Kupe Leadership Scholarships
The Kupe Leadership Scholarship offers a transformational opportunity of personal development and growth alongside Honours, Masters, or Postgraduate Diploma study, for students who care deeply about Aotearoa New Zealand, want to make an impact and create a brighter future.
Seeded by Canadian donors John and Marcy McCall MacBain, and supported by generous donors here and overseas, the Kupe Leadership Scholarships challenge and inspire passionate young people to reach their potential and create a significant impact in their communities and fields.
The Kupe Leadership Scholarship offers:
- a bespoke leadership programme
- a personal mentor
- a leadership speaker series
- either a stipend of $22,000 or a $10,000 stipend plus on-campus accommodation in 55 Symonds Street
- compulsory tuition fees for Semester One and Two 2025
*Available for full-time study in 2025. See the 2025 regulations for further information.
Learn more about how to apply for the Kupe Leadership Scholarships.
The written application includes personal statements, CV information, an academic and a community reference (referees complete their reference online).
Learn more about our 2024 Kupe Leadership Scholars.
2025 Kupe Leadership Scholarship Applications
Monday 1 July 2024: Applications Now Open
Wednesday 17 July 2024, 12-1pm: Online session to learn more about the Scholarship - register here
Tuesday 6 August 2024, 12-1pm: Online session to learn more about the Scholarship - register here
Tuesday 20 August 2024, 12pm midday: Applications Close
7 October 2024: Online Interview (by invitation to shortlisted applicants)
10 October 2024: In-person Selection Day (by invitation to shortlisted applicants)
November 2024: Scholarship offers sent
Read more about the Kupe Leadership Development Programme here