The Carlo and Tine Tabalujan (Family) Scholarship is a means-tested scholarship awarded to a student who can demonstrate their contribution to becoming a global citizen and forging connections with Asia and who meets the criteria of the General Excellence scholarship.
This scholarship is in honour of Carlo and Tine Tabalujan and endowed by their children – Hans, James, Heyley, Peter and Benny. Read more about the Tabalujan family.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must:
- be an Australian citizen or permanent resident visa holder
- be a new or current Wesley student entering Years 5 to 11 in 2026 at the St Kilda Road or Glen Waverley Campuses, or Years 5 to 9 in 2026 at the Elsternwick Campus.
- be generally excellent in one or more areas leadership and community service, music, performance, art or sport.
- complete and submit the Wesley College means-testing form.
Selection criteria
Applicants must demonstrate how they are a global citizen and are forging connections with Asia and are assessed based on academic performance and outstanding achievement in the leadership and community area as detailed below:
- excellent academic records
- evidence of being a global citizen and forging connections in Asia for example, participation and contribution to the community through volunteering or through leadership in a community club, organisation or school.
- a passion and potential for contributing to Wesley College
Applicants are assessed using a combination of the following selection criteria:
- excellent academic records
- participation and outstanding achievement in music
- depending on the age of the applicant, participation in ensembles, performance experience and/or composition would be highly regarded
- a passion and potential for contributing to Wesley College
- applicants may be required to audition as part of the scholarship selection process. As a guide applicants should have completed the minimum AMEB grade or equivalent as outlined in the table below:
PERFORMANCE ART
- excellent academic record
- potential for contributing to Wesley College
- a passion for performing arts
- participation and outstanding achievement in one or more of the stage crafts, (acting, singing, dancing and movement, choreography, directing, role creation, set design, costume design, lighting and/or sound) as evidenced by a leadership role in a school or community production
- leadership qualities as evidenced by setting the standards for others to follow, encouraging and supporting team members, and collaborative creation.
- industry experience in TV, film, dance troop or theatre will also be considered
We are looking for scholarship candidates with a strong work ethic, commitment and focus as demonstrated through evidence of prompt and regular attendance at rehearsals, learning lines, songs and choreography.
VISUAL ART:
- excellent academic record particularly in English
- a passion for the arts outside of school and potential for contributing to Wesley College
Artwork
- evaluation of the art and artistic skills in the chosen medium including painting, drawing, fiber art, sculpture, photography, digital media or mixed media measured through material and conceptual practice
- Material practice involves the artwork composition, elements, principles, techniques/mediums used.
- Conceptual practice includes the artwork themes, signs and symbols.
Folio
- age-appropriate documentation of the art making and theory of the artists and their art
- excellent academic records
- outstanding sporting achievements (state, national level or international level)
- a passion and potential for contributing to Wesley College.
Below is a guide of what sporting achievement can involve for different age groups:
- years 4 to 5 - Local sports club, individual ranking, age-level championship
- years 6 to 7 - Local sports clubs, individual ranking, age-level championships, inter-league team, state programs
- years 8 to 9 - Local sports clubs, individual ranking, age-level championships, inter-league team, state representation, national representation
- years 10 to 11 - Local sports clubs, individual ranking, age-level championships, inter-league team, state representation, national representation, international representation.
Applicants are assessed using a combination of the following selection criteria:
- excellent academic records
- participation and outstanding achievement in an area such as debating, chess, e-sports or other unique skills
- a passion and potential for contributing to Wesley College
Application process
Step 1. Complete the Scholarship Application Form
Click on APPLY NOW to complete and submit the scholarship application form along with supporting documentation. A one-off registration fee of $90.00 is payable for each candidate for whom you are applying.
We encourage candidates to apply for all relevant scholarship categories to increase the opportunity for consideration across all available scholarships. For entry in 2026, these include:
- Academic Excellence scholarships
- General Excellence Scholarships including all categories of excellence
The Scholarship application form, including supporting documentation must be completed and submitted by the closing date, Friday 31 January 2025.
Step 2. Means-Testing
All Wesley College Scholarships are awarded on merit, recognising students’ existing talents, achievements and academic performance as well as their potential to contribute to the College community.
You may apply for means-testing as part of your scholarship application. The means-testing component of our scholarship program seeks to provide additional support for families with demonstrated financial need and relevant personal circumstances seeking the opportunity of a Wesley education.
The link to the optional means-testing form will be emailed to eligible candidates upon completion and submission of the Scholarship application form. The means-testing form must be completed by the scholarship closing date, Friday 31 January 2025.
Step 3. Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview with the Head of Campus (or delegate). Interviews are held both in person or via video conference, depending on the applicant’s location.
Step 4. Scholarship Offer and Outcome
Successful applicants will be sent a letter of offer via email. To formally accept, applicants must sign the letter of offer and pay a one-off confirmation fee of $1,200 and a Tuition Contribution fee of $2,800. These fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application in Term 2 2025 at the latest. Unsuccessful applicants are welcome to reapply for a scholarship in future years, where eligibility criteria are met.
Please note, that results from the academic testing (if applicable) are unable to be released to families.
Application process
Step 1. Complete the Scholarship Application Form
Click on APPLY NOW to complete and submit the scholarship application form along with supporting documentation. A one-off registration fee of $90.00 is payable for each candidate for whom you are applying.
As part of your application, you may select multiple named scholarships where the candidate meets the eligibility criteria.
The Scholarship application form, including supporting documentation must be completed and submitted by the closing date, Friday 31 January 2025.
Step 2. Means-Testing
All Wesley College Scholarships are awarded on merit, recognising students’ existing talents, achievements and academic performance as well as their potential to contribute to the College community.
You may also apply for means-testing as part of your scholarship application. The means-testing component of our scholarship program seeks to provide additional support for families with demonstrated financial need and relevant personal circumstances seeking the opportunity of a Wesley education.
The means-testing form will be emailed to shortlisted candidates upon completion and submission of the Scholarship application form. The means-testing form must also be completed by the scholarship closing date, Friday 31 January 2025.
Step 3. Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview with the Head of Campus (or delegate). Interviews are held both in person or via video conference, depending on the applicant’s location.
Step 4. Scholarship Offer and Outcome
Successful applicants will be sent a letter of offer via email. To formally accept, applicants must sign the letter of offer and pay a one-off confirmation fee of $1,200 and a Tuition Contribution fee of $2,800. These fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application in Term 2 2025 at the latest. Unsuccessful applicants are welcome to reapply for a scholarship in future years, where eligibility criteria are met.
Please note, that results from the academic testing (if applicable) are unable to be released to families.
