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Peter Densem Undergraduate Scholarship

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January 23 2022 to March 3 2022
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Up to $7,000 | One year's duration | Three awards

Undergraduate | Full-time

Scholarship search | Peter Densem Undergraduate Scholarship

Peter Densem Undergraduate Scholarship

This scholarship was established in 2017 by Peter Densem from Tauranga marking the year he turned 100. Mr Densem was a teacher and principal and served in World War II as a Fleet Air Arm navigator.

We're looking for talented, high-achieving students who would otherwise struggle to pay for their study.

This is an undergraduate scholarship. You will be enrolled in an undergraduate qualification with a focus on agriculture or horticulture.

When choosing our recipients, we will consider your academic achievements, work ethic and financial need.

Eligibility

You must:

  • be studying full-time
  • be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident
  • have a grade average as outlined in this award's regulations
  • have completed the first year of your programme.

Application checklist

Please include the following with your application:

  • a letter of reference from a current or former employer, a former school staff member, or from a lecturer testifying to your work ethic
  • a personal statement outlining your current financial need and how this scholarship would help you

View the regulations for more details