Scholarship: Fife Dux [Undergraduate] -University of St Andrews (Deadline July 2024)

Detailed Information about the St Andrews Fife Dux Scholarship 2024

The St Andrews Fife Dux Scholarship is a prestigious opportunity offered by the University of St Andrews, designed to reward academic excellence within the local community of Fife, Scotland. The scholarship recognizes and supports the most accomplished and academically distinguished pupils from state-funded secondary schools in Fife who are pursuing an undergraduate degree at the University of St Andrews.

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Application Period:

• Opens: Tuesday, 5 March 2024
• Closes: Tuesday, 2 July 2024

Entry Year: 2024

University Overview

The University of St Andrews is renowned both nationally and internationally for its exceptional teaching and research quality. It is committed to fostering academic excellence and supporting talented students within its local community.

Scholarship Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the St Andrews Fife Dux Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Domicile and Education:
   • Applicants must be domiciled in Scotland for fee status purposes.
   • Applicants must have been educated in a state-funded secondary school in Scotland during the senior phase (S4 – S6) and currently attend a state secondary school in Fife.
2. Academic Excellence:
   • Applicants must be identified as the most academic and accomplished pupil at their school in the year of application to the University of St Andrews.
3. University Attendance:
   • Applicants must plan to attend the University of St Andrews for an undergraduate course that results in a first-level degree.
4. Additional Considerations:
   • Socio-economic factors, financial need, educational environment, and the applicant’s personal statement will also be considered.

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Scholarship Value

The scholarship provides financial support based on the student’s living arrangements:

• Living Away from Home: Up to £7,500 per year towards maintenance.
• Living at Home: Up to £2,500 per year towards maintenance.

This award is renewable annually for the duration of the undergraduate program, contingent on the student’s academic progress and residence confirmation each year.

Application Process

Applicants should follow these steps to apply for the St Andrews Fife Dux Scholarship:

1. Apply to the University:
   • Submit an application for a place at the University of St Andrews for the academic year 2024-25.
2. Access Application Portal:
   • After submitting the university application, applicants will receive login details for the “My application” portal. Allow at least two working days for processing.
3. Complete Scholarship Application:
   • Access the Fife Dux Scheme (Undergraduate) application form through the Scholarships and Funding catalogue in the “My application” portal.
4. Submit Required Documents:
   • Provide a personal financial statement detailing financial need, current financial circumstances, anticipated changes to income, and how the scholarship will assist in their studies.
   • Submit evidence of household income, including relevant forms of income for the most recent full year, such as employment wage statements, tax certificates, local government documents, and any other pertinent financial documents.

Additional Requirements

• Core Personal Details: May be shared with scholarship benefactors, including name, town of origin, school/college, and subject of study, with consent.
• Academic Progress: The scholarship is conditional upon successful academic progress and continuation in the specified subject of study.
• Development Events: Attendance at scholarship-related events and meetings with donors is strongly encouraged.
• Annual Reports: Submission of an Introductory Biography at the start of the award period and annual reports on the student’s experience at St Andrews.

Terms and Conditions

Applicants must review and agree to the University of St Andrews scholarships terms and conditions.

This scholarship exemplifies the University of St Andrews’ commitment to supporting local students and fostering academic excellence. By providing significant financial support, the Fife Dux Scholarship aims to help talented students achieve their educational goals at one of the UK’s most prestigious universities.

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