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Entrance Scholarships

Boarding Students: St. George’s School offers a select number of merit-based entrance scholarships to new Boarding Students each year.

Day Students: St. George’s School does not offer any merit-based entrance scholarships to Day Students other than those who are members of the Musqueam people. However, Day Students are eligible for our Financial Aid Program, which awards over $1,800,000 annually through needs-based bursaries.

How To Apply For An Entrance Scholarship

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  • Step 1 – Review Criteria

    Read the criteria for the scholarship for which you are applying and confirm that you are eligible to apply (see below).
  • Step 2 – Apply for Admission

    Complete an admissions application and submit all supporting documents.
     
  • Step 3 – Submit Scholarship Application

    Complete an online Entrance Scholarship Application (see bottom of page) in conjunction with your admissions application and no later than February 1st.
  • Step 4 – Review

    The School’s Scholarship Committee will only review a student’s scholarship application after the Admissions Committee has deemed the student to be a competitive, mission-appropriate student who will be offered a position at the School. Once a student has been selected for admission, the Scholarship Committee reviews the student’s scholarship application to determine whether they will be awarded a scholarship.
     
  • Step 5 – Outcome

    A letter is released to the student indicating the outcome of their scholarship application conjunction with the admissions outcome letter so that a family can make an informed decision by the admissions acceptance deadline.

General Inquiries

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Scholarship Opportunities: Boarding Students

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  • Western Canadian Scholarship

    What are Western Canadian Leadership Scholarships?
    $10,000 scholarships available annually to offset the cost of tuition.
     
    Are these scholarships open to day students?
    No. These are for boarding students only.
     
    Who is eligible to apply for these scholarships?
    These scholarships are open to applicants to St. George’s School who reside in:
     
    • British Columbia
    • Alberta
    • Saskatchewan
    • Manitoba
     
    and who meet the following requirements:
     
    • the student is in Grade 8–10;
    • he has a strong academic record;
    • he has demonstrated previous success in sports, the arts, community service and leadership;
    • he has demonstrated interests outside the classroom.
     
    Are these scholarships renewable?
    Yes. These are offered in perpetuity as long as the student remains an active member of the St. George’s Community.
     
    Does St. George’s School offer financial aid support?
    Yes. Any student who applies to St. George’s School is eligible to apply for financial support.
     
    How will you select the scholarship winners?
    Scholarships will be awarded based on all documentation requested with your regular application, an essay (which you will complete on the online application), your current academic transcript, and an interview with a member of the Admissions Staff.

    Click The Button Below To Apply! 

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  • Global Leadership Scholarship

    What are Global Leadership Scholarships?
    Global Leadership Scholarships are awarded annually and include partial tuition.

    Are these scholarships open to day students?
    No. These are for boarding students only.

    Who is eligible to apply for these scholarships?
    These scholarships are open to international applicants to St. George's School who meet the following requirements:
    • the student is in Grade 8–12;
    • he has a strong academic record;
    • he has demonstrated previous success in sports, the arts, community service, and leadership;
    • he has demonstrated interests outside of the classroom.

    Are these scholarships renewable?
    Yes!

    Does St. George's School offer financial aid support?
    Yes. Any student who applies to St. George's School is eligible to apply for financial support.

    How will you select the scholarship winners?
    Scholarships are awarded based on all documentation requested with your regular application, an essay (which you will complete on the online application), your current academic transcript, and an interview with a member of the Admissions staff.

    Click The Button Below To Apply! 

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  • German Leadership Scholarship

    Effective November 1st, 2013, the Scholarship and Financial Aid Committee of St. George’s School is pleased to announce the creation of two scholarships to be awarded to permanent resident students of Germany who wish to attend St. George’s School.

    What are German Student Leadership Scholarships?
    $10,000 scholarships available annually to permanent residents of Germany to offset the cost of their tuition at St. George’s School.
     
    Are these scholarships open to day students?
    No. These are for boarding students only.
     
    Who is eligible to apply for these scholarships?
    These scholarships are open to applicants to St. George’s School who are permanent residents of Germany and who meet the following requirements:
     
    • the student is applying for Grade 8–11;
    • he has a strong academic record;
    • he has demonstrated previous success in sports, the arts, community service, and leadership;
    • he has demonstrated interests outside the classroom.
     
    Are these scholarships renewable?
    Yes. These are offered in perpetuity as long as the student remains an active member of the St. George’s Community.
     
    Does St. George’s School offer financial aid support?
    Yes. Any student who applies to St. George’s School is also eligible to apply for financial support.
     
    What is the deadline to submit a Scholarship Application?
    Scholarship applications must be submitted no later than February 1st. Completed applications received before this date may be considered for early acceptance.

    Click The Button Below To Apply! 

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  • Northern Canada Leadership Scholarship

    What are Northern Canada Leadership Scholarships?
    $10,000 scholarships are available annually to offset the cost of tuition.
     
    Are these scholarships open to day students?
    No. These are for boarding students only.
     
    Who is eligible to apply for these scholarships?
    These scholarships are open to applicants to St. George’s School who reside in:
    • Yukon
    • North West Territories
    • Nunavut
    and who meet the following requirements:
    • the student is in Grades 8–10;
    • he has a strong academic record;
    • he has demonstrated previous success in sports, the arts, community service, and leadership;
    • he has demonstrated interests outside the classroom.
     
    Are these scholarships renewable?
    Yes. These would be offered in perpetuity as long as the student remains an active member of the St. George’s Community.
     
    Does St. George’s School offer financial aid support?
    Yes. Any student who applies to St. George’s School is eligible to apply for financial support.

    How will you select the scholarship winners?
    Scholarships will be awarded based on all documentation requested with your regular application, an essay (which you will complete on the online application), your current academic transcript, and an interview with a member of the Admissions Staff.

    Click The Button Below To Apply! 

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  • Southeast Asian Leadership Scholarship

    Effective September 2017, the Scholarship and Financial Aid Committee of St. George’s School is pleased to announce the creation of two scholarships to be awarded to permanent resident students of countries in Southeast Asia* who wish to attend St. George’s School.
     
    *Brunei, Cambodia, East Timor, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam

    What are Southeast Asian Leadership Scholarships?
    $10,000 scholarships available annually to permanent residents of countries in Southeast Asia to offset the cost of their tuition at St. George’s School.
     
    Are these scholarships open to day students?
    No. These are for boarding students only.
     
    Who is eligible to apply for these scholarships?
    These scholarships are open to applicants to St. George’s School who are permanent residents of countries in Southeast Asia and who meet the following requirements:
     
    • the student is applying for Grade 8–11;
    • he has a strong academic record;
    • he has demonstrated previous success in sports, the arts, community service and leadership;
    • he has demonstrated interests outside the classroom
     
    Are these scholarships renewable?
    Yes. These are offered in perpetuity as long as the student remains an active member of the St. George’s Community.
     
    Does St. George’s School offer financial aid support?
    Yes. Any student who applies to St. George’s School is also eligible to apply for financial support.
     
    What is the deadline to submit a Scholarship Application?
    Scholarship applications must be submitted no later than February 1st. Completed applications received before this date may be considered for early acceptance.

    Click The Button Below To Apply! 

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  • International Partner Scholarship

    What Is The International Partner Scholarship?
    This prestigious scholarship is a one-time award of $10,000, specifically designed to recognize high-achieving international students who join our community through our dedicated international educational agent partners. These awards are applied directly toward tuition for the upcoming academic year.
     
    Who Is Eligible To Apply For These Scholarships?
    To be considered for this award, applicants must meet the following criteria:
    • Agent Referral: Must be a prospective student applying through a recognized and dedicated international agent partner.
    • Grade Level: Applying for entry into Grades 8–11.
    • Status: Open to International Boarding students only. 
    • Academic Excellence: Possession of a strong and consistent academic record.
    • Holistic Achievement: Demonstrated success and passion in areas such as athletics, arts, community service, or school leadership.
    Are These Scholarships Renewable?
    Yes. These are offered in perpetuity as long as the student remains an active member of the St. George’s Community.
     
    Does St. George’s School Offer Financial Aid Support?
    Yes! We are committed to supporting our international scholars throughout their journey at St. George's. The $10,000 award is renewable annually for the duration of the student’s time in the Boarding Program (Grades 8–12), provided the "Good Standing" criteria are met. Learn more.
     
    What Is The Deadline To Submit An Application?
    The deadline to apply for the International Partner Scholarship is March 1, 2027. 

    Click The Button Below To Learn More & Apply!


Scholarship Opportunities: Day Students

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  • Musqueam Leadership Scholarship

    The Scholarship and Financial Aid Committee of St. George’s School is pleased to offer scholarships to be awarded to mission-appropriate students who are members of the Musqueam people.

    What are Musqueam Leadership Scholarships?
    These scholarships are valued at the difference between what a Musqueam student is granted by the Government and the full cost of a St. George’s School education, including tuition, boarding (if required), basic school uniform, and access to funds for school-sponsored trips requiring additional fees.   
     
    Are these scholarships open to day and boarding students?
    Yes.
     
    Who is eligible to apply for these scholarships?
    These scholarships are open to applicants to St. George’s School who are members of the Musqueam people and who are students:
    • with strong academic records;
    • with demonstrated previous success in sports, the arts, community service, and leadership
    • with demonstrated interests outside the classroom 
    Are these scholarships renewable?
    Yes. These are offered in perpetuity as long as the student remains an active member of the St. George’s Community.
     
    Does St. George’s School offer financial aid support?
    Yes. A student who does not wish to apply for a scholarship but requires financial assistance is eligible to apply for financial support.
     
    What is the deadline to submit a Scholarship Application?
    Scholarship applications must be submitted on February 1st.

    Completed applications received before this date may be considered for early acceptance.

    Click The Button Below To Apply! 

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  • Community Leader Scholarship

    About The Scholarship
    The Community Leader Scholarship is a needs-based award that recognizes students who are already making a positive impact in their community and who demonstrate strong academic promise. As a needs-based award, it is created to expand access to St. George’s education for those families who would not otherwise be able to attend without significant financial support.  

    To learn more about the Community Leader Scholarship, please click here.

FAQ

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  • How are decisions made?

    The Scholarship Committee makes decisions based on the statements submitted through the scholarship application and the information included in a student’s admissions application, including school reports, a character reference form, and a student interview. 
     
  • Are sport-specific scholarships available?

    No. St. George’s School does not offer any sports scholarships. Merit-scholarships are based on our holistic admissions criteria and designed to acknowledge outstanding applicants who will contribute as leaders within our community. St. George’s School defines leadership as those contributing to their community for the benefit of others.
  • What are the values of your Entrance Scholarships?

    The majority of our Entrance Scholarships are valued at $5,000 credited towards a student’s annual tuition cost. A few of our scholarships exceed $5,000, so please read the specific scholarship overview provided below.

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  • Questions? We’re here to help.

    We know that applying to an independent school can be an intimidating process. Our Admissions Team is here to support your family through the application journey — from exploring St. George’s, to applying for admission and joining the community. Please get in touch with any questions you may have.

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