Diman and Abbey Merit Scholarships
The Reverend Hugh Diman Scholarship has been established to honor the founder and first headmaster of the School. The prestigious merit-based grant is awarded each year to one boarding student entering Form III (grade 9). The recipient receives a full merit scholarship equaling the annual tuition, room, and board. Abbey Merit Scholarships are awarded to select boarding and day candidates at the time of admission. Abbey Scholars are not precluded from obtaining additional financial assistance should the family qualify for financial aid. All merit scholarships are renewed each year of the student's career at Portsmouth, provided recipients maintain a high academic average and good citizenship. It is Portsmouth Abbey School's expectation that merit scholarship recipients will contribute significantly to the life of the School.

Eligibility
Candidates must meet the following requirements:
- SSAT test scores must be in the 90th percentile or above.
- Outstanding academic achievement, as demonstrated through current school transcripts and teacher recommendations.
- Enthusiastic endorsement from the candidate's Headmaster, Principal, or Guidance Counselor.

Merit Scholarship Selection
In order to receive full consideration for the Merit Scholarships, a candidate must complete all admission requirements by January 15. Diman Scholarship finalists and Abbey Scholars are selected on the basis of their application materials by the Admission Committee. The Diman Scholarship finalists will be invited to visit the campus during a weekend in February to meet with faculty, staff and students. While on campus, each finalist will be required to write an essay and be interviewed by members of the Diman Scholarship Committee.