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Call us on 0800 222 733Scholarships, grants and awards for Pasifika students
There are many scholarships, grants and awards available to Pasifika students, so it pays to do some research to find the best one for you.
Who can I talk to about scholarship applications?
Contact the Pasifika liaison at universities or polytechnics to find out more about scholarships for Pasifika peoples. You could also approach community and church leaders, as they often have information about scholarships and funding opportunities for Pasifika students.
The Ministry of Pacific Island Affairs (MPIA) also has information on relevant scholarships on their website.
"I am a bit disappointed that I didn't try for scholarships before. Sometimes you don't apply because you think you are not good enough. What people have to realise is that some scholarships don't even have any applicants."
Salainaoloa Wilson, Tertiary Student
What can I look at for scholarships?
- Many scholarships are listed online
Below are links to some of the main websites and publications that have Pasifika scholarship information.
BreakOut database of scholarships
BreakOut is a searchable database of scholarships. You can enter in your details and the database will match you with possible scholarships you could apply for. You can access BreakOut for free from most public libraries and secondary schools.
Below are some BreakOut database Pasifika scholarships that are closing soon. They are only a small selection of those listed in the database.
Barbara Wood Memorial Foundation Scholarships
Provider: Barbara Wood Memorial Foundation
Website: http://www.wi.org.nz/
Value:
Scholarships vary from $500 to $1,000 a year depending on the need and cos t of course undertaken.
Closing date:
2012 closing date not yet known - Ple ase refer to Funder.
Hoe Tahi Addiction and Methamphetamine Scholarships
Provider: Te Rau Matatini
Value:
Refer to Funder .
Closing date:
2013 closing date not yet known - Ple ase refer to Funder.
Ko Awatea Health Scholarships
Provider: Counties Manukau District Health Board
Website: http://www.countieshealthjobs.com/experienced/apply-for-scholarship
Value:
Maximum of $5,000.
Closing date:
2012 closing date not yet known - Ple ase refer to Funder.
Value:
see 'Additional information'. .
Closing date:
2013 closing date not yet known - Ple ase refer to Funder.
New Zealand Institute of Sport Scholarships
Provider: New Zealand Institute of Sport
Website: http://www.nzis.co.nz/apply-to-study
Value:
Determined by the Trustees.
Closing date:
Please contact NZIS.
Scholarship stories
Read stores about Pasifika students who have received scholarships, and find out how they got them.