Te Amaru-Disability Services Access Awards at Victoria University of Wellington 2025-26

Te Amaru–Disability Services Access Awards at Victoria University of Wellington 2025‑26

These awards aim to ease the financial burden for students with disabilities who are pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate study at Victoria University of Wellington. Funding ranges from NZD 500 to NZD 1,500 and is intended for those who have shown academic progress and plan to continue their studies the following year.

Eligibility

Open to domestic students who:

• Are enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate programme at Victoria University of Wellington.
• Have at least one year of study remaining.
• Can provide documentation of their disability if not already registered with Te Amaru–Disability Services.
• Are New Zealand citizens or permanent residents.
• Demonstrate financial hardship (preferred).

Selection Criteria

1. Applicants must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents, currently enrolled, and intend to re‑enrol the following year.
2. Applicants must have satisfactory academic progress over at least one trimester and show a strong commitment to completing their qualification.

Application Process

A completed online application must be submitted by 4:30 pm on 02 Oct 2025. Supporting documents, including references, must also be received by this deadline. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Award Details

The award provides partial funding between NZD 500 and NZD 1,500. The award cannot be deferred but may be held concurrently with other scholarships.

Apply through the official Te Amaru–Disability Services Access Awards application page.