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Art scholarships.

307 art scholarships at 189 UK independent schools, with values and closing dates.

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Schools offering them
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Awards listed
10%
Typical value, where published
100%
Highest published
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How schools choose

Schools usually ask for a portfolio, then often set a timed practical task and talk to your child about their work.

How to prepare

  • Ask how many pieces to bring and whether they can be photographed or must be originals.
  • Show a range of media, including sketchbooks that show how ideas developed.
  • Make sure your child can talk about why they made each piece.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is an art scholarship worth?

Of the 107 art awards that publish a percentage, the typical one is worth about 10% of fees, and the highest up to 100%. Many others state no figure, and some are mostly honorary.

How are art scholarships assessed?

Schools usually ask for a portfolio, then often set a timed practical task and talk to your child about their work.

What should an art scholarship portfolio include?

Schools set their own rules, but they generally want the child's own unaided work in a range of media, including sketchbooks. Check the size and number of pieces allowed before you start.

When do art scholarship applications close?

Mostly between October and December for entry the following September, and often a few weeks before registration closes. It is usually a separate application with its own deadline, so check each school.

Can a scholarship be combined with a bursary?

Often, yes. A scholarship rewards merit and does not depend on income, while a bursary is means-tested. Many families hold both, though some schools limit the combined value.