Scholarships and Bursaries

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Full Scholarships

Acts2CoME offers a number of full or part-time scholarships each year to cover course fees for Certificate IV and Diploma ministry courses. Scholarships may be sought on either academic, leadership/ministry or hardship grounds. Book costs are not covered. Further details can be found on this page.

24/7 Youth Ministry sponsors Certificate III students for part tuition fee for in class students working in 24/7 Ministry.

Acts2CoME provides scholarships to assist and encourage students who show a desire to grow in faith and a commitment to Christian service or ministry. Encouragement is given to meritorious students via the Academic scholarship. The Financial Hardship scholarship is considered for students whose opportunities may be limited because of financial need.

Eligibility Requirements:

To be eligible for consideration, students must:

1. Be Australian citizens or permanent residents
2. Meet eligibility criteria for studying at Acts2CoME
3. Demonstrate a commitment to Christian Service or Ministry; or a desire to grow in their Christian faith or Ministry
4. Enrol for full-time study
5. Produce documents supporting their application type:

Academic scholarship – records of academic merit from School or Tertiary institution

Financial need scholarship – documentary proof of financial hardship including receipt of government assistance e.g. HCC or ATO assessment.

Book and other fees are not included.

Acts2CoME offer Scholarships to students who display merit in the following categories:

⧠ Academic Scholarship – Applicants who display academic merit from previous study

⧠ Leadership Scholarship – Applicants who display leadership potential

⧠ Ministry Scholarship

and financial aid via Bursaries:

⧠ Bursary (full fee)

⧠ Bursary – part assistance

Bursaries are considered on a case by case basis for students whose opportunities may be limited because of financial need. Applicants can apply for one year of fee assistance in the case of ongoing financial hardship, or a one off payment to assist in the case of short term financial aid.

Scholarships are subject to change and the details including application closing dates will be listed each year on the College website. Please read the conditions that are part of this application, and collate all documentation before submitting to the Principal

Download the Scholarship Application Form

Eligibility criteria for scholarship

Other Scholarships and Bursaries

Catholic Youth Ministry offer a full scholarship to Acts2COME to study youth ministry at certificate IV level each year. Please contact CYM for further information Perth CYM. The Biblical Commission, run by Archbishop Hickey, also offers scholarships for study. Acts 2 College is one of the institutions for which scholarships are available. The BJ Hickey Biblical Foundation can be contacted through the Archdiocesan Office in Cathedral Square. Applications for this scholarship close towards the end of October or early Novemeber each year.

A number of other Catholic organisations are prepared to support students studying for ministry. These do not have any connection to the college but may consider students for their funding. These include Knights of the Southern Cross and the Catenian Association (http://catenian.org/scholarships), the latter of which has a fund specifically for scholarships for young people who wish to attend organisations such as ours.

Another organisation which provides funding for ministry is the Union of Catholic Apostolate (UAC), founded by St Vincent Pallotti in Rome in 1835. It endeavors to spread the concept of a Church in which all people are actively involved. The UAC offers scholarships/study grants to enable lay people to further their understanding and skills in leadership/ministry or a specialised activity which is consistent with UAC aims and objectives. An application form for the scholarship/study grant is available from: The Secretary, Vincent Pallotti Scholarship Trust, 85 Studley Park Road, Kew, Victoria, 3101; or by emailing patron2@dodo.com.au

Testimonials

Jacinta Burns (Diploma 2017)

The Diploma of Youth Ministry is a great course to develop, grow and learn new skills in Youth Ministry. It was an awesome opportunity to learn more about my faith, how to work on better communication and expand to a greater capacity of leadership. Although the year came with challenges, I have become better prepared and equipped to overcome obstacles that may arise in working in Youth Ministry. Overall, it was an awesome year of mission and discerning where God is calling me in the coming years.

Aloyse Murray (Diploma 2018)

My decision to study the diploma last year was an easy one to make especially after studying the Cert IV in 2017. Over the past year I have come to a much deeper understanding of the faith, as well as learnt new skills that are transferable to my ministry and into any professional environment. I couldn’t imagine my year being any different or with any other group of people, I have formed so many new relationships that will last a lifetime. Thank you so much to the staff and students at Acts 2 for making my year the way it was, and I can’t wait for the adventures that are to come.

Ashley Carvalho (Cert IV 2017)

Entering Acts 2 College half way through my Politics and Law degree was a big leap of faith for me. Having now completed my Certificate IV in Christian Ministry, I have no regrets. My year at Bible College was a year that challenged me greatly in my faith but has also consolidated what I believe and what I stand for as a person. I loved journeying with my classmates and learning from my teachers. I am much more grounded in my faith and believe that I will look back on my year at Acts 2 as the year that really brought my focus back to God. I am looking forward to applying all that I have learnt into my everyday life and ministry engagements as I finish my law degree.

Caitlin Story (Cert IV 2017)

Studying at Acts 2 was one of the greatest decisions I have made for my faith and ministry. Not only did this year at college develop my faith on a personal level and give me the opportunity to learn more about the Catholic faith than I ever have, but it gave me practical help to bring into my ministry. Acts2CoME has developed my confidence and love for ministry, and I will bring the knowledge I have gained into every part of my life, especially in my job as Youth Ministry Co-ordinator for a parish home in Sydney.

Matthew Woodford (Cert IV 2017)

My time at Acts2CoME has strengthened my knowledge in my faith, the church and the works of ministry. This has given me the confidence to step out to bring about a tangible evangelisation to those around me but most importantly, I have been evangelised through the encounter and experience of God’s living word through my studies which in turn has transformed the way I choose to see and live life to the full. I am truly grateful for the memorable years at the college!

Elijah Boylen (Cert IV 2018)

Last year at college was one of the most blessed and grace fill years of my life so far. Every aspect of the college shaped me in my faith emotionally, spiritually and intellectually and I feel much more mature in my faith because of it. I also made some amazing friends in the form of my classmates, and lecturers who really informed and supported my faith. This year I’m working as a 24:7 Youth Minister for St Simon Peter’s Parish in Ocean Reef and with everything I’ve learnt and the grace of God, I have great confidence in my ability to walk with the youth in their faith. I’m also studying a B.Sc. majoring in Psychology at UWA and I’m really excited to combine this with my knowledge of the faith to come up with new and exciting ways to spread the good news! Overall, my time at Bible College was an amazing experience that I would recommend to anyone and I look to forward to what God has in store for me in the years to come!

Sebastian Vorster (Cert IV 2018)

Completing the Cert IV at Acts last year was one of the most rewarding things I have ever done. I was challenged greatly during the year to work harder, learn about the Lord and love those around me. I am now seeing the benefits of my qualification and everything learnt last year in both my ministry and my spiritual life. All the best to those who wish to attend Acts2CoME in the future.

Linda, class of 2015

My year at Acts2CoME has been one of learning and personal growth. It has deepened my understanding of Church teachings and enabled me to discover deeper layers of hidden meaning in the Scriptures. The staff at Acts2CoME are both passionate and personally invested in supporting each student’s needs and learning. Through regular school and aged care ministry opportunities, as well as many fun, creative and varied assignments, projects and presentations throughout the year; my confidence, faith and self-belief has begun to really blossom. What a blessed and privileged year!
Linda, class of 2015