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University of Auckland Māori Academic Excellence Scholarship - The University of Auckland
Scholarship details
| Study levels | Undergraduate |
|---|---|
| Value | $20,000 paid over 3 years, comprising a guaranteed funded place in University of Auckland catered accommodation in the first year and four lump sum payments in the second and third years (see Regs. 2 and 3) |
| Length | First three full-time years of an undergraduate degree programme |
| Open date | Monday, 17 May 2021 |
| Close date | Wednesday, 25 August 2021 |
| Ethnicities | Māori |
About the scholarship
The kaupapa of the Māori Academic Excellence Scholarship is to recognise and reward exceptional academic success from tauira who have either engaged in Te Ao Māori, been a high achiever in academic, sports or arts activities, or demonstrated leadership in sports, cultural or community contexts. Regulations Regulations for the University of Auckland Māori Academic Excellence Scholarship PDF Download this PDF 72.9 kB How to apply 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.
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.
Entry requirements
'- The Scholarship will be offered to top New Zealand Maori students who are citizens or permanent residents of New Zealand, currently in their final year of study at a New Zealand secondary school and intending to enrol full-time in an undergraduate degree or Certificate of Health Sciences at the University of Auckland in the following year (see Notes IV and VI).
- The initial basis of selection will be excellent academic ability based on results of their previous year’s study at Level 2 or higher in the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) or an equivalent qualification. Other selection criteria include cultural participation in Maori contexts, demonstrated leadership potential, achievement in academic, sports or arts competitions, recognition within the community, motivation to attend and likelihood to succeed at a research-led University. Applicants’ level of preparedness for university study will also be assessed by considering their performance to date in subjects relevant to their intended degree.