Scholarships and Bursaries
Diocesan offers an internal scholarship programme that invests in our current students by recognising high achievers.
Consideration for a scholarship or bursary will also be given to a limited number of students who are new to Diocesan. To be eligible applicants must demonstrate they are highly motivated students who are willing to contribute and participate fully in school life while also meeting the scholarship criteria outlined below.
Sports and Music scholarships are offered from Years 11-13 and will only be made available if there are places in these year levels.
Diocesan Alumnae Association bursary are available from Year 7.
Ko Tātou scholarships are offered from Year 9.
Applications for 2026 scholarships and bursaries are now closed. Applications for 2027 scholarships and bursaries will open early January 2026.
Sports and Music scholarships at Diocesan have a maximum value of 50% of the tuition fees. Applicants must demonstrate outstanding achievement in their chosen discipline and be highly motivated students who are willing to contribute and participate fully in school life, while also meeting the scholarship criteria.
The Diocesan Alumnae Association Bursary was established for girls whose Mother or Grandmother is a Diocesan Alumna. The selection criteria include financial circumstances and the Dio Alumna’s past involvement in the school. The Bursary is for partial financial assistance of up to 50% of tuition fees only.
The Ko Tātou Scholarship was established in 2022 to open the doorway for students to attend Diocesan who financially would not otherwise be able to. Two places are offered each year for Year 9 students. The selection criteria include financial circumstances and the student demonstrating a record of enthusastic learning, high achievement and self determination in all facets of life.
There are no boarding scholarships available in 2026.
Scholarships for 2027 will be available, with applications opening in early 2026.
Further information on boarding at Diocesan can be found on our Diocesan Boarding page.
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