University of Otago Alumni in America Inc. Rugby Performance Entrance Scholarship

Brief Description

The University of Otago Alumni in America Inc. Rugby Performance Entrance Scholarship is a prestigious program that aims to support outstanding athletes from the United States in their pursuit of higher education and rugby excellence at the University of Otago in New Zealand.

Host Institution(s)

The scholarship is hosted by the University of Otago, one of the top universities in New Zealand renowned for its academic and sporting excellence. The university has a strong alumni network in the United States, making it an ideal destination for American athletes to continue their studies while excelling in rugby.

Level/Field of Study

The scholarship is available for undergraduate or postgraduate studies at the University of Otago, in any field of study offered by the university. However, preference is given to students with a strong academic record and a passion for rugby.

Number of Awards

Each year, the University of Otago Alumni in America Inc. Rugby Performance Entrance Scholarship awards one scholarship to an outstanding American student-athlete.

Target Group

The scholarship is open to students from the United States who have excelled in both academics and rugby. Applicants must have a strong passion for the sport and a desire to continue playing at a high level while studying in New Zealand.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The scholarship covers full tuition fees for one year of undergraduate or postgraduate studies at the University of Otago. In addition, the recipient will receive a performance allowance of up to NZ $10,000 to support their development as a rugby player. The scholarship also includes accommodation and living expenses for the duration of the program.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the scholarship,

•  Are New Zealand citizens, New Zealand Residence Class Visa Holders, Australian citizens or Australian permanent residents with domestic fee status
• International students who have completed Year 12 and 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.
•  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.
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• Those who have studied more than 0.4 EFTs at any University or tertiary institution at degree-level or higher are not normally eligible.
• 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

Interested applicants must complete and submit an online application form through the University of Otago’s scholarship portal. They must also provide supporting documents, including academic transcripts, a personal statement, and two letters of recommendation. Those shortlisted for the scholarship will also undergo a virtual interview before a final decision is made.

Official Website

For more information about the University of Otago Alumni in America Inc. Rugby Performance Entrance Scholarship and to apply, please visit the official website.