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List of Scholarships

List of our scholarships

These scholarships are provided by the College and by the generous support of our donors.


Brett Gooden Space Science Scholarship

The Brett Gooden Space Science Scholarship supports a student who hopes to achieve a career in a space science or in the aerospace industry. Dr Gooden (PAC 1953-1960) places great emphasis on encouraging young people to take advantage of the extensive career opportunities opening up in these areas in South Australia.


Brett Williamson Scholarship

The Brett Williamson Scholarship commemorate the life of Brett Williamson (1992-96).


Bruck and Betty Wheeler Scholarship

The Bruck and Betty Wheeler Scholarship commemorates the association with Prince Alfred College of Bruce Page ‘Bruck’ Wheeler (PAC 1923-25) and his wife Elizabeth ‘Betty’ Wheeler.


Colin Hassell Scholarship

The Colin Hassell Scholarship recognises the contribution to the architectural profession and to the College of the late Mr Colin Hassell AO (1919-28).


Edward Hunt Boarding Scholarship

The Edward Hunt Boarding Scholarships commemorate the life of Edward Hunt (1878-1951) and have been made possible through the estate of his daughter, Mrs Torrie Chapman (1921-2016).


Geoffrey Bean Boarding Scholarship

The Geoffrey Bean Boarding Scholarship recognises the outstanding contribution to the life of the College by its seventh Headmaster, Geoffrey Bean AM, who served from 1970-87.


Grasby Scholarship

Established by Mr James Grasby (1871).


Headmaster’s Music Scholarship

This is awarded at the discretion of the Headmaster and Director of Music and varies in value from year to year. It is not awarded every year.


Headmaster’s Scholarships

These are made at the discretion of the Headmaster and vary in number and value from year to year.


Indigenous Scholarships

These are made at the discretion of the Headmaster and vary in number and value from year to year.


J R Robertson Scholarship

James Robertson served as a member of staff 1885-1919 and was the first Master in Charge of the Preparatory School.


Ken Lord Family Boarding Scholarship

The Scholarship has been made possible through the generosity of Mr Ken Lord (1940-44) and his family.


Linden Boer Scholarship

Was established through a bequest from Miss Eva Boer in memory of her brother, Mr Max Boer (1933-38).


Margaret Jolly Scholarship

Endowed through a bequest from Miss Margaret Jolly, the daughter of South Australia’s first Rhodes Scholar, Mr Norman Jolly (1893-98).


Margaret and Llewellin Davey Scholarship

The Margaret and Llewellin Davey (1899-1907) Scholarship recognises the contribution to Prince Alfred College and the wider community of Dr Llewellin Davey and his daughter Miss Margaret Davey CBE.


Murray Evens Scholarship

The Murray Evens Scholarship was endowed by Mr Murray Evens (PAC 1939-40).


Neil Andary Scholarship

The Neil Andary Scholarship recognises the contribution to Prince Alfred College of Neil Andary (1977) as a member of staff 2004-2019 in a number of leadership roles and in particular as a long-serving Head of the Preparatory School.


Neil Smart Scholarship

The Neil Smart Scholarship was endowed by Mr Neil Smart (PAC 1930) to support students boarding at PAC from regional or rural Australia.


Richard Thorne Scholarship

The Richard Thorne Scholarship recognises the significant contribution to the game of Chess in South Australia and at Prince Alfred College by Mr Richard Thorne.


Rolland May Music Scholarship

Rolland May was a significant driver in music education at the College.


Samuel Fiddian Scholarship

Recognises the College’s first Headmaster, Mr Samuel Fiddian.


Shierlaw Scholarship

Established by a bequest from George Shierlaw (1884-85)


Sir Thomas Elder Scholarship

Established in 1897 through a bequest from the philanthropist Sir Thomas Elder GCMG.


Thorne Family Music Scholarship

Established through the generosity of Mr and Mrs R.E. Thorne to support students with demonstrated interest in playing the cello and/or piano. 


Tom Keane Information Technology Scholarship

The Tom Keane Information Technology Scholarship was established by Thomas Keane (1989-1996) to support students with an interest in Information Technology.


Wirrabara 110 Scholarship

The Wirrabara 110 Scholarship was established by an Old Scholar to support students from diverse backgrounds to attend PAC.


Our scholarship program is made possible through the generosity of donors through the Prince Alfred College Foundation Scholarship Fund. The College is very grateful to members of its community who have contributed to the scholarship program.

For more information about ways in which you can support, please contact Alice Turnbull, Executive Officer, Prince Alfred College Foundation at aturnbull@pac.edu.au.