University of Otago Alumni Appeal Entrance Scholarship

Brief Description

The University of Otago Alumni Appeal Entrance Scholarship is a prestigious opportunity for outstanding students to receive financial support and recognition for their academic achievements.

Host Institution(s)

The scholarship is offered by the University of Otago, one of the top universities in New Zealand renowned for its excellence in teaching and research.

Level/Field of Study

The scholarship is available for undergraduate students pursuing any field of study at the University of Otago.

Number of Awards

Each year, the University offers multiple (Usually 6–8) scholarships, making it an excellent opportunity for a large number of students.

Target Group

The University of Otago Alumni Appeal Entrance Scholarship aims to support and encourage academically exceptional students, regardless of their background or nationality.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The scholarship award covers NZ$5,000 towards the recipient’s tuition fees for the first year, as well as academic support and mentoring from alumni of the University of Otago. This support extends beyond financial assistance and helps recipients to navigate their academic journey successfully.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for this scholarship,

• Are New Zealand citizens, New Zealand Residence Class Visa Holders, Australian citizens or Australian permanent residents with domestic fee status;
  Or
• 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
• Are intending to enrol or have enrolled for the first time for full-time degree-level, undergraduate study at the University of Otago.
  But
• Applications are not normally open to those who have studied more than 0.4 EFTs at any University or tertiary institution at degree-level or higher.
• Exceptions to 0.4 EFTS or less are considered when all previous University or tertiary level study has been undertaken whilst concurrently enrolled at secondary school.

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Application Instructions

To be considered for the University of Otago Alumni Appeal Entrance Scholarship, students must submit their application through the official University of Otago website. The application deadline is in August of each year for those commencing their studies in the following year.

Official Website

For more information on eligibility criteria, application instructions, and FAQs, please visit the official website.