The Sir Apirana Ngata Memorial Scholarship aims to promote higher education amongst Māori. It was created by the Māori Soldiers Trust Act in 1957 and is administered by the Māori Trust Office.
Funding for the scholarship comes from Hereheretau Station, Wairoa, the major asset of the Māori Soldiers Trust.
Up to ten scholarships (of up to $5000 each) are available every year for full time study at any New Zealand Polytechnic, Wānanga or University.
This scholarship is open to all Māori but preference is given to descendants of Māori World War 1 veterans. Māori WW1 veterans are Māori who served overseas during the first World War as part of the armed forces of the Crown.
Students may study any field, with preference given to students in their final year of tertiary study.
Selection considers the following:
You can view a copy of this years application form. Please note that applications for 2008 have closed.
An application form for the 2009 scholarship will be available here early 2009. If you prefer, an application form can be posted to you. Please email your name and postal address to us if you would like an Application Form be posted to you next year.
Last modified: 9/06/2008