Freemasons University Scholarships
BACKGROUND
The are to assist able students who are active in their community, to complete their university education in their chosen field. This year eight Postgraduate Scholarships of $10,000 each and 20 University Scholarships of $6,000 each will be offered to students attending these universities: Auckland, AUT, Waikato, Massey, Victoria, Canterbury, Lincoln, and Otago.
Successful scholars are expected to use their scholarship to defray expenses related to their attendance at University.
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CRITERIA
Applicants for the scholarships must:
a) Have a good academic record; and
b) Be a New 麻豆传媒高清 citizen or hold Permanent New 麻豆传媒高清 residency; and
c) Demonstrate good citizenship; and
d) Show leadership potential; and
e) Have proven community commitment.
The Scholarships will be awarded without regard to gender, ethnic background, creed or age. Family association with Freemasonry is not a criterion for the award of a scholarship. However, Freemasons have a tradition of caring for their community and will assist those who contribute back to the community.
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SELECTION
A Selection Committee is appointed in each university district. The Committee invites short-listed candidates for an interview in February or March. If selected you must attend to progress with the application. All applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application by听mid-April. The Committee will have regard not only to the academic ability of the candidates and to referees' reports, but also to their character and citizenship, and will look for evidence of involvement in the cultural and/or sporting life of the community or campus.
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APPLICATIONS
Application forms are available only on the听. Freemasons Scholarships are available to students who are enrolled at one of the eight participating universities:听Auckland, Auckland University of Technology (AUT), Waikato, Massey, Victoria, Canterbury, Lincoln, and Otago.
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