Celebrating Gibraltar’s most inspiring students

The Excellence Prize was our signature initiative in Gibraltar, originally launched in 2008 as the ‘Scholarship Scheme’. Open to students who gain exceptional results at A-level or at undergraduate level, each successful applicant is given a one-off grant of £3,000 to support them to make the most of their time at university. Since launching we have given more than £875,000 to Gibraltarian students. 

A prize worth working for

‘Having received financial support to study in the leading school for Medicine and Technology in India, we both appreciate the opportunities and experience such institutions and schemes can provide’ says our founding trustees Soma and Anurag. ‘Many myths prevail which put off even the most capable students from applying to the best universities. We believe that encouraging youngsters to aim high with schemes like the Excellence Prize will have a positive effect on their lives, and many lives that they touch.’

Each year up to six prizes worth £3,000 are awarded by an independent panel to candidates who meet three criteria. First, they must have achieved at least 3 A grades at A-level. Secondly, they must be attending or have been accepted by an academic institution which is well-regarded in their chosen field of study. Thirdly, they must have a record of voluntary or community work, or show that they have made a significant contribution to the community. The awards are granted in December each year after a competitive applications process including an interview with the panel. As well as the financial incentive, the award has come to be recognized as a personal achievement.