Scholarship Criteria
The Betty Loughhead Soroptimist Scholarship assists women pursuing tertiary studies for the purpose of gaining a qualification that will enable them:
- entry or re-entry into the workforce; or
- a change in occupations
Who can apply?
Women who are:
Evidence of eligibility must be provided as part of the application process.
- New Zealand citizens (please note that residents with NZ Permanent Residence/Residence Visa cannot apply, nor can Australian citizens unless holding dual citizenship)
- At least 25 years of age on 1 September in the year of application.
- Enrolled in an NZQA approved education programme that is to be undertaken in NZ
- Have a proven record of academic achievement
- Able to use the scholarship in the year for which it is awarded
- Willing to participate in Soroptimist promotional activities (should they be awarded a scholarship)
Evidence of eligibility must be provided as part of the application process.