Supporting excellence
Eastbourne College believes exceptional talent should be supported and nurtured. The College believes that the major contribution we can make to scholars is the development of their specialism through tailored provision and support. We have strong programmes in place for scholars of all disciplines to develop their talents and help them to inspire those around them.
In line with most comparable independent schools, most awards are between five per cent and 20 per cent, although these values can be supplemented by a means-tested bursary.
Year 9 scholarships
We offer academic, all-rounder, art, design and technology, drama, music, and sport awards. The assessments take place at the College in January or February, with the academic scholarship assessments being in May of Year 8. Click on the button below to view and download the latest scholarship and bursary information pack for Year 9 entry in 2024.
Year 9 scholarship dates for 2024 entry
| Scholarship | Application deadline | Assessment date |
| Academic | 17 March | 7-9 May |
| All-rounder* | 8 December | 20 January |
| Art | 8 December | 23 January |
| Design and Technology | 8 December | 23 January |
| Drama | 8 December | 25 January |
| Music | 8 December |
24 January (main day) |
| Sport | 8 December | 22 January (boys) 29 January (girls) |
*Forbes Wastie Award
For further information about scholarships, please contact the admissions office.
Year 9 Scholarship and Bursary InformatiON
Sixth Form scholarships
Prospective pupils looking to enter the College in the sixth form may apply for the following awards: academic, art, design and technology, drama, music, textile design and sport. All assessments take place at the College in November of Year 11 with the application deadline usually being mid October of the same year.
Sixth form scholarship dates for 2024 entry
Pupils who are already at the College and demonstrate exceptional ability in academic, art, design, drama, music, and sport disciplines may be recommended for an honorary scholarship at any stage during their time at the College.
| Scholarship | Application deadline | Assessment date |
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Academic (incl. Professor Soddy Award written assessments) |
20 October | 11 November |
| Art | 20 October | 7 or 14 November |
| Design and Technology | 20 October | 7 or 14 November |
| Drama | 20 October | 9 or 16 November |
| Music | 20 October | 8 or 15 November |
| Sports | 20 October | 13 November (tbc) |
| Textiles | 20 October | 9 or 16 November |
SIXTH FORM Scholarship and Bursary Information
Means-tested support to extend access to the College
Every year the College gives financial support in the form of means-tested bursaries for families of pupils who would not otherwise be able to attend and whose main family residence is in the UK. The relevant fee remission varies in value depending on financial need, and all bursaries are subject to means-testing.
Means testing is completed by our partner, Bursary Administration Limited and will involve a home visit. Bursaries are not available for families who reside overseas due to visa requirements.
Please note that for the College to process a bursary application, it is necessary for the child to be registered with us.
For further information about scholarships, please contact the admissions office.
