Awards: One award of $3000
Open: 1 March to 12 April 2017
Awards advised: Mid-June 2017
Awards made: Mid-July to early August 2017
Purpose of the awards
The Refugee Study Award is for a woman who is studying for a New Zealand tertiary qualification, and who has not been through the New Zealand school system. The awards are a one off grant to help with study and/or living expenses.
Eligibility criteria
To apply for a Refugee Study Award you must meet all the following eligibility criteria:
The applicant is a woman, who:
- Is enrolled in a NZ approved tertiary qualification
- Is studying at diploma or degree (NZQA level 5 or above)
- Is a New Zealand citizen or holds a resident class visa, and lives in New Zealand
- Provides evidence of having arrived in New Zealand as a refugee- ID card or NZ Immigration Service refugee travel document
- Has not previously received a NHWT Award
How to apply for an award
If you are eligible for this award please complete the online application form.