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The Sophia Michelle McMillan Crestani Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship details

The Sophia Michelle McMillan Crestani Memorial Scholarship
Study levels Degree
Value Normally $4,500 towards living costs
Gender female
Close date Wednesday, 23 April 2025
Domestic/international Domestic Only

About the scholarship

Established in 2020 in memory of Sophia Michelle McMillan Crestani, a 2nd year Bachelor of Science student studying mathematics and statistics. Sophia passed away in tragic circumstances at a student party in North Dunedin on 6 October 2019. Sophia was a caring and enthusiastic spirit with a creative flair, having her Year 13 wearable art work “The Fallen” displayed at the National War Memorial, Hall of Memories as part of the centennial commemoration of the Passchendaele campaign. Sophia would want other young women to have the educational and career opportunities that she will not.

Entry requirements

Applicants must be:

  • New Zealand citizen or New Zealand Residence Class Visa Holder
  • a female second-year student studying Mathematics

The following factors shall be considered in selecting the Scholarship:

  • a demonstrated focus by the applicant on being community minded and exhibiting community involvement
  • financial need due to personal/family circumstances