Clare Galambos-Winter Scholarships in Violin Performance for School Leavers at Victoria University of Wellington 2025

Clare Galambos‑Winter Scholarships in Violin Performance for School Leavers at Victoria University of Wellington 2025

These scholarships are offered for undergraduate study in Music at the New Zealand School of Music – Te Kōkī. The award provides Partial Funding, NZD 3,000 and is tenable for one year, beginning in the 2025 academic year.

Eligibility

Applicants must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents, not older than 25, and intend to enrol in their first year of a Bachelor’s degree in Music with a primary focus on violin performance (cello as a secondary focus). The scholarship is open exclusively to New Zealand nationals.

Selection

The scholarship is awarded to the most talented student in violin performance (with cello as a second choice) beginning their undergraduate studies at NZSM.

Application Process

Prospective candidates must submit a completed online application by the closing date of 01 Oct, 2025. Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered.

Award Details

Successful recipients receive NZD 3,000 and must:

1. Write a thank‑you letter to the donor.
2. Actively engage with the NZSM community through ensembles, presentations, or performances at university events.
3. Hold the scholarship in perpetuity, though it cannot be deferred to a later year.
4. May hold the award concurrently with other scholarships.

For the official application form, visit the scholarship page.