Scholarships
Who is eligible?
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Arcady Hall entrance scholarships are available for students commencing their first year of study towards an undergraduate degree at the University of Canterbury (UC) in 2025.
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Arcady Hall scholarships may be held in conjunction with other awards, including UC Scholarships.
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Applicants applying for an Arcady Hall scholarship via the UC Accommodation Office must select Arcady Hall as their first preference hall of residence to be eligible for a Hall scholarship
How to apply:
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Applicants may apply for any number of Arcady Hall scholarships via the online form, which will be posted below shortly.
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Online applications will open on 01 August 2024 and will close on 25 September 2024.
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Referee reports should be submitted to the Arcady Hall Communications and Office Coordinator at office@arcadyhall.org.nz by 25 September 2024.
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Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application in early October 2024.
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All scholarships will be awarded as a $2,000 credit toward the recipient’s Arcady Hall accommodation fees.
Bishop Julius Academic Merit Scholarship
$2,000 (3 Available)
Awarded to a student for academic excellence throughout their senior years in High School
The primary selection criterion for these scholarships is academic excellence as a senior high school student, as demonstrated by attainment in NCEA Levels 1 and 2, International Baccalaureate, Cambridge International, or other educational qualifications obtained. Academic potential, passion, and commitment to university-level study, as evidenced by other information provided and the referee’s comments will also be considered.
Awarded to a student for their community contribution throughout their senior years at High School
The primary selection criterion for these Scholarships is community service both in the school environment and in other community-based groups and organisations. As an inclusive Hall that celebrates diversity, the Hall welcomes applications from individuals who have helped to make a positive difference to their chosen community. Applicants should also be of good academic standing.
Churchill Julius and Warwick Sherwood Scholarships
Each one is $2,000
Sadie Penny Scholarship
$2,000
Awarded to a cisgender or transgender female student for academic excellence as a senior high in a STEM subject
The primary selection criterion for this Scholarship is academic excellence during senior high school years in one or more STEM subject(s) such as Science, Environmental Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Product Design, and Digital Humanities. Academic potential and passion for degree-level study in the subject(s), as evidenced by other information provided and the referee’s comments will also be considered.
Awarded to an NZ citizen or permanent resident who is the first member of their immediate family to enroll in a degree-level qualification
This scholarship is to assist a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident who is the first member of their immediate family (including siblings/step-siblings and parents) to attend university and who, because of financial hardship may not otherwise be able to undertake a university degree. The selection criteria are academic merit, motivation to succeed, and demonstrated financial hardship. Applicants are required to provide a declaration indicating that no members of their immediate family have been awarded a university degree level qualification.
Arcady Hall First in Family Scholarship
$2,000 (2 Available)
Arcady Hall Alumni Scholarship
$2,000
Awarded to an NZ citizen or permanent resident who is a direct descendant (e.g. son or daughter/ granddaughter or grandson) of a Bishop Julius (now Arcady) Hall alumnus
The selection criteria for this award are academic achievement of Merit or higher at NCEA level 2, or in an equivalent qualification, and the applicant's community contribution throughout their High School years wither within the school environment, or to another community organisation..