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HOW TO APPLY Wellington aims to foster and encourage academic, sporting, musical and performing arts talent. We recognise and reward excellence and the continued pursuit of it in Pupils who would like to apply for a the categories of IB Academics, Music, Drama, scholarship should prepare and submit Dance, Sports and Musical Theatre. the following documents to the admissions office: Scholars will play a significant role in the life of the College and must show a – Application form (including all supporting high degree of ability in their chosen documents) field, demonstrating leadership in the encouragement of non-scholarship – IB scholarship: 500 word personal holding pupils. statement In general terms, the scholarship awards provide benefits such as free tuition or coaching for pupils, rather than fee reductions. Further details on the specific requirement and awards for scholarships can be obtained from the admissions office upon request. – Music: 200 word personal statement TERMS AND CONDITIONS – Scholarships will only be awarded if candidates of sufficient merit present themselves. – A scholarship is a discretionary privilege, subject to high standards of attendance, diligence and behaviour on the pupil’s part. Awards will be reviewed annually. Retention of an award will be dependent upon continued excellence in performance levels, good conduct and evidence of positive contributions within the College. – Dance, drama and musical theatre: 200 word personal statement – Sport: a CV summarising the candidate’s sporting activities and achievements over the last two years. A preliminary review of the application will be conducted by the relevant department. Selected candidates will be invited to an assessment day, audition or trial which will be held at the College (dates to be advised). Candidates awarded Music, Dance, Drama or Sports awards are also required to meet Wellington’s academic entry requirements. 35