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University of Auckland Top Achiever Scholarships
Scholarship details
| Study levels | Undergraduate |
|---|---|
| Value | $20,000 comprising a guaranteed funded place in University of Auckland catered accommodation and two lump sum payments (see Regs. 2 and 3) |
| Length | First year of full-time study for an undergraduate degree programme at the University of Auckland |
| Occurrence | 1 year |
| Open date | Monday, 17 May 2021 |
| Close date | Wednesday, 25 August 2021 |
About the scholarship
The Scholarship was established in 2016 and is funded by the University of Auckland.
The main purpose of the Scholarship is to recognise and reward exceptional academic performance combined with outstanding sporting, artistic, cultural and / or leadership achievements. The provision of University accommodation is designed to provide the best student experience and promote excellent academic outcomes.
How To Apply
Please read the regulations carefully to be sure you are eligible to apply. Then click on the “Apply now” button and complete the online application form. We recommend you check the form early in case a reference or endorsement is required to support your application, and to familiarise yourself with the form. All sections (including request sections) must be completed by the closing date, which is midnight on the specified date (unless stated otherwise). We recommend you do not have two different scholarship applications open within the same browser.
Outcomes are determined by a selection committee and are usually notified around six weeks after the closing date.
Entry requirements
Assessment criteria includes: The number of Excellence credits you attained at NCEA Level 2 or 3 last year, or your CIE average from last year, or your predicted score for IB for this year Whether you competed in the finals of academic, sporting or arts competitions Whether you held senior leadership positions at school If you have been awarded a community-based honour If you have been selected by an outside agency or trust to attend leadership training or personal development programme If you have provided academic mentoring to other students Personal factors The University of Auckland is a committed to providing a safe, inclusive and equitable study environment for all students who have the potential to succeed in a university of high international standing.
The Top Achiever Scholarship acknowledges that some talented students may face barriers to entry and takes into account if you:
are the first in your family to attend university; are from a refugee background; or have a disability. The University also has a rigorous process for reviewing all applications, and ensuring scholarship recipients are drawn from secondary schools across New Zealand.