University of Otago Leaders of Tomorrow Entrance Scholarship

Brief Description

Are you a motivated and driven student looking to pursue higher education in one of New Zealand’s most prestigious universities? The University of Otago offers a unique opportunity for aspiring leaders through its Leaders of Tomorrow Entrance Scholarship. This scholarship program aims to invest in and empower the next generation of innovative and influential leaders.

Host Institution(s)

The University of Otago is New Zealand’s first university, with a rich history dating back to 1869. It is a world-ranked institution known for its excellence in teaching and research, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various fields.

Level/Field of Study

The University of Otago Leaders of Tomorrow Entrance Scholarship is open to students enrolling in undergraduate programs in any field of study offered at the university.

Number of Awards

The scholarship program offers multiple awards to incoming students each year, with five reserved for international students.

Target Group

The scholarship is open to both domestic and international students who show exceptional leadership potential and academic excellence.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The University of Otago Leaders of Tomorrow Entrance Scholarship provides recipients with NZ$7,000 towards their first-year tuition fees. In addition, the scholarship also includes a guaranteed place in the university’s Residential College, which offers a supportive and enriching community for students.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered 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/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.
• 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.
• Those who have studied more than 0.4 EFTs at any University or tertiary institution at degree-level or higher are not normally* eligible.
• In addition to the above eligibility criteria, applicants must have:
• Involvement in activities at school, in the community, and/or in sport and cultural pursuits in which leadership has been shown.
• Achieved NCEA Level 2 endorsed with merit, or equivalent.

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Application Instructions

To apply for the scholarship, students must complete the online application form and submit a supporting statement outlining their leadership experience and future plans. The application deadline is August 15th.

Official Website

For more information about the University of Otago Leaders of Tomorrow Entrance Scholarship, including the application process and eligibility criteria, please visit the official website.