The Sport Scholarship at Magdalen College School is a sport scholarship. The last published deadline was 9 Nov 2026; check with the school for the next round. Assessment is on 4 Dec 2026.
Who can apply for the Sport Scholarship?
Internal and external candidates at 11+, 13+ and 16+.
What is the Sport Scholarship worth?
- 13+ Sport Scholarship: application deadline 9 Nov 2026
- assessments 4 Dec 2026.
- Also available at 16+ (deadline 9 Oct 2026, assessment 7 Nov 2026).
How do you apply for the Sport Scholarship?
Magdalen College School has not published its process here, so check with admissions.
How sport scholarships usually work
Schools usually run a practical trial and look at your child's record at club, county or national level, often with a coach's reference.
- Keep a simple record of teams, levels and results, with dates.
- Ask a club coach early for a reference.
- Check which sports the school assesses. Some ask for strength in two.
General guidance across schools, not Magdalen College School's own terms.
Key dates
- Deadline
- 9 Nov 2026 (past)
- Exam or audition
- 4 Dec 2026, at school (MCS, Oxford)
Dates usually move each year, so confirm the next round with the school.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Sport Scholarship at Magdalen College School worth?
13+ Sport Scholarship: application deadline 9 Nov 2026; assessments 4 Dec 2026. Also available at 16+ (deadline 9 Oct 2026, assessment 7 Nov 2026).
When is the Sport Scholarship deadline?
The last published deadline was 9 Nov 2026. It usually falls at the same time each year, so check the next date with Magdalen College School's admissions office.
Who can apply for the Sport Scholarship?
Internal and external candidates at 11+, 13+ and 16+.
How are sport scholarships usually assessed?
Schools usually run a practical trial and look at your child's record at club, county or national level, often with a coach's reference.
When is the Sport Scholarship assessment?
On 4 Dec 2026, at at school (MCS, Oxford).
Source: mcsoxford.org, checked 4 Nov 2026