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Māori Higher Learning

by Ara Institute of Canterbury

Scholarship details

Māori Higher Learning
Study levels Tertiary
Value Up to $5,000 reduction in Year 1 fees
Close date Monday, 3 December 2018
Ethnicities Māori
Domestic/international Domestic Only

About the scholarship

If you are of Maori decent, these scholarships are available to help you succeed in tertiary study at higher levels.

How To Apply

To apply for this scholarship:

*Please complete an application form (click on the apply now button on the right). *Include a personal statement to reflect the special circumstances that make you a candidate for this scholarship, e.g: *Outline what your Maori heritage means to you and how you will contribute to the community. *Provide two written references, which comment on your ability to succeed in this programme and attest to your character. *Please return your application to Scholarships, PO Box 540, Christchurch 8140 or email it to: [email protected]

Applications submitted before the early bird closing date will be given preference. Remaining scholarships will then be awarded to later applicants who meet the criteria.

Entry requirements

To be eligible to apply for this scholarship you must:

*Be a NZ Citizen or Permanent Resident *Be of Maori descent *Meet (or intend to meet) entry requirements for your chosen programme of study *Study a programme, which is eligible for this scholarship (see below) full time. *Be applying to Ara for a new programme of study

You are not eligible for this scholarship if:

*You started your current programme in (or before) 2018 and are returning to your second or third year *You are eligible for the Government’s fees-free scheme.