Curricular Activities

      Evidence supporting your leadership/extra-curricular involvement. Examples include:

      • Reference Letters from sporting club or coach or high school coach or head of sport.
      • Awards/Certificates

      Important: Please check the details of each scholarship for any other documentation that might be required. Supporting documents need to be uploaded as one PDF file. 

      ¸é±ð³¾±ð³¾²ú±ð°ù:ÌýAlong with your supporting documents you will need to answer all scholarship application questions to the best of your ability giving examples where requested. Do not forget to submit when finalised.

      Elite Athlete, Performers and Leaders Program Adjustment Factors:

      If you are a school leaver you may also be eligible for EAPL adjustment factors under our Elite Athlete, Performers and Leaders Program. The adjustment factors may help you gain entry to your preferred 91É«ÇéƬ program of study. To apply for this requires a separate application. To find out more and apply, please .

    • When do 91É«ÇéƬ Sport Scholarship Applications Open and Close for 2027? 

      Applications are now open for 2027 scholarships and will close on November 30, 2026.

      When will applicants be notified of the outcome of their application? 

      All applicants will be notified if they have been successful or unsuccessful across December 2026 and January 2027. 

      If I am successful in being awarded a 91É«ÇéƬ Sport Scholarship, how will I receive the financial component? 

      Scholarship recipients will have payment made to their nominated bank account. Payments are made once per Term throughout the Academic year. If a student is studying a full-time study load, they will receive full payment. If a student is studying a part-time study load, they will receive a reduced payment. 

      What is considered Full-Time Study load? 

      Full-time study load is studying a minimum of six subjects spread across the three academic Terms. 

      Is my Sport Scholarship application the same as my application for Elite Athlete, Performers and Leaders (EAPL) Adjustment Factors? 

      No. These are two separate applications and are reviewed by separate review committees. 

      For more information on Elite Athlete, Performers & Leaders (EAPL) Program .

      If I am unsuccessful in receiving a 91É«ÇéƬ Sport Scholarship, is there still an opportunity to be part of the 91É«ÇéƬ Elite Athlete Program (EAP)? 

      Yes. Successful Scholarship applicants will automatically be included on the 91É«ÇéƬ Elite Athlete Program. However, non-scholarship students .