Demyship vs. Scholarship — What's the Difference?

A demyship is a form of scholarship at Magdalen College, Oxford. It is derived from demi-socii or half-fellows, being historically entitled to half the allowance awarded to Fellows.

A scholarship is an award of financial aid for a student to further their education at a private elementary or secondary school, or a private or public post-secondary college, university, or other academic institution. Scholarships are awarded based upon various criteria, such as academic merit, diversity and inclusion, athletic skill, financial need, among others.

A type of scholarship, specifically for Magdalen College, Oxford.

The methods, discipline, and attainments of a scholar or scholars.

Knowledge resulting from study and research in a particular field.

A grant of financial aid awarded to a student, as for the purpose of attending a college.

A grant-in-aid to a student.

The character or qualities of a scholar.

The activity, methods or attainments of a scholar.

(uncountable) The sum of knowledge accrued by scholars; the realm of refined learning.

The first year of high school, often accompanied by exams that needed to be passed before advancement to the higher grades.

(intransitive) To attend an institution on a scholarship.

(transitive) To grant a scholarship to.

The character and qualities of a scholar; attainments in science or literature; erudition; learning.

Literary education.

Maintenance for a scholar; a foundation for the support of a student.

Financial aid provided to a student on the basis of academic merit

Profound scholarly knowledge