Scholarships and Awards
Our Scholarships acknowledge exceptional individual ability and talent in a particular area. They are competitive and are highly valued by universities and future employers. Exhibitions may also be awarded to recognise impressive ability and potential.
Scholars are offered a range of bespoke opportunities with considerable value, including mentoring, masterclasses, trips, workshops and regular specialist meetings.
Scholars are expected to participate in all events relating to their specialism and identify ways in which they can use their talents to contribute to the wider School community. They should demonstrate leadership and initiative and perform at a very high standard in their specialist area, showing exemplary commitment and dedication.
Applicants should have considerable potential; ideally, they will already be achieving the best possible marks in their respective fields, whether academic or practical. In addition, applicants should be outstanding role models for other pupils.
Honorary Scholarships for Senior School embrace all the benefits of being a Scholar, but do not carry the fee remission.
All Scholarships are awarded for as long as the pupil remains at the School, provided that their progress, conduct and commitment are excellent, subject to annual review. Applicants can apply for a maximum of two scholarships at each entry point and the maximum number of scholarships that can be held at any one time is two.
Scholarships for 2026 Now Closed
Please note scholarships for 2026 are now closed. For further information please contact Admissions.
Scholarship Deadlines
Scholarship Applications for 2026 are now closed. However, if you are interested in a scholarship or bursary, and would like further information or have any questions, please contact our Admissions Team, who will be happy to help.
Scholarship Application Forms
Academic Scholarship Application Form – Year 7, Year 9 and Year 12
Art Scholarship Application Form – Year 9 and Year 12
Drama Scholarship Application Form – Year 9 and Year 12
Equestrian Scholaship Application Form – Year 9 and Year 12
Music Scholarship Application Form – Year 7, Year 9 and Year 12
Sport Scholarship Application Form – Year 7, Year 9 and Year 12
Technology: Food and Nutrition Scholarship Application Form – Year 9 and Year 12
Technology: Design and Technology Scholarship Application Form – Year 9 and Year 12
Scholarship Queries
If you have any questions regarding scholarships please contact Mrs Suzanne Munday at mundas@malvernstjames.co.uk
Please note: pupils must be registered with the School before applying for a Scholarship.
If you have any questions or for more information about registering, contact our admissions team: MSJadmissions@malvernstjames.co.uk
Bursaries
At MSJ, we also offer a means-tested bursary programme which includes the Founders’ Award and Founders’ Bursary. These have a separate process and are detailed in the Scholarship Brochure above.
All bursary applications are managed in partnership with Bursary Administration Ltd (BAL), a specialist administration service dedicated to supporting schools and their bursars. BAL works extensively with independent schools and trusts/charities to provide comprehensive assessments for bursary and grant applications.
The bursaries are granted at the discretion of the Head and cover up to a maximum of 40% of the school fees.
If you wish to apply for a bursary, please complete the Bursary Application Form and email it to the Head of Admissions at msjadmissions@malvernstjames.co.uk