Hurst College Scholarship 2025 Applications Invitation

If you’re a student looking for prestigious scholarship and bursary opportunities, Hurst College offers a wide range of awards recognizing academic, performing arts, and sports talents. These scholarships are designed not only to celebrate excellence but also to provide students with resources, guidance, and mentoring to reach their full potential.

Benefits of Hurst Scholarships

Students who receive scholarships at Hurst College benefit from:

• Tailored Development Programs: Scholars have access to specialized mentoring and individualized programs that help them excel in their chosen fields, whether academic, sports, or performing arts.
• Networking Opportunities: Scholars frequently meet and learn from professionals in their fields, attend masterclasses, and participate in special events like guest lectures.
• Pathway to Top Universities: For academic scholars, the program is designed to help students prepare for admission to top universities like Oxford, Cambridge, and prestigious institutions worldwide.
• Free or Reduced Fees for Lessons and Events: Performing Arts and Sports Scholars receive benefits like free lessons, participation in performances or competitions, and access to professional guidance.

Types of Scholarships

1# Academic Scholarships:

• • Awarded based on academic excellence across various subjects.
  • Available for students entering at 11+, 13+, and 16+ entry points.
  • Scholars are expected to be leaders in academic societies and excel in super-curricular activities, preparing them for highly selective universities.

2# Performing Arts Scholarships:

• • Dance: Applicants must demonstrate a passion for dance with strong technical competence and creativity. Scholars participate in performances, masterclasses, and creative tasks.
  • Drama: Students should show commitment to drama, with an emphasis on live performance and creative expression. Scholars participate in workshops, productions, and are offered free LAMDA lessons.
  • Music: Applicants need to be accomplished musicians, typically at Grade 5 or above, and may present multiple instruments or voice. Scholars are expected to contribute to ensemble music-making and benefit from free lessons and theory coaching.

3# Sports Scholarships:

• • Awarded to students showing exceptional talent in sports like hockey, rugby, cricket, netball, swimming, and tennis.
  • Scholars benefit from a specialized program that includes strength and conditioning, nutrition, performance analysis, and leadership training.

Eligibility Criteria

• Academic Scholarships: Candidates must demonstrate exceptional academic ability, intellectual curiosity, and a desire to engage in a wide range of academic societies and competitions.
• Performing Arts Scholarships: Applicants must show a high level of skill in their discipline (dance, drama, or music) and a commitment to school performances and co-curricular activities.
• Sports Scholarships: Applicants are expected to be playing regularly at a high level, such as county standard, in their chosen sport, and must commit to representing the College in school fixtures.

Application Process

• Academic Scholarships: For 11+, the scholarship is awarded based on the entrance exam, interview, and academic performance. For 13+ and 16+, students must submit applications and undergo assessments in subjects like Maths, English, and Science.
• Performing Arts Scholarships: Candidates must participate in practical assessments like technique classes (dance), performances (music), or drama workshops. They must also submit references from teachers.
• Sports Scholarships: Students undergo fitness testing and practical assessments in sports like rugby, netball, or hockey, depending on their specialization.

Application Link: https://www.hppc.co.uk/admissions/scholarships-bursaries/

• Applications Open: Friday, 20 September 2024
• Closing Dates:
  • Academic: Friday, 25 October 2024 (for 16+), Friday, 29 November 2024 (for 13+)
  • Performing Arts: Friday, 25 October 2024
  • Sports: Friday, 25 October 2024
• Assessment Dates:
  • Academic: November 2024, May 2025 (depending on age group)
  • Performing Arts and Sports: November 2024.