Winchester College scholarships.
14 scholarships in academic, music and sport, worth up to 25% of fees.
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- Election (13+ Academic Scholarship)25% of feesElection is the 13+ academic scholarship examination, taken instead of Winchester Entrance, involving written examinations and two interviews (one with the Master-in-College, one with a member of the Academic Senior Leadership Team). Held at school over three days, typically April or May of Year 8; 2026 Election papers on Monday 27, Tuesday 28 and Wednesday 29 April 2026. Top performers are offered Founder's Scholarships (25% fee reduction).Academic13+ entry
- ExhibitionerValue not publishedNo automatic fee remissionAcademic
- Founder's Scholarship25% of fees25% fee remission, awarded on academic merit, not means-testedAcademic13+ entry
- Founder’s Scholarship25% of fees25% non-means-tested fee remissionAcademic13+ entry
- Founder's Scholarship (13+)25% of feesPrestigious academic award recognising academic excellence, intellectual curiosity, analytical rigour, and flexibility of mind. Carries 25% fee remission. Not means-tested. Awarded at 13+ via top performance in Election.Academic13+ entry
- Founder's Scholarship (16+)25% of feesPrestigious academic award recognising academic excellence, intellectual curiosity, analytical rigour, and flexibility of mind. Carries 25% fee remission. Not means-tested. Open to day and boarding pupils.Academic16+ entry
- Major Scholarship10% of fees10% non-means-tested fee remissionAcademic
- ScholarValue not publishedNo automatic fee remissionAcademic13+ entryCloses 21 Jan 2027
- Music AwardValue not publishedNo fee remission; includes free tuition for 1-2 instrumentsMusic13+ entry
- ScholarshipValue not publishedSport Awards with specialist coaching and support; no fee remission.Sport16+ entry
- Sport AwardValue not publishedNo fee remission; includes free training programmes and expert coachingSport
- Sports AwardValue not publishedExpert coaching and support; no fee remissionSport13+ entry
- Academic ScholarshipValue not publishedAcademic
- Sport scholarshipValue not published13+ Sports AwardSport13+ entry
Frequently asked questions
What scholarships does Winchester College offer?
Election (13+ Academic Scholarship); Exhibitioner; Founder's Scholarship; Founder’s Scholarship; Founder's Scholarship (13+); Founder's Scholarship (16+); Major Scholarship; Scholar; Music Award; Scholarship; Sport Award; Sports Award, and 2 more.
How much are Winchester College scholarships worth?
Published awards range from 10% up to 25% of fees. Families who need more help can apply for a means-tested bursary as well.
When do Winchester College scholarship applications close?
The next published deadline is 21 Jan 2027, for the Scholar. Each award has its own deadline.