University of Otago Academic Excellence Entrance Scholarship 2025
The University of Otago offers the Academic Excellence Entrance Scholarship 2025 for high‑achieving international students entering a bachelor’s degree. Applications must be submitted by 15 August 2025 via the official form, and eligibility requires citizenship or permanent residency in Australia or New Zealand, plus strong academic and leadership credentials.
Eligible Degrees
Bachelor's/Undergraduate
Eligible Nationalities
Not specified
Destination
New Zealand
Eligible Courses
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University of Otago Academic Excellence Entrance Scholarship 2025
This scholarship is awarded to new undergraduate students who demonstrate outstanding academic potential and leadership. It is open to citizens or permanent residents of Australia and New Zealand who intend to study full‑time for a bachelor’s degree at the University of Otago.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of Australia or New Zealand, or have completed Year 12/13 at a New Zealand school.
- Must enrol full‑time in an undergraduate programme and achieve at least NCEA Level 2 with excellence.
- Leadership shown through school, community, sports, or cultural activities is required.
Application Process
Prospective students must complete the official application form, available here, before the deadline.
Selection Criteria
- Assessment focuses on academic excellence and demonstrated leadership.
- Maintain a minimum GPA of 7.0 (B+) from the previous year to continue receiving funding in subsequent years.
Value
Recipients receive at least $5,000 toward accommodation in a Residential College, plus tuition support for the first year. In the second and third years, a further $7,000 is provided toward tuition, subject to conditions.
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