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New Zealand Future Award (NZFA)
Scholarship details
| Study levels | High School |
|---|---|
| Close date | Monday, 28 October 2024 |
| Domestic/international | International Only |
About the scholarship
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How To Apply
To apply, you must:
- be a legal citizen of Republic of Korea, and currently living in the Republic of Korea
- be aged between 13 and 17 years at the time of the application, and
- be able to take up the New Zealand Future Award to commence studying in New Zealand no later than July 2025
Enter the application link https://btly.communityforce.com/3RNke0O
Create a username and password and use the search function to find the New Zealand Future Award application.
Selection Criteria:
The awards will be granted based on merit of the expression of interest submitted by the applicant.
- Proof you are a Korean national (e.g. screenshot of passport)
- Proof you have received an offer of place is preferred, but not mandatory.
- Provide the name and contact details of your parent(s), guardian(s) or caregiver(s). We will need their permission for you to apply to the award programme.
- Provide the URL to a short video (max 90 seconds) that includes content, images and audio that introduce yourself, and why New Zealand education is ideal for you to prepare yourself for the future. (Include the password if the video is password protected.)
The application deadline is 11:59 p.m. 28 October 2024 KST (Korea Standard time).
You need to complete an online application in English only.
We recommend attending the New Zealand Fair at Coex, Seoul on 12 October 2024 to meet with New Zealand education providers and gain detailed information. Register to attend the Fair here: 뉴질랜드 정부 교육박람회- 서울 | Study with New Zealand
Entry requirements
The New Zealand Future Award is designed for middle and high school students from South Korea who wish to study at a New Zealand school for a minimum of one year.
If you are seeking to prepare for the future with one of the world’s best education systems, then this award is the ideal choice for you. New Zealand schools offer a fresh approach to learning, providing a diverse range of subjects that will foster creativity and critical thinking skills, essential for your future success.
New Zealand's education system is distinguished by its high-quality and innovative teaching approach, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment. Our schools encourage creative and independent thinking, empowering each student to reach their full potential.
Awardees must be able to commence studying in New Zealand no later than July 2025. Awardees can begin their programme of study on any of the following dates:
Term 1: starts between Monday 27 January 2025 and Friday 7 February 2025 (ends 11 April 2025)
Term 2: starts Monday 28 April 2025 (ends Friday 27 June 2025)
Term 3: starts Monday 14 July 2025 (ends Friday 19 September 2025)
School terms and holiday dates
https://www.education.govt.nz/school/school-terms-and-holiday-dates/
Value:
There are up to five New Zealand Future Awards available for middle or high school students from South Korea. Each award provides up to NZ$5,000 (approximately KRW 4,240,000) to contribute to school tuition fees.