Financial Aid & Scholarships

Support for Students

Most students are eligible for financial support because St Andrew's Greek Orthodox Theological College is committed to admitting the most able and dedicated students to its courses, regardless of their financial means or background. Financial support is outlined below and this is automatically applied upon enrolment. There are no separate application forms for scholarships.

Scholarship assistance is available to students of St Andrew's who undertake a full time study load (defined as being enrolled in 36 credit points in a given semester).

Scholarship assistance is also available to part time students of St Andrew's enrolled in 18 or 27 credit points in a given semester and who meet one of the following descriptions:

Details of these scholarships are found in each Course Information Sheet and are also available by contacting the Registrar.

All prospective students are invited to discuss the possibility of scholarship assistance with the Registrar. 

A student’s scholarship eligibility is reviewed each semester or annually.
Scholarship provisions are subject to change from year to year.

Help Paying My Fees

The FEE-HELP federal government loan scheme is available as a means of paying for your tuition. It may assist eligible students to pay for all or part of their tuition fees. It cannot be used for additional study costs such as accommodation or text books.

To apply for a FEE-HELP loan, you will need a tax file number (TFN). You will also need to complete an electronic Commonwealth Assistance Form (eCAF) with the help and advice of the Registrar.

Teachers & Church Volunteers

Current and prospective church volunteers (e.g. Scripture Teachers, Sunday School Teachers, Parish Committee, Ladies Auxiliary, Chaplaincy Volunteers) may apply for admission into the Diploma of Christian Studies or the Graduate Diploma of Theological Studies (by on-campus weekly classes and/or distance education) with the support of a scholarship from St Andrew’s.

Employees of schools and health care facilities operating under the auspices of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia are likewise welcome to apply with the support of a scholarship.

Such persons must submit a complete application for admission and include a reference letter from their parish priest or employer which clearly describes their role.

All normal entry criteria for the Diploma of Christian Studies or the Graduate Diploma of Theological Studies must be satisfied. An entrance test (e.g. short assignment, online quiz) may be required of those seeking admission under Mature Age or Special Entry provisions for the Diploma.