The Third Form (Year 9) Scholarships and Exhibitions at Cheltenham College is an all-rounder scholarship for 13+ entry. Assessment is on 22 Feb 2027.
Who can apply for the Third Form (Year 9) Scholarships and Exhibitions?
Merit-based awards at Year 9 entry in academic and co-curricular fields.
What is the Third Form (Year 9) Scholarships and Exhibitions worth?
- Scholarships awarded for outstanding performance with merits and cerise ties
- Exhibitions for talent and potential with black and cerise ties.
How do you apply for the Third Form (Year 9) Scholarships and Exhibitions?
Papers in English, Maths, Science, Humanities, French or Spanish and Latin, followed by an interview.
How all-rounder scholarships usually work
Schools usually look at academic results alongside strength in at least two other areas, using references and an interview.
- List what your child does in and out of school, with levels and dates.
- Ask the current school early for a reference.
- Prepare to talk about what your child would add to school life, not just what they have won.
General guidance across schools, not Cheltenham College's own terms.
Key dates
- Exam or audition
- 22 Feb 2027
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Third Form (Year 9) Scholarships and Exhibitions at Cheltenham College worth?
Scholarships awarded for outstanding performance with merits and cerise ties; Exhibitions for talent and potential with black and cerise ties.
Who can apply for the Third Form (Year 9) Scholarships and Exhibitions?
Merit-based awards at Year 9 entry in academic and co-curricular fields.
How do you apply for the Third Form (Year 9) Scholarships and Exhibitions?
Papers in English, Maths, Science, Humanities, French or Spanish and Latin, followed by an interview.
When is the Third Form (Year 9) Scholarships and Exhibitions assessment?
On 22 Feb 2027.
Source: cheltenhamcollege.org, checked 4 Nov 2026