Scholarships and applications
All scholarships cover registration costs, as well as travel (bus or plane tickets) to and from Hands-On at Otago.
Applications
Applications for Hands-On at Otago 2027 scholarships will open Monday on 29 June 2026.
Applications will close on Thursday 6 August 2026.
To apply for a scholarship, you will need to complete the scholarship section at the end of the general Hands-On application. All scholarships require completion of this online application.
Scholarships are still being finalised for 2027. Check back later for more information.
Awards
In addition to Hands-On at Otago scholarships, a number of other awards are available.
These awards cover registration costs, as well as travel (bus or plane tickets) to and from Hands-On at Otago.
You do not need to apply for awards; eligibility is based on being selected for the Hands-On at Otago programme and meeting the specific criteria set by each award provider.
Awards are still being finalised for 2027. Check back later for more information.
Sponsorship
Rotary, Lions club, etc.
Many students who attend Hands-On at Otago are able to obtain either full or partial sponsorship.
If students require financial assistance, we suggest they contact a local service group (such as Rotary) or their School Board of Trustees. Teachers or school principals may be able to provide assistance in approaching these groups.
Please note it is important to start this process when you apply for Hands-On at Otago as it takes some time and you need to have funding arranged before payment is due in October.