2018 Scholarships

Submissions closed at 5:00PM 30 November 2018 (NZDT).

2018 Scholarships

IMPORTANT: Please read information below to assist you in completing your application online.

Public Trust is calling for Scholarship applications from the following Trusts all of which have different purposes and criteria’s.

 Please read below for the relevant Scholarship you are applying for.

  • The James (Senior) and Mary Garcia Scholarship
  • The Lonsdale Scholarships
  • The Rolfes' Scholarship
  • The Louisa Roper Scholarship
  • The Carterton District Trust Scholarship

Important information relating to all of the above Scholarships

Application Requirements

  • The application form be completed and submitted via Public Trust online Granting System.
  • A copy of your birth certificate, passport or citizenship certificate is required.
  • Full course details including annual cost are to be provided.
  • The application is to be supported by at least one reference.
  • Past academic records and/or other achievements are to be provided where possible.
  • Applications must be supported by an essay (maximum 250 words) on ‘Why are you doing the course of study you have chosen, what is your intended career and what would you like to achieve with your qualification and in your career?’
  • Scholarships awarded are conditional on the applicant being enrolled in a course of study as outlined in their application.
  • Scholarships awarded will be paid on receipt of the applicant’s confirmation of enrolment.

Important Dates

Applications are available from Thursday the 1st November 2018.  Applications must be received by 5pm on the closing date of Monday the 30th November 2018.  Applicants will be advised of the outcome by 31st January 2018.

LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

 

The James (Senior) and Mary Garcia Scholarship

Background:

The James (Senior) & Mary Garcia Scholarships are open to students whose permanent residence is in the Taranaki district, with a preference to be given to former Weston Primary School Student.  The following article provides some background on the settlor and her family.

The purpose of the Trust is to provide scholarships in perpetuity to assist school leavers aiming to further their education in the area of Journalism and or Music.

Applications will be considered by The James (Senior) & Mary Garcia Scholarship Committee.

Criteria

  • The Applicant must be a permanent resident in the Taranaki District.
  • The applicant must be a school leaving seeking financial assistance for the sole purpose of furthering their education in the area of journalism and or music.
  • The course of study must be delivered by recognised Tertiary Institution and must be at least 1 year in duration

Scholarship Terms and Conditions

  • In most instances, payment will be made direct to the education provider on proof/confirmation of enrolment.  If you require part of the payment to allow you to purchase books, accommodation, computer or travel, this will need to be broken down and clearly shown in your application.
  • The value of the Scholarship may differ from year to year and may also differ between applicants
  •  The applicant is required to furnish a report on my academic progress to Public Trust at the end of each academic year where the Scholarship has been received
  • Public Trust may at their discretion, vary or terminate any scholarship awarded.
  • The applicant is required to advise Public Trust should there be a change to the studies relating to which any scholarship has been awarded.
  • The Scholarship may be awarded from one to three years. Continuation of the scholarship if awarded for more than one year is subject annually to Trustee approval.   The Trustee reserves the right to change the value of the award and continuation of the award.
  • If a scholarship is awarded for more than 1 year, applicants will be required re-apply annually for continuation of the scholarship this will be outlined to the applicant when the Scholarship is awarded.
  • The Trustee reserves the right to withhold the payment of any amounts due under the Scholarship in the event of the misconduct of any person holding the Scholarship.

Value: The James (Senior) & Mary Garcia Scholarships will award up to $50,000 in Scholarships in 2018.

 

The Lonsdale Scholarships

Background:

The Lonsdale Scholarships - Christchurch and The Lonsdale Scholarships – Nelson are open to male students who have attended state primary and or secondary schools in Nelson or Canterbury for three years and intending to enrol in a course of study at University of Canterbury.

The purpose of the Trust is to provide Scholarships in perpetuity to assist school leavers in any course of study at the University of Canterbury to further their education.  

Applications will be considered by Lonsdale Scholarships Committee.

Criteria

  • The Applicant must have attended a state schools for at least three years in Nelson or Canterbury.
  • The Applicant must be attending University of Canterbury.
  • The applicant must be a school leaving seeking financial assistance for the sole purpose of furthering their education.
  • The course of study must be at least 1 year in duration
  • Special consideration will be given to students on the results of academic achievement and who through personal or family circumstances would suffer financial hardship by undertaking Tertiary education.
  • The application must obtain University Entrance requirements
  • The Applicant must not receive any other Scholarships.

Scholarship Terms and Conditions

  • In most instances, payment will be made direct to the education provider on proof/confirmation of enrolment.  If you require part of the payment to allow you to purchase books, accommodation, computer or travel, this will need to be broken down and clearly shown in your application.
  • The value of the Scholarship may differ from year to year and may also differ between applicants.
  • Public Trust may at their discretion, vary or terminate any scholarship awarded.
  • The applicant is required to advise Public Trust should there be a change to the studies relating to which any scholarship has been awarded.
  • The Scholarship may be awarded from one to three years. Continuation of the scholarship if awarded for more than one year is subject annually to Trustee approval.   The Trustee reserves the right to change the value of the award and continuation of the award.
  • If a scholarship is awarded for more than 1 year, applicants will be required re-apply annually for continuation of the scholarship this will be outlined to the applicant when the Scholarship is awarded.
  • The Trustee reserves the right to withhold the payment of any amounts due under the Scholarship in the event of the misconduct of any person holding the Scholarship.

Value: The Lonsdale Scholarships will be awarded at up to $2,000 per year for up to 3 years.

 

The PA Rolfes' Scholarship

The PA Rolfes Scholarships are open to ‘young’ New Zealand Citizens wishing to complete study overseas to obtain scientific knowledge for the purpose of advancing the standards of scientific knowledge in New Zealand.

The purpose of the Trust is to provide scholarships in perpetuity to assist overseas travel to advance the standards of scientific knowledge in New Zealand.

Applications will be considered by The PA Rolfes Scholarship Committee

Criteria

  • The applicant must be a New Zealand citizen and be between the age of 18 to 30 at the time the scholarship is awarded.
  • Applicants must have attended a school and or schools in Kaikoura for at least 5 years.
  • Applicants must provide copies of their academic records as follows:

One reference to be in relation to study capabilities. Particularly with regard to research potential. 

One character reference may be included with this application

  • The applicant must provide details of the overseas study programme including the name and address of the institution, evidence of contact with the institution and any other relevant information.

Scholarship Terms and Conditions

  • In most instances, payment will be made direct to the education provider on proof/confirmation of enrolment.  If you require part of the payment to allow you to purchase books, accommodation, computer or travel, this will need to be broken down and clearly shown in your application.
  • The value of the Scholarship may differ from year to year and may also differ between applicants 
  • Public Trust may at their discretion, vary or terminate any scholarship awarded.
  • The applicant is required to advise Public Trust should there be a change to the studies relating to which any scholarship has been awarded.
  • The Scholarship may be awarded from one to three years. Continuation of the scholarship if awarded for more than one year is subject annually to Trustee approval.   The Trustee reserves the right to change the value of the award and continuation of the award.
  • If a scholarship is awarded for more than 1 year, applicants will be required re-apply annually for continuation of the scholarship this will be outlined to the applicant when the Scholarship is awarded.
  • The Trustee reserves the right to withhold the payment of any amounts due under the Scholarship in the event of the misconduct of any person holding the Scholarship.

Value: The PA Rolfes' Scholarship Trust will award up to $60,000 in Scholarships in 2018.

 

The Louisa Roper Scholarship

The Estate of Myrtle Louisa Roper operates as a Charitable Trust providing Scholarships to undergraduate students in the Arts, Majoring in modern languages other than English.

The purpose of the Trust is to provide scholarships in perpetuity to assist students from Avonside Girls High School - Christchurch, Papanui High School - Christchurch and Ashburton College - Ashburton to further their tertiary education in the arts - primarily modern languages other than English. 

Applications will be considered by The Louisa Roper Scholarship Committee

Criteria

  • The Applicant must have attended Avonside Girls High School, Papanui High School or Ashburton High School during any part of their final year of secondary education.
  • Applicants must be intending to study at any University in New Zealand in the arts majoring in modern languages other than English
  • The course of study must be delivered by recognised Tertiary Institution and must be at least 1 year in duration

Scholarship Terms and Conditions

  • In most instances, payment will be made direct to the education provider on proof/confirmation of enrolment.  If you require part of the payment to allow you to purchase books, accommodation, computer or travel, this will need to be broken down and clearly shown in your application.
  • The value of the Scholarship may differ from year to year and may also differ between applicants
  • Public Trust may at their discretion, vary or terminate any scholarship awarded.
  • The applicant is required to advise Public Trust should there be a change to the studies relating to which any scholarship has been awarded.
  • The Scholarship may be awarded from one to three years. Continuation of the scholarship if awarded for more than one year is subject annually to Trustee approval.   The Trustee reserves the right to change the value of the award and continuation of the award.
  • If a scholarship is awarded for more than 1 year, applicants will be required re-apply annually for continuation of the scholarship this will be outlined to the applicant when the Scholarship is awarded.
  • The Trustee reserves the right to withhold the payment of any amounts due under the Scholarship in the event of the misconduct of any person holding the Scholarship.

Value: The Louisa Roper Scholarship Trust will award up to $100,000 in Scholarships in 2018.

 

The Carterton District Trust Scholarship

The Carterton & Wairarapa South County Trust operates as a Charitable Trust providing Scholarships to undergraduate students  that have been resident within the Trust District.

The purpose of the Trust is to provide scholarships in perpetuity to assist students to further their tertiary education.

Applications will be considered by The Carterton & Wairarapa South County Trust Board.

Criteria

  • Applicants should be starting or have started their tertiary course of study within three years of leaving school.
  • Applications are open to students undertaking tertiary study who are currently or have at any time resided within the boundaries of the districts of Carterton and Wairapapa South.
  • Applications are open to students undertaking tertiary study who are currently or have at any time resided within the boundaries of the districts of Carterton and Wairapapa South.
  • Applicants should be starting or have started their tertiary course of study within three years of leaving school.
  • Applicants may lodge one application per year for each year of tertiary study, up to a maximum of three years. Each application must be lodged by the advertised closing date.
  • Applicants who meet the trust eligibility criteria will receive a grant of up to $1,000 for their first application with a reducing amount for their second and third application.

Scholarship Terms and Conditions

  • Applicants may elect to have their grant paid direct to their tertiary provider or to their student loan account at Inland Revenue.
  • The value of the Scholarship may differ from year to year and may also differ between applicants.
  • Public Trust may at their discretion, vary or terminate any scholarship awarded.
  • The applicant is required to advise Public Trust should there be a change to the studies relating to which any scholarship has been awarded.
  • The Scholarship may be awarded from one to three years. Continuation of the scholarship if awarded for more than one year is subject annually to Trustee approval.   The Trustee reserves the right to change the value of the award and continuation of the award.
  • If a scholarship is awarded for more than 1 year, applicants will be required re-apply annually for continuation of the scholarship this will be outlined to the applicant when the Scholarship is awarded.
  • The Trustee reserves the right to withhold the payment of any amounts due under the Scholarship in the event of the misconduct of any person holding the Scholarship.

Value: The Carterton Districts Trust Scholarships will be awarded at up to to $1,000 for the first year, up to $800 for the 2nd year and up to $600 for the 3rd year.

Any questions should be directed to Public Trust

 email: funding@publictrust.co.nz 

phone: 0800 371 471.

All applications are considered by the Committees and applicants will be advised of the outcome by 31st January. The decision of the Committees is final and no further discussion will be entertained.

IMPORTANT: Please read information below to assist you in completing your application online.

Step 1: Determine eligibility

  • Please ensure you have read the Trust’s criteria
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