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University of Otago Dux Scholarship
Scholarship details
| Study levels | Degree, Entrance |
|---|---|
| Value | Awarded at Full Value ($6,000) when a Dux has secured no other University of Otago Entrance Scholarships. |
| Close date | Wednesday, 1 October 2025 |
| Domestic/international | Both domestic and international |
About the scholarship
The University of Otago is providing the opportunity for at least one student from every secondary school in New Zealand to study at the University of Otago. Dux Scholarships will be awarded to any student who is named Dux (the top scholar) of their school.
Entry requirements
Awardees of the Dux scholarship should normally meet the requirements of 1.1 OR 1.2, AND 2. Those who fit within 3 are ineligible. 1.1 Are New Zealand citizens, New Zealand Residence Class Visa Holders, Australian citizens or Australian permanent residents with domestic fee status; OR 1.2 International students who have completed Year 12 and/or have completed or are in the process of completing Year 13 at a New Zealand school, or an equivalent foundation level course at a New Zealand tertiary institution. AND 2 Are intending to enrol or have enrolled for the first time for first-year (100-level papers), full-time degree-level, undergraduate study at the University of Otago. BUT 3 Those who have studied more than 0.4 EFTs at any University or tertiary institution at degree-level or higher are not normally eligible.