Scholarship Programme
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St George's Scholarship Programme
As a leader in girls' education in Scotland, we are committed to identifying and nurturing students with exceptional potential in academic and co-curricular disciplines.
Empowering Girls to Pursue Their Dreams
Our scholarship programme aims to:
- Encourage girls to pursue their ambitions with confidence
- Challenge students to excel beyond the taught curriculum
- Inspire scholars to use their voices to advocate for themselves and others
- Provide strong female role models
St George's provides scholarships based on merit, all of which are granted at the Head's discretion. Being named a scholar at St George's carries significant prestige.
Scholarships are separate from bursaries. Bursaries are means-tested, while scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional ability in a specific field.
For S1 - S4 scholars a fee discount of up to 5% will be levied.
For Sixth Form scholars a financial award is given towards further education expenses when they leave school - no other monetary discount against fees will be levied.
To be eligible for a scholarship, students must undergo an assessment.
Scholarships available
We offer scholarships for new students joining St George's in August 2026 in S1 (12+), S2 (13+), and S5 (16+) entry points. A minimum of two years of studying at St George's is required to apply for a scholarship.
Dates for external scholarship applications for 2026/2027
S1 entry. There is one assessment week. Applications are required to be submitted online by 30 November 2025 for entry to S1 in August 2026.
Scholarship assessments will be during w/c 26 January 2026.
S2 entry. There are two assessment weeks. Applications are required to be submitted online by 2 November 2025 for entry to S2 in August 2026.
Scholarship assessments will be during w/c 24 November 2025.
The second scholarship assessment window for entry to S2 in August 2026 will be in the Spring term. Applications should be submitted online by 15 February 2026.
Scholarship assessments will be during w/c 2 March 2026
S5 entry. Early applications are recommended. Applications are required to be submitted online by 2 November 2025 for entry to S5 in August 2026.
Scholarship assessments will be during w/c 17 November 2025. Applications after this date may be considered.
Click on the following links to learn more about each programme by viewing our scholarship literature.
What we look for
When awarding scholarships, we consider:
- Potential
- Commitment
- Integrity
- Love of learning
Benefits for Scholars
Scholars receive a range of additional opportunities; from trips, lectures and workshops, to privileged access to performances and competitive events. As a result, competition for scholarships is likely to be high.
Applying for a scholarship
Please complete an admissions registration form and scholarship application form.
Scholarship applications will not be progressed without a completed admissions registration form.
Means-tested bursaries
We want to ensure that financial assistance assists the greatest number of families who require support. Parents can apply for means-tested assistance up to the value of 100% of the fees alongside a scholarship award.
Further information is available from our admissions team.