Bursaries and Scholarships
Edward Alleyn’s College of God’s Gift – the original name for Dulwich College – was established in 1619 and was a foundation for ‘12 poor scholars’ , three drawn from each of four parishes. The College of God’s Gift also educated fee payers drawn from Dulwich Village (paying an admission fee of 2s and a quarterly fee of 6d) and Alleyn further established four boarding places.
From the outset there were clear foundation principles by which the College should be governed: sound learning; strong artistic pursuits; and good manners. We hope you recognise these in the College boys you meet today. The other essential Alleynian attribute we still proudly uphold is our accessibility for what the founder referred to as ‘poor scholars’. In other words, that a full education might be available to all, irrespective of social background and financial resources. Our ambition is that we will be able to offer financial assistance for up to 50% of our pupils, whose parents are unable to meet the cost of the full fee. Bursaries are available at the point of entry.
Scholarship is core to our identity and attracting the brightest local boys, boys from farther afield in London and beyond and boys overseas will mean we will continue to realise Edward Alleyn’s vision. incontrovertibly individualistic and from many different backgrounds – economic, religious and ethnic. It is this social mix that makes Dulwich College a special place – it is often remarked upon that College boys are down to earth, are able to fit in everywhere and can talk to anyone. If you would like to know more about our Bursaries and Scholarships please speak to our Registrar. www.dulwich.org.uk/admissions Alleynians are intelligent and enthusiastic; they are also
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British School, Edward Alleyn, 1626, oil on canvas, DPG443, Dulwich Picture Gallery, London
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