In short
The UCS Music Scholarship (11+ entry) at University College School is a music scholarship for 11+ entry, worth up to 50% of fees.
Who can apply for the UCS Music Scholarship (11+ entry)?
- Competitive audition.
- Open to 11+ applicants.
What is the UCS Music Scholarship (11+ entry) worth?
Worth up to 50% of fees, as published by University College School.
- Competitive audition-based scholarship.
- Entitles holder to a reduction in annual fees of between 10% and 25%.
- In exceptional cases up to 50%.
- Free instrumental tuition at the discretion of the Director of Music.
How do you apply for the UCS Music Scholarship (11+ entry)?
University College School has not published its process here, so check with admissions.
How music scholarships usually work
Schools usually hold an audition: prepared pieces on one or two instruments or voice, often with scales, sight-reading and aural tests.
- Check the standard each school expects at your entry point, since many state a grade.
- Choose pieces your child can play confidently, ideally contrasting ones.
- Ask the instrumental teacher for a reference early, as many schools ask for one.
General guidance across schools, not University College School's own terms.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the UCS Music Scholarship (11+ entry) at University College School worth?
It is worth up to 50% of fees.
Who can apply for the UCS Music Scholarship (11+ entry)?
Competitive audition. Open to 11+ applicants.
How are music scholarships usually assessed?
Schools usually hold an audition: prepared pieces on one or two instruments or voice, often with scales, sight-reading and aural tests.