Hampstead Fine Arts College offers college scholarships in London that recognise outstanding achievement in four areas: academic study, art, music and drama. A scholarship can cover up to 25% of tuition fees.
We also offer bursaries, which provide partial remission of tuition fees and are assessed separately by an independent organisation. Both scholarships and bursaries are open to students who have already been interviewed and offered a place through our admissions process.
Scholarships Available at the College
Each year, we award one scholarship in each of four fields. Awards are worth up to 25% of fees and are made on merit, so meeting the requirements does not guarantee an award.
| Scholarship area | Who it may suit | Evidence and assessment | Award |
| Academic | Students with an excellent record in public examinations | Exam results, school reference, 500-word statement, interview if shortlisted | Up to 25% of fees; one award per year |
| Art | Students with exceptional creative ability and commitment in art and design | As above, plus a digital portfolio if shortlisted | Up to 25% of fees; one award per year |
| Music | Accomplished musicians, performers or composers | As above, plus a digital portfolio or showreel if shortlisted | Up to 25% of fees; one award per year |
| Drama | Talented performers with a strong commitment to theatre | As above, plus a showreel if shortlisted | Up to 25% of fees; one award per year |
Academic Scholarships
Academic scholarships recognise students with excellent public examination results and a strong reference from their previous school. Shortlisted candidates are interviewed about their interests and ambitions.
Art Scholarships
Our art scholarships in London are for students whose creative work stands out. Shortlisted applicants submit a digital portfolio showing the range and development of their work. Students interested in art may also like to explore our A Level courses in Fine Art, Photography, Graphic Design and Fashion & Textile Design.
Music Scholarships
Music scholarships are for students with real musical talent and commitment, whether as performers, composers or producers. Shortlisted applicants submit a digital portfolio or showreel of their work.
Drama Scholarships
Drama scholarships recognise talented performers. Shortlisted applicants submit a showreel and attend an interview.
Eligibility and How to Apply
To be considered for a scholarship, you must:
- have been interviewed and offered a place at the college by 31 January of the year before you plan to start
- have excellent public examination results
- have a supporting reference from your previous school
How to apply
- Apply to the college and attend your admissions interview. See how to apply.
- Once you have an offer, write a 500-word statement about your achievements, your interests and why you want to study at Hampstead Fine Arts College.
- If shortlisted, attend an interview (in person or online) and submit a digital portfolio or showreel.
Contact Admissions for scholarship submission instructions and to check which courses and entry stages are eligible.
Scholarship Assessment and Selection
We look at the whole applicant: what you have achieved, your potential and your commitment to your field. Applications are assessed on:
- public examination results
- a reference from your previous school
- your 500-word personal statement
- an interview (shortlisted applicants)
- a digital portfolio or showreel (shortlisted applicants)
Use this checklist to make sure your application is complete.
Scholarship Application Dates and Deadlines
| Step | Requirement | Timing |
| 1. Admissions interview and offer of a place | Required before applying for a scholarship or bursary | By 31 January of the year before entry (for September 2027 entry: by 31 January 2027) |
| 2. Scholarship statement | 500-word statement | Contact Admissions for the current deadline |
| 3. Shortlist interview and portfolio/showreel | Shortlisted applicants only | Contact Admissions |
Bursaries and Financial Support for Tuition Fees
Bursaries help families with the cost of tuition by providing partial remission of fees. Applications are assessed by an external organisation, so decisions are made independently of the college. As with scholarships, students must be interviewed and offered a place by 31 January of the year before entry.
| Scholarship | Bursary | |
| Purpose | Recognises achievement and potential | Helps with the cost of fees |
| Value | Up to 25% of fees | Partial fee remission |
| Assessed by | The college | An external organisation |
| Prerequisite | Offer of a place by 31 January before entry | Offer of a place by 31 January before entry |
If you are comparing private school bursaries or independent school bursaries across London, please contact Admissions to discuss eligibility and the application process. See our full fees.
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