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Scholarship details

Lissie Rathbone Scholarship
Study levels Degree
Value A $4,500 Scholarship for a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident enrolled in Stage II English or History courses in a BA or BA conjoint degree.
Length 1 year
Close date Wednesday, 25 March 2026
Enrolment status Full-time
Domestic/international Domestic Only

About the scholarship

The Lissie Rathbone Scholarship was established in 1925 by the Trustees of the estate of the late Lissie Rathbone. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to encourage and support undergraduate students in the study of both English and History at Stage II.

How To Apply

Scholarship applications will usually open around six weeks before the closing date. Please read the regulations carefully to be sure you are eligible before you apply.

What you receive

Up to $4,500

Entry requirements

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 eight weeks after the closing date. For full details, refer to the Regulations for the Lissie Rathbone Scholarship.