| Value | NZ $10,000 |
|---|---|
| Number Offered | Varies |
| Closing Date | 1 March |
Information
Established in 2021 by the University of Otago through generous support from P M and A R Springford, the Newick and Springford Scholarship supports students (particularly of Māori and/or Pasifika descent) studying medicine or dentistry who show aptitude and financial need during their studies.
Applicants must be:
- a New Zealand citizen or New Zealand Residence Class Visa Holder
- in their third, fourth, or fifth year of study towards a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB ChB) or a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree at the University of Otago
The following factors shall be considered in selecting the scholarship:
- academic merit
- evidence of financial need
- Māori and/or Pasifika descent