Access Awards

It is CREST’s hope that all families have access to leading, Christian education. For this reason, CREST introduces Access Awards to families who would not otherwise have the financial means to afford a CREST education. All families of Years 9 – 12 students are invited to apply for Access Awards. They will be available to students who are already attending, students who are enrolled at our CREST Colleges (who have not yet commenced), and to new students.

Access Awards are means tested, with shortlisted applicants being required to provide evidence of family financial circumstances (as evidenced in income tax statements). Eligible families can receive up to 50% off tuition fees until the completion of Year 12.

  • Eligibility Year Levels: Years 9 – 12
  • Discount Offered: Up to 50% off tuition fees
  • Period of Award: Until Year 12 is completed
  • Continuation: Need to meet the criteria every year

Access Awards are granted to students who can demonstrate:

  • Full support of the College’s philosophy, ethos and Christian values
  • A capacity and desire to contribute positively to the life of the College
  • Evidence of exemplary standards of effort, progress, and behaviour at school
  • Participation in school or community service activities

To learn more about CREST’s Access Awards, please contact our Admissions team. Please note, students who are not enrolled must complete an Expression of Interest or Enrolment Application Form prior to submitting an application for Access Awards.

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Scholarships

CREST Education offers Scholarships and Awards to students who demonstrate outstanding achievement in academics, arts, sport, spiritual leadership, or community service. The process is student-led and closely aligned with the American college application model. 

Eligibility

  • Scholarships are available to internal and external students in Years 7–12. 
  • Awards are available to internal and external students in Years 9–12. 
  • Applicants must demonstrate outstanding achievement in one or more of the following areas:  
  • Academic: Consistent, outstanding record across all subject areas (grades 90%+, A–A+, national/international recognition). 
  • Arts and Sport/Athletics: State or national level representation or recognition; AMEB Grade 7+ or equivalent. 
  • Spiritual Leadership and/or Community Service: Award application pathway. 

Application Process

All scholarship applicants must submit a personal statement, written solely by the student, outlining why they believe they should be awarded the scholarship. Statements must be no longer than 500 words and include two referees (internal candidates may select a pastoral teacher). No assistance from others or AI tools is permitted. 

Academic Scholarships:

  • Applicants for 2027 and beyond must sit the Edutest external examination. More details below. 

Arts and Sport Scholarships:

  • Internal applicants must submit a student CV (max 4 pages) including a personal statement, achievements, documentation/evidence, and two referees. 
  • External applicants must submit an online enrolment form and student CV. Standard enrolment procedures apply. 

Awards:

  • Recognise spiritual leadership and community service. 
  • A separate application form is available. 

Selection Criteria

Decisions are based on academic records, standardised test scores, co-curricular performance, Christian character and leadership, community service, internal assessment tools, and references. 

Scholarship and Award Levels

  • Students may be awarded more than one scholarship or a scholarship in conjunction with an award. 
  • Scholarships are limited and awarded at the discretion of the Executive Principal, who considers student performance, College needs, and family circumstances. 

Confidentiality

All application materials and internal documents are confidential and remain the property of CREST Education. Financial matters are never discussed between families. All internal documents used in decision-making are confidential and remain the sole property of CREST Education, they are prohibited to be shared with the applying family or externally.

EduTest Registration

Registration Process 

  • Applications are managed through Edutest. 

Scholarship Testing 

  • Date: Saturday, 07 February 2026 
  • Format: Online testing conducted by Edutest (approx. 2 hours). 
  • Content: Verbal Reasoning, Numerical Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, and Mathematics. 

If you have any questions, please contact our Admissions Team at registrar@cresteducation.vic.edu.au