Secondary School Boarding Bursaries
This fund is closed and will reopen 2026
The fund aims to:
Assist a Year 9 or 10 student living away from home in a boarding situation with financial assistance.
The following is required:
NZ citizen, Year 9 or 10 in the year the bursary is awarded and living away from home
A letter outlining the reasons for needing financial assistance, written by a parent or caregiver
A supporting letter from the principal or a current teacher
Previous results/last school report/academic reference
Character reference from a responsible citizen (non-family member) who is known to the applicant
Applications open 19 August 2026 to 30 September 2026.
The duration of this bursary is one year, with $900 available each year, up to a maximum of 4 years.
