ACS Cobham Bursaries
Up to 100% of feesMeans-tested bursaries for students with exceptional potential whose families cannot afford full fees, covering up to 100% of tuition.
Who can apply
Open at 11+, 13+ and 16+ entry. school's words
“Must be aged 11+ (Grade 6/UK Yr7), 13+ (Grade 8/UK Yr9), or 16+ (Grade 11/UK Yr12) by start date”
Both parents' finances are assessed, including separated parents. school's words
“The application requests details of both parents’ income, outgoings, assets and liabilities.”
How it works
Apply by November in the year before entry. school's words
“a school application should be submitted by the November deadline.”
The means test counts equity in your home, savings, investments and pensions and cars. school's words
“Value of any assets and equity (Assets include but are not limited to full current value of any properties”
Expect a home visit or video interview. school's words
“A home visit by BAA will be arranged to verify applications.”
Applications are assessed by Bursary Assessment Associates (BAA). school's words
“All parents are required to complete a financial application conducted by Bursary Assessment Associates (BAA), a third party assessor”
You hear In early March. school's words
“In early March, the offer of place will be made subject to availability”
The award may also cover travel and a laptop or tablet. school's words
“specific additional school-related costs (such as bussing, activities, IT equipment, etc.) could be included based on the award granted.”
Awards are reassessed every year. school's words
“Each award will be subject to annual review to reflect both any changes in a parent's financial position and the”
Your checklist
- 1Check you meet the eligibility criteria, including living within the busing zone.
- 2Submit the school application with the required documents.By the November deadline
- 3If the school accepts your application, complete the BAA financial application.After school application accepted
- 4Attend student and parent interviews and possible assessments if invited.January
- 5Receive offer and review the offer documents before accepting.Early March
Source: the school's bursary policy