St. Columcille Bursary

Columba Catholic College is proud to offer the St Columcille Bursaries for 2026, recognising and supporting students who demonstrate excellence in academics, culture, sport, and community spirit. These bursaries are available to both Day and Boarding students, and applicants are welcome to apply for more than one category.

Whether you're a high-performing student, a passionate artist or athlete, or part of a proud Columba legacy family, there's a bursary designed to support your journey.

Bursary Categories

  • Academic Excellence – $3250 (Day & Boarding)
  • Cultural Excellence – Variable amount
  • Sporting Excellence – Variable amount
  • CSPA Past Students Bursary – Up to $2000

2026 Applications Now Open

Key Dates

  • Applications Open: Monday 28 July 2025 (Week 2, Term 3)
  • Applications Close: Friday 15 August 2025 (Week 5, Term 3)
  • Notification of Outcome: Friday 19 September 2025 (Week 10, Term 3)

How to Apply

To apply, submit the following documents to the Enrolments Registrar by the closing date:

  1. Last two academic reports (including grades, effort, and attendance)
  2. Certificates, references, and supporting documents relevant to the bursary
  3. Completed application form

Email: office@columba.catholic.edu.au
Post: Enrolments Registrar, PO Box 274, Charters Towers QLD 4820

Selection Process

Applications are reviewed by the College Board and Catholic School Parents Association Executive, with final recommendations made to the Principal. Meeting the minimum criteria is essential for consideration.

Contact

Contact Details

office@columba.catholic.edu.au

PO Box 274
Charters Towers QLD 4820

Campus

Mt Carmel Campus

Phone: 07 4787 1744
Fax: 07 4787 4986
6-8 Hackett Terrace
Charters Towers QLD 4820

St Mary's Campus

Phone: 07 4754 6333
59-69 Mary Street
Charters Towers QLD 4820

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