Every year the PLC Old Collegians’ Association Inc awards three bursaries.
The Olive Cusack Bursary
This bursary recognises a boarding student currently in Year 7, 8 or 9. The selected student should demonstrate an understanding of the needs of others, participate in a wide range of activities organised by the School community, and show a commitment to personal excellence, particularly in the Boarding House.
The recipient will receive $5,000 towards tuition fees in 2025.
The Olive Cusack Bursary Application & Information
The Dr Vera Summers Bursary
This bursary is awarded to a daughter, granddaughter or great-granddaughter of an Old Collegian currently in Year 10 for Year 11. The selected student should demonstrate an exemplary character, attitude, conduct and academic achievement.
The successful recipient will receive $5,000 towards tuition fees in 2025.
Dr Vera Summers Bursary Application & Information
The Heather Barr Memorial Bursary
This bursary recognises participation and contribution to PLC and is open to all current Year 11 students who most clearly display the qualities which reflect the principles espoused by Miss Barr. The selected student should be dedicated to the ideals and educational objectives of the School and she will have distinguished herself by showing selflessness, tolerance and compassion towards her peers and her juniors, demonstrating the maturity and judgment she has acquired during her years at PLC.
The recipient will receive $5,000 towards tuition fees in 2025.
The Heather Barr Memorial Bursary Application & Information
2025 Bursary Key Dates
Applications Open: 1 July 2024
Applications Close: Friday 2 August 2024
Heather Barr Bursary Interviews:3.45 – 4.30 pm, Monday 12 August 2024
Olive Cusack Bursary Interviews:
Yr 7&8 Boarders – 3.45 – 4.30 pm, Tuesday 13 August 2024
Yr 9 Boarders – 3.45 – 4.30 pm, Wednesday 14 August 2024
Dr Vera Summers Bursary Interviews: 3.45 – 4.30 pm, Wednesday 14 August 2024
Bursary awarded: Tuesday 20 August 2024
If you have any queries, please contact the Alumni Officer, Greer Hancock at oca@plc.wa.edu.au.