A Provost is a rank within the Ealdormere Academy of Defence. They are given a Green Scarf edged with Blue as mark of their rank.

A provost must :

• Have at least one primary authorization and be proficient in at least three forms from the secondary forms list
• Have at least three years of experience as an authorized fighter
• Wear period garb in the list
• Have obtained a Marshal's Warrant
• Be involved in at least one other aspect of the SCA
• Be familiar with at least one period manual
• Have completed a research project

To earn the rank of Provost, the Prizor must have a research project completed, then fight 40 bouts, followed by a minimum of 15 minutes of open challenges.

Include, but are not limited to:

• Have Fun!
• Be active in the training and guidance of other fencers
• Act as a guide in research, training and any other areas of expertise
• Continue learning and teaching period forms
• Begin a second research project