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Sparsholt College

Winchester, United Kingdom • Founded 1899

Updated Sep 2026 · Source: sparsholt.ac.uk

Overview

English Name: Sparsholt College
Founded: 1899
Institution Type: College
Control Type: Public
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Sparsholt College is a public college located in Winchester, United Kingdom. Founded in 1899, it operates as a higher-education provider.

Academically, Sparsholt College runs a focused programme catalogue.

Sparsholt College has 388 students.

Location & Contact

Address, contact details, and online presence for Sparsholt College are summarised below.

Academic Details

Sparsholt College's academic profile in numbers is listed below.

Total Students: 388

Programs Offered

Sparsholt College's programme catalogue is grouped by level below.

13 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Kingdom

Honours Degree 6 programmes

Foundation 7 programmes

Scholarships in United Kingdom

Financial-aid options for studying in the United Kingdom, applicable across institutions including Sparsholt College.

Cambridge Trust International Scholarship
Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined · Covers Living
Covers tuition fees at the international rate, an annual maintenance stipend, and support towards the student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge, for postgraduate (and some undergraduate) study at Cambridge; there is no separate application form.
Gates Cambridge Scholarship
Gates Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined
Funds full-time or part-time PhD study, the one-year MLitt, or (with some exceptions) other one-year postgraduate courses at the University of Cambridge; fee and stipend amounts are set through the University's own student-funding process rather than published on the eligibility page.
Rhodes Scholarship
Rhodes Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 20,400 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living, Travel
Covers University of Oxford course and college fees, an annual stipend of £20,400 (£1,700 a month, 2025-26 rate), the Oxford application fee, student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge costs, two economy flights to and from the UK, and a settling-in allowance.
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 18,622 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living
Covers 100% of course fees and a living-cost grant (at least £18,622 a year through the St Antony's College partnership) for the full period of fee liability, plus participation in a tailored leadership programme.

How to apply to Sparsholt College

A five-step guide to applying to Sparsholt College.

  1. 1
    Find a programme that fits your goals

    Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Sparsholt College offers 13 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.

  2. 2
    Confirm you meet the requirements

    Each programme at Sparsholt College has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.

  3. 3
    Assemble your application package

    Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.

  4. 4
    Submit your application

    Undergraduate applicants apply through UCAS (ucas.com) rather than directly to Sparsholt College. Postgraduate applicants apply directly through Sparsholt College's own admissions portal at www.sparsholt.ac.uk.

  5. 5
    Contact admissions and follow up

    After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sparsholt College

Common questions about Sparsholt College — answers from its published profile.

When did Sparsholt College open?

Sparsholt College traces its founding to 1899 (approximately 127 years ago).

What city is Sparsholt College in?

Sparsholt College operates from Winchester, United Kingdom.

What is Sparsholt College's control type?

Sparsholt College operates as a public institution.

How big is Sparsholt College's student body?

Sparsholt College serves approximately 388 students.

Where can I learn more about Sparsholt College?

Sparsholt College's official website is www.sparsholt.ac.uk.

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