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Ngā Ara Mātua Scholarship
Scholarship details
| Study levels | Degree |
|---|---|
| Value | $2,500 (This scholarship can be used for tuition fees and/or accommodation) |
| Close date | Sunday, 31 May 2026 |
| Ethnicities | Maori |
| Domestic/international | Domestic Only |
About the scholarship
This scholarship is to support a Ngāti Tūwharetoa undergraduate student at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington studying in any of the four categories listed below, which align to the Pou identified in the Tūwharetoa Māori Trust Boards Mahere Rautaki 2021-2026. The four categories for consideration are: Pou Taiao, Pou Tikanga, Pou Tangata, and Pou Tātāwhai. This scholarship is co-funded with Victoria University of Wellington to support Ngāti Tūwharetoa participation and success at the University, and the strategic direction of the Tūwharetoa Māori Trust Board as outlined in the Mahere Rautaki 2021-2026.
Entry requirements
Applicants must be studying full time at Victoria University of Wellington towards an undergraduate qualification in one of the following areas: Commerce, Education, Engineering, Environmental Science, Health, Law or Te Reo Māori. Applicants must be registered with the Tūwharetoa Māori Trust Board. A completed online application must be submitted by 4:30 pm on the closing date. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. Any required supporting documentation (including references) must also be received by 4:30 pm on the closing date in order for the application to be considered. Please refer to the Scholarships Office if you have any queries.