Education Grants

Education grants are available to support students undertaking Tertiary study at an NZQA approved Institution (or overseas equivalent) in their second or subsequent year.  Applicants must be able to show they are a current shareholder or a descendant of a current shareholder.

Notes for Applicants

1. Only shareholders, or their children, grandchildren, or great grandchildren (or beneficiaries under a Whanau Trust which is a shareholder) are eligible for an education grant.

2. Students attending free courses are not eligible to apply.

3. Applicants must be enrolled at an NZQA approved (or overseas equivalent) tertiary education institution in their second or subsequent year of study (including Post-graduate, Masters and Doctorate).

4. A New Zealand bank deposit slip/verification of bank account must be attached.

5. A copy of applicants Identification must be attached (e.g. Drivers’ License, Passport)

6. Confirmation of Enrolment: The application form must be accompanied by a letter or certificate from your educational institution that confirms and clearly outlines your enrolment. It must include:

a)        The name of the Institution (preferably on letterhead)

b)        Name of the student

c)         Name of the program of study being undertaken, clearly showing enrolled papers.

d)        Year of study

e)        Full time or Part time study status

f)          Signed and dated by the Registrar or Head of Department.

7. Academic Record: Please include a copy of your results/academic record for each year of study.

8. Receipt: Please provide confirmation that your course fees for the year have been paid. A Letter of Entitlement/Loan Drawdown from Study Link is acceptable. If applicable, provide eligibility confirmation of first year Fees Free Study. Note: An invoice is not a receipt.

Download the Whakapapa form here.