2025 Scholarships
McDonald’s Dance Scholarship
Dance Big, Dream Bigger!
Get ready for the experience of a lifetime with the McDonald’s Dance Scholarship, proudly sponsored by McDonald’s Dubbo and Wellington.
Join a one-week summer workshop at Brent Street in January 2026, where you’ll train in dancing, singing, and acting at one of Sydney’s most iconic studios. Spend five action-packed days honing your skills, meeting industry professionals, and gaining inspiration to fuel your dance journey throughout 2026.
The scholarship includes $1,000 toward travel and accommodation expenses, managed under the supervision of the Dubbo Eisteddfod Committee.
Community Underwriting Dance Scholarship
Pathways to the Stage
We’re thrilled to announce the Pathways to the Stage Scholarship, proudly sponsored by Community Underwriting.
The scholarship includes:
Tuition for one week in the academy’s senior full-time dance program.
Funds towards accommodation and travel support to ease the financial burden.
This incredible experience is designed to help dancers take their craft to the next level, gaining industry insight and advanced training from some of the best in the business.
Further details to come in 2025.
Regional Australia Bank Community Partnership Dance Scholarship
Jazz / Tap Scholarship
Supported by the Regional Australia Bank Community Partnership Program, this prestigious scholarship is awarded to one outstanding dancer aged 13 and over.
The scholarship includes:
$1,000 towards tuition for advanced dance training
Meagan Morrison Trophy recognising exceptional talent and dedication
This award honors commitment, skill, and potential in jazz and tap dance.
Senior Ballet Scholarship
Open to dancers 13 years and over, this prestigious scholarship celebrates excellence in ballet.
What’s included:
$1,000 towards dance tuition to support advanced ballet training
Ferrari Gardiner Trophy, recognising exceptional skill, dedication, and artistry
Macquarie Conservatorium & Rotary Club of Dubbo Inc
Music Scholarships
$500 Vocal Scholarship sponsored by Rotary Club of Dubbo
$500 Woodwind and/or Brass Scholarship sponsored by Macquarie Conservatorium
$500 Strings and/or Piano Scholarship sponsored by Macquarie Conservatorium
Refer to the Syllabus for further details in 2025