Expectations of our Scholars

Academic scholars are expected to make strong and ongoing contributions to the academic life of the College, particularly in their field, to work hard, and to set a good example to others. It is anticipated that they will work in at least the top 20% in terms of effort grades and consistently attain within the top 10% of their cohort (or their areas of specialism, where appropriate). Senior Scholars are expected to be role models and active leaders to younger students in the College through involvement in academic societies and other activities. Scholarships are monitored and the appropriateness of the award is reviewed annually and should students fail to continue to meet these standards.

Recent Academic Scholar University Destinations

Will (2020) Natural Sciences, University of Cambridge

Alice (2020) Classics, University of Cambridge

Maria (2020) Theology, University of Cambridge

Clemens (2021) Mathematics, University of Cambridge

Giles (2021) Engineering, University of Oxford

Emilia (2021) Music, University of Oxford

Anna (2021) Anglo-Saxon, Norse and Celtic, University of Cambridge

Bursaries

Those in need of financial support are encouraged to apply for means-tested bursaries. The award of a scholarship is a very strong indication of a student who is likely to flourish at Ampleforth and can be extremely helpful in supporting a bursary application.

For further information about Academic Scholarships, please contact: Sam Rea-Knowles, Head of Senior Academic Enrichment: sbr@ampleforth.org.uk

For general information about scholarships or the assessment process, please contact the Admissions Office: admissions@ampleforth.org.uk or 01439 766000