University of Glasgow announces £100,000 in Talent Scholarships

Talent and ability, rather than economic circumstance or background are by far the most important attributes for any prospective student to the University of Glasgow, something which the institution has again underlined with the announcement of an additional £100,000 in scholarships. Funded by philanthropic donations to the University, these Talent Scholarships are focussed on those students with an excellent academic record but whose financial circumstances might otherwise prevent them taking up a place at University. The success of the students selected for a Talent Scholarship, including over 70 new students this year, will be celebrated at an awards ceremony in the University's ornate Bute Hall on Wednesday 12 February. Since This year, for the first time, Talent Scholarships worth £2000 have also been awarded to 20 postgraduate students to help support them in achieving their full potential and ambition. Professor Frank Coton, Vice Principal for Learning and Teaching at the University of Glasgow, said: "The University of Glasgow is determined that its doors are open to all who are dedicated to academic excellence and the Talent Scholarship scheme helps to make this possible. "By alleviating some of the financial pressures of attending University, the Talent Scholarships help to ensure that students from all backgrounds have access to a world-class higher education.