Undergraduate Scholarships

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1 Undergraduate Scholarships Feed the world Protect the future Live well

2 Feed the world Protect the future Live well

3 What is a scholarship? A Lincoln scholarship is the opportunity to study at New Zealand s specialist land-based university while having some or all of the cost of your study paid for. Many scholarships are awarded on your academic grades but some scholarships take into account other factors including personal qualities, financial need, where you live and the course of study that you choose. Most scholarships are awarded at the start of the academic year. Some scholarships may be paid in instalments throughout the year, others are paid as a living allowance. The majority of scholarships are tenable for one year, although a growing number are now available for the duration of your degree provided certain standards are maintained. It is well worth every student spending time exploring the scholarship options available at Lincoln as there are literally hundreds to choose from, whether you are undergraduate, postgraduate, from New Zealand or an International student. Feed the world Protect the future Live well Please note: From time to time regulations relating to a scholarship may change. Sometimes scholarships are withdrawn, while new scholarships may be added. In all cases, the scholarships database on the website will provide you with the most up-to-date information and takes priority over the contents of this booklet go to In some cases, scholarships are administered by other entities, independent of the University. Where this is noted in the booklet, please use those particular entities contact details to request an application form. If you would like advice or assistance, please contact the scholarships office [email protected] or

4 SCHOLARSHIPS Lincoln University Awarded Scholarships Lincoln University has a number of scholarships that the University itself funds to recognise particular students. These are outlined on pages In particular there are three major undergraduate programmes: global challenges, sports and future leaders. Lincoln University Scholarships for Excellence Up to four scholarships are available for students who have gained high academic grades in NCEA Level 2 or the equivalent. These scholarships are for students new to Lincoln University. Applicants will need to have NCEA Level 2, endorsed with Excellence, or the equivalent, to be eligible to apply. This scholarship is available for the duration of the degree, provided academic standards are maintained. Value: Tuition fees and a $4,000 living allowance annually. Tenure: Duration of degree. Applications close 31 August, with the Scholarships Office. Lincoln University Gap Year Scholarship Scholarships are available to students who demonstrate academic merit and who have had a break of at least six months after completing secondary school. Value: Up to $4,500 towards tuition fees. Applications close 1 November, with the Scholarships Office. Lincoln University Inclusive Education Undergraduate Award One scholarship is available annually to a student who has a disability, injury or illness. Value: $3,000. Applications close 1 December, with the Scholarships Office. PAGE 4

5 Sir Turi Carroll Centennial Scholarship One scholarship is available to encourage a Māori student of good academic calibre, who has also demonstrated leadership potential, to commence or continue their tertiary study at Lincoln University. Value: Tuition fees. Applications close 31 March, with the Scholarships Office. Lincoln University Alumni Association Degree Scholarship The Lincoln University Alumni Association Degree Scholarship was established to support a student about to enter their final year of study towards an undergraduate or honours degree at Lincoln University. Value: $7500 Applications close 31 March Lincoln University Alumni Association Diploma Scholarship The Lincoln University Alumni Association Diploma Scholarship was established to support a student about to enter the Diploma in Farm Management at Lincoln University. Value: $5000 Applications close 31 March PAGE 5

6 SCHOLARSHIPS Lincoln University Future Leader Scholarships Future Leader Scholarships Every year Lincoln University offers students, who have acted as leaders in their school or community, the opportunity to further develop their leadership skills while undertaking tertiary study. As a Future Leader Scholar you will be part of our comprehensive leadership extension and development programme. On top of this your tuition fees will be paid by the University. Leadership qualities are becoming increasingly important in career development. The development of science, business and community in New Zealand and internationally relies on the next generation to have more than academic knowledge and business experience. Being involved in Lincoln University s Future Leader Scholarship Programme will give you an edge to help you create a positive career pathway. The aim of the Future Leader Scholarship Programme is to: Support and develop leadership in students who are actively contributing to the University and the wider community Produce well-rounded leaders who are innovative, can communicate, work in teams, see complex problems in a variety of ways and relate to a diverse range of people. In other words, they will stand out from the average graduate Expose students to a way of thinking rather than a collection of generic tools to draw upon Provide students with opportunities to practice relevant and applied leadership principles. Future Leader students at the 2014 Gumboot Golf fundraiser PAGE 6

7 If you are successful in obtaining a Future Leader Scholarship you will be involved in: Leadership development workshops The annual charity event Lend a Hand Marketing and student events Campus clubs and committees Group projects. For more information on the content of the Future Leader Programme please refer to our website Future-Leader-Scholarship Apply now The Future Leader Scholarships are open to new students who have demonstrated a potential for leadership, and who have achieved well academically in NCEA Level 2, or the equivalent. Applications will also be accepted from students who are undertaking a gap year after leaving school. If you are offered a conditional scholarship you must achieve University Entrance to accept the scholarship. Applications for the Future Leader Scholarships close on 31 August, with the Scholarships Office. Academic Performance Your strong academic background should demonstrate that you are capable of undertaking and completing a university degree, while also maintaining your involvement in leadership activities. Value: Tuition fees. Tenure: One year, with an opportunity to reapply in subsequent years of study. The 2013 Lend a Hand event Shave to Save (Yes, that is alumnus Richie McCaw...) PAGE 7

8 SCHOLARSHIPS Lincoln University Sports Scholarships Sports Scholarships If you are serious about your sport and your study, come to New Zealand s specialist land-based university and enjoy a specialist education and a sporting programme that will help you make the most of your sporting potential. Every year we offer a select group of students the opportunity to gain a world-class academic qualification, while developing sporting abilities to a professional level. As a sports scholar your tuition fees will be paid and you will share a unique university experience with other high achieving athletes. Game Plan Lincoln University s Sports Scholarship Programme combines academic study with the extension and development of athletic and sporting abilities. Lincoln University established the Sports Scholarship Programme in It was the first of its kind in New Zealand and has produced some of the country s most well-known athletes. Athletic Performance The scholarship athletic performance programme aspires to produce highly-skilled athletes through assisting in the development of intellectual, personal and physical performance. Balancing sporting success with academic achievement and developing lifelong skills through experiences is the priority in this programme. The athletic performance programme will challenge sports scholars in areas such as physical ability, accountability, consistency and attitude, all of which can be brought to the playing field. The well-rounded student athletes graduating from this programme will have the attributes necessary to succeed at the highest level. Consultants We work with the best consultants in New Zealand as part of our team, to help our sports scholars continue to improve athletic performance. Consultants are available to support sports scholars in: Mental conditioning Nutrition coaching Physiotherapy and sports medicine Specialist sports skill acquisition, technical and tactical development. Our Performance Programmes The aim of the specialist Sports Scholarship Programme at Lincoln University is to support and develop your athletic and academic needs. To help achieve the right balance, the Sports Scholarship team has introduced a multi-disciplinary approach to improve both athletic and academic performance through consulting internal and external specialists. Academic Performance Sports scholars need to show sporting capability, and have the commitment to complete a Lincoln University degree programme. Balancing your time to achieve both academic targets and agreed sporting standards can be challenging, which is why we have a dedicated academic coordinator at Lincoln University to assist with your study selection, course planning and time management. In order to retain your Lincoln University Sports Scholarship you will have to pass all your University courses. PAGE 8

9 Sporting Partnerships Canterbury Basketball Association Canterbury Cricket Association We currently offer sports scholarships in: Basketball Cricket Field Hockey Football Golf Netball Rowing Rugby Elite (this is a scholarship programme open to athletes competing at a national level in other sporting codes). We will want to see that you, as a sports scholar have the ability to perform at the highest level in your chosen sport, and that you can achieve a specialist degree while competing in that sport. We ll also consider applications from those who are referees, umpires, coaches and administrators in each of the above sports codes. Canterbury Hockey Association Canterbury United FC Peter Magson: [email protected] Canterbury Golf Association Netball Mainland Canterbury Rowing Association John Wylie: [email protected] Canterbury Rugby Football Union (CRFU)

10 SCHOLARSHIPS Educating Athletes Sports Scholarship Educating Athletes Our Vision To be the university of choice for sporting and academic excellence. Our Mission To educate and develop successful student-athletes. Athlete Evolution Apply now Requirements Sports scholarships are open to current students, and to new students who are playing, or have the potential to play, at representative level in their sport. If you are offered a conditional scholarship, you must achieve University Entrance to accept it. You will also need to take part in fitness testing in order to qualify for selection; however, in some instances this requirement may be relaxed. Applications for all sports scholarships close 31 August, with the Scholarships Office. Application forms are available at all secondary schools and at Student-Athlete Personal Fundamentals Lincoln University Performance Fundamentals For more information on the Lincoln University Sports Scholarship Programme and our philosophy, please go to our website Sports-Scholarships Value: Tuition fees. Tenure: Duration of degree PAGE 10

11 Lincoln University Global Challenges Scholarships Global Challenges Scholarships Feed the world, protect the future, live well. They are Lincoln University s causes; a response to the global challenges facing the planet today challenges such as climate change, food production and security, depleting resources, urban sprawl, the loss of biodiversity, and pollution. Because the global challenges are complex and there s no one size fits all solution, everyone needs to be involved. To this end, in 2014 Lincoln introduced the Global Challenges Programme and associated undergraduate scholarships. The Programme The Global Challenges Programme is a nationwide project, designed to have a positive effect on students and the community. It draws on the content of Lincoln University courses and research, and specifically aligns this content with secondary school curricula to educate pupils and staff. Through outreach activities and events, the programme will extend into the community, engaging a wide range of groups with grass roots initiatives aimed at helping grow understanding of the global challenges. The Scholarships Underpinning the Global Challenges Programme for schools are the Global Challenges Scholarships for school leavers. The Global Challenges Scholars will act as ambassadors of the Global Challenges Programme by actively contributing across all aspects of the programme to help make its impact real and tangible. Successful applicants will participate in the University-based activities within the Global Challenges Programme. This will comprise a series of planned activities throughout the academic year including individual and group projects. Value: Tuition fees. Applications for the Global Challenges Scholarships close 31 October, with the Scholarships office. Further information and application forms are available at For any questions, contact the Scholarships Office on [email protected], or speak with our Student Liaison team for more information phone PAGE 11

12 SCHOLARSHIPS Other Scholarships In addition to scholarships offered by the University, there are also a large number supported by external companies, trusts and individuals. Some examples are listed here. Allied Security Bursary Allied Security established bursaries in 2008 for the purpose of encouraging students to attend Lincoln University to further their tertiary education. Value: $3,000. Applications close 31 October, with the Scholarships Office. Argyle Award Set up in 2004 in conjunction with Mr Gordon Holmes, the scholarship is available for study in agriculture, and preference will be given to applicants from the Marlborough region. Value: Up to $4,500 towards tuition fees. Tenure: One year, but previous applicants may reapply in subsequent years. Applications close 30 September, with the Scholarships Office. Ballance Agri-Nutrients Scholarships Available to people who wish to enter the agricultural industry. Ballance awards up to four scholarships annually to grow know-how in the rural community by supporting agricultural students. Basil Parkes Scholarship Established by Basil and Judith Parkes to provide financial assistance to students who wish to undertake studies in land-based degrees or diplomas. The scholarship awarded is based on financial need and an interest in natural resource management. Value: Varies each year. Applications close 31 October, with the Scholarships Office. Beef + Lamb NZ Undergraduate Scholarships These scholarships are intended to assist degree students who have a good academic record, possess strong interpersonal skills and have a passion for the New Zealand livestock, meat and related agribusiness sectors. Value: $5,000. Tenure: Duration of degree. Application form and closing date can be found on the Beef + Lamb website: undergraduate-scholarship/. Application to be sent to: People and Capability Advisor Beef + Lamb New Zealand PO Box 121 Wellington 6140 Value: $4,500. Applications close in October. Application form and closing date can be found on the Ballance website: PAGE 12

13 Charles Upham Trust Scholarship Established by the Charles Upham Trust. The trust was created by the citizens of New Zealand in recognition for his bravery and awards of the Victoria Cross and Bar. Charles Upham, a Lincoln University alumnus, donated funds to this trust with a view to providing education for the children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren of servicemen or women who served in any war that New Zealand was involved in. Value: $1,000. Applications close 30 September, with the Scholarships Office. DairyNZ Scholarships Dairy farmers of New Zealand, through DairyNZ, provide funding by means of the DairyNZ Scholarships to assist students of high academic calibre to undertake a bachelor s degree. Applicants must be interested in the sustainable development of the New Zealand dairy industry. Value: $5,750. Tenure: Duration of degree. Applications close 5 December. Application to be sent to: Susan Stokes Industry Education Facilitator DairyNZ Limited Private Bag 3221 Hamilton 3240 EE Richards Scholarship For applicants from Darfield High School who wish to study agriculture at Lincoln University. Value: $5,000. Tenure: One year, but previous applicants may reapply in subsequent years. Application forms must be obtained from Darfield High School. ETEC Crop Solutions Scholarship For students who wish to undertake studies in land-based degrees and who have an interest in arable farming, horticultural science, plant science and farm management. Value: $5,000. Applications close 31 March, with the Scholarships Office. FMG Agriculture Scholarships Applications for the FMG Agriculture Scholarships are invited from students who intend to study agriculture through a Bachelor of Agriculture, Bachelor of Agricultural Science, Bachelor of Commerce (Agriculture), Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Viticulture and Oenology. Value: $4,000. Tenure: Duration of degree. Applications close mid-december. Application forms can be obtained from FMG branches, or via the FMG website: Application to be sent to: FMG Agriculture Scholarship PO Box 521 Wellington 6140 PAGE 13

14 SCHOLARSHIPS George Graham Trust Scholarship Available annually to students who intend to enrol, or are enrolled in a full-time course of study at Lincoln University, and who have attended Marlborough Boys College. For every alternate year, preference will be given to candidates who intend to take, or who are already taking, a non-degree course. Value: Varies each year. Applications close 31 August, with the Scholarships Office. Gladys Grace Vale Scholarship Available annually to a full-time student studying horticulture. Value: $1,000. Applications close 31 March, with the Scholarships Office. James and Evelyn Gane Scholarship The late Miss Grace Gane provided funds to set up this scholarship fund in memory of her grandfather, James Gane, who farmed in Marlborough, and in memory of her mother Evelyn Edith Gane. For applicants wishing to undertake studies in agriculture or horticulture. Value: $5,000. Tenure: Duration of degree. Applications close 31 January, with the Scholarships Office. Sir Graeme Harrison Scholarship Established in 2013 to provide financial assistance to students in the Bachelor of Agribusiness and Food Marketing degree. Nikolas Dow Memorial Scholarship Established in 2014 in memory of Lincoln graduate Niki Dow who was tragically killed in a car accident in This is for a student intending to study a Bachelor of Viticulture and Oenology. Value: Tuition fees. Tenure: Duration of degree. Applications close 31 March, with the Scholarships Office. EP Parcell Memorial Scholarship Established in 2012 to support a student from the Southland region who plans to study agriculture. Value: Varies each year. Applications close 31 July, with the Scholarships Office. Ravensdown Hugh Williams Memorial Scholarship This scholarship, for sons/daughters of Ravensdown shareholders, aims to encourage undergraduate study in an agricultural or horticultural degree. Value: $5,000. Tenure: Duration of degree. Applications close early December. Application forms can be obtained from: Ravensdown Customer Centre PO Box 1049 Christchurch 8140 or from the Ravensdown website: Value: $5,000. Tenure: Duration of degree. Applications close 28 February, with the Scholarships Office. PAGE 14

15 Riccarton Rotary Youth Trust Scholarship For Canterbury students with preference given to those educated in the Riccarton area. Applicants may be studying any degree and must be facing a challenge which could prevent them from commencing tertiary education. Value: $10,000. Applications to be sent to: Scholarships Office University of Canterbury Private Bag 4800 Christchurch 8140 Salvation Army Edmund Sanderson Jeff Farm Scholarship Available to assist young people in farm training, either in a practical or academic context. The awards are targeted towards students who need assistance on account of their financial situation, their existing environment or their state of health. Value: $6,000. Tenure: One year, but previous applicants may reapply in subsequent years. Applications close 30 January. Application to be sent to: Liz McKerrow Jeff Farm Scholarship Co-ordinator The Salvation Army PO Box Christchurch 8144 South Island Agricultural Field Days Incorporated Scholarships Awarded to encourage and support members of the New Zealand Federation of Young Farmers Clubs (YFC) studying full-time at Lincoln University. Up to two scholarships are available each year. One scholarship will be available to a YFC member from the Christchurch District, and one to any other YFC member, including other members from the Christchurch District. Value: $2,500. Applications close 31 October, with the Scholarships Office. William and Ina Cartwright Scholarships Up to four scholarships are available annually to full-time students enrolling for the first time in a bachelor s degree. Applicants must have been a resident for a minimum of three years in the area between the Waitaki and Rangitata Rivers (includes Geraldine, Fairlie, Temuka, Pleasant Point, Tekapo, Pukaki, Twizel, Waimate and Timaru). Value: Varies each year. Applications close 31 March, with the Scholarships Office. William Walter Dunsterville Scholarship Established to support students who have a financial barrier to study. Value: Varies each year. Applications close 1 October, with the Scholarships Office. Want to know more? To find out more, call us today on: (if you are calling within New Zealand) (if you are calling from overseas) You can contact us either on , [email protected], or visit our website: The Lincoln University Scholarships Office can be contacted at: PO Box Lincoln University Lincoln 7647 Christchurch Or [email protected]. More information on these and the full list of scholarships and selection criteria can be found at Note: in some cases it is possible to be awarded more than one scholarship. Please read the eligibility criteria on the website. PAGE 15

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