Fees and Funding 

It is a fundamental principle of St Mary’s Music School that our world-class music training should be offered to gifted children regardless of their financial status or background.  The majority of our pupils and choristers receive financial assistance appropriate to their means.  We are fortunate to be supported by the Scottish Government, the Cathedral, trusts and donors.

Chorister places at St Mary’s Music School carry either a Cathedral Bursary or one of a small number of Scottish Government Aided Places.  Cathedral Bursaries cover a minimum of 33% of fees; additional discretionary bursary funding may be available depending on financial need.  Aided Places are means-tested and they awarded to those with greatest financial need; only a limited number are available and they are awarded when available.

Contact the School Bursar for further details and enquiries relating to Cathedral Bursaries or the Aided Places Scheme.

Chorister Fees - Session 2023-24

Per Annum (fees before Bursary/Aided Place funding is applied)