Scholarships, Student Loans and More.

For students, knowing how to fund their study is an important aspect in planning their tertiary journey.

Ara Advantage Scholarships for 2023 are open now! Early bird applications close on August 31st. By applying in this round, students will know before the semester starts if they've been successful. Any students thinking about Ara should check these out here. There are four categories; Excellence, Equity, Leadership and Māori and Pacific.

We are also glad to announce a new scholarship for learners studying at Ara, UC or Lincoln. This scholarship is provided by the Riccarton Rotary Youth Trust, and the successful candidate will receive up to $10,000 per year of study, for up to 3 years. Applications close soon, and more information can be found in the PDF attached. 

We also have He Toki and Pacific Trades Training funding for our Māori and Pacific learners in certain areas. See the brochures attached for more information.

Many students will also be eligible for the government's first year 'Fees Free' scheme. Check eligibility here, and for info on Studylink student loans and other payments click here.