To recognize and support top-achieving students in New Zealand, the University of Otago is providing the Ralph Moir Memorial Entrance Scholarship for the academic year 2024-2025.

To be eligible for the University of Otago Ralph Moir Memorial Entrance Scholarship, applicants must be either New Zealand citizens, New Zealand Residence Class Visa holders, or international students who have completed Year 12 and/or Year 13 at a New Zealand school or equivalent foundation course. They must be enrolling for the first time in full-time, first-year undergraduate study at the University of Otago.

Established in 1869, the University of Otago is New Zealand’s oldest university and renowned for its vibrant campus life, high-quality education, and world-class research. Located in Dunedin, Otago offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines. The university is particularly known for its strong emphasis on research, academic excellence, and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Application Deadline: 15 August

Brief Description

• University or Organization: University of Otago
• Department: School of Surveying
• Course Level: Undergraduate
• Award: NZ$15,000 with a two-year tenure
• Access Mode: Online
• Number of Awards: 1
• Nationality: New Zealand and International Students
• The award can be taken in: New Zealand

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries New Zealand citizens, New Zealand Residence Class Visa holders, and international students who have completed Year 12 and/or Year 13 at a New Zealand school, or an equivalent foundation-level course at a New Zealand tertiary institution.
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for the Bachelor of Surveying degree at the University of Otago.
• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Must be intending to enrol or already enrolled for the first time in first-year (100-level papers), full-time, degree-level, undergraduate study at the University of Otago.
• Must not have studied more than 0.4 EFTs at any university or tertiary institution at degree-level or higher, with exceptions for those who studied concurrently while in secondary school.
• Must have completed the Financial and/or Family Circumstances sections in the scholarship application for consideration.
• Must demonstrate academic ability, financial need, and/or life circumstances that present significant barriers to studying at university.
• Preference given to applicants who normally reside in the Southland region.

How to Apply

All applications for Entrance Scholarships are done through eVision, the University’s student management system. Applicants are required to go through the first stages of enrolment at the University of Otago to access the Entrance Scholarship online application.

For detailed instructions, visit the Apply for a scholarship webpage and the Scholarship application preparation page.

Benefits

• Year One: NZ$5,000 towards accommodation (Residential College or University Flat) or tuition fees and stipend for local community students.
• Year Two: NZ$10,000 towards tuition fees. Additional support may be provided at the donor’s discretion if tuition fees exceed NZ$10,000.
• Recipients are required to write or record a message of thanks to the donors.

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