NMIT is proud to offer a range of scholarships for 2022
Applications are open now.
Scholarships
Scholarships are a great way to help reduce your study costs.
NMIT is proud to provide and partner with local industry partners on scholarships for new and current students.
Need help completing your scholarship application? Please refer to the NMIT scholarship guidelines [PDF, 71 KB] for more information.
Degree scholarships l Aquaculture l Art and Design | Aviation | Business l Construction l Hospitality l Nursing | Viticulture | Māori l Pasifika l Partnership scholarships
NMIT Scholarships
NMIT Degree Scholarship
Value: Maximum value of $6,500 towards first-year programme fees only. If eligible for fees-free then the fees will be applied to the second year of study.
Eligibility: Any degree programme offered by NMIT (excluding AUT Bachelor in Sports and Recreation). The full-time study only. Find full criteria and eligibility in the terms of reference [PDF, 82 KB].
Closing date: 5pm, 11 February 2022
Aquaculture
New Zealand King Salmon Scholarship - Aquaculture first year
Value: 50% reduction towards programme fees in the NMIT Bachelor of Aquaculture and Marine Conservation.
Eligibility: Applicants must be fully enrolled on the NMIT Bachelor of Aquaculture and Marine Conservation. View terms of reference [PDF, 98 KB].
Closing date: 5pm, 11 February 2022
Art and Design
Toss Woollaston
Value: A payment to the maximum value of $1,000 towards programme fees.
Eligibility: Applicants must be fully enrolled on a full-time Art and Design programme at NMIT. View terms of reference [PDF, 95 KB].
Closing date: 5pm, 11 February 2022
Aviation
New Zealand Aviation Federation
Value: The New Zealand Aviation Federation (NZAF) offers one scholarship to the value of $8,000.
Eligibility: Applications are invited from females who are fully enrolled on the NMIT NZ Certificate in Aeronautical Engineering L4 at the Woodbourne campus. View terms of reference [PDF, 80 KB].
Closing date: 5pm, 21 March 2022
The Airbus Miles Hunter Scholarship
Value: Airbus offers one scholarship up to the value of $1000 to one student enrolled in year two of the NMIT Certificate in Aeronautical Maintenance Engineering in 2022 towards course fees.
Eligibility: Applications are invited from students enrolled in their 2nd year of the NMIT Certificate in Aeronautical Maintenance Engineering in 2022. View terms of reference [PDF, 241 KB].
Closing date: 5pm, 21 March 2022
Business
Johnston Associates - Business Scholarship
Value: A payment of $5,000 towards one year of study in the NMIT Bachelor of Commerce.
Eligibility: Applicants must be fully enrolled on the NMIT Bachelor of Commerce. View terms of reference [PDF, 74 KB].
Closing date: 5pm, 11 February 2022
Construction
Nelson Pine Industries Limited - Construction Scholarship
Value: A payment of $1,000 towards course-related costs for the NMIT New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade skills.
Eligibility: Applicants must be fully enrolled on the NMIT Pre-Trade New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade skills. View terms of reference. [PDF, 76 KB]
Closing date: 5pm, 11 February 2022
Mitre 10 MEGA Nelson Scholarship
Value: Two scholarships, up to the value of $1000 each, are offered for programme related tools and equipment.
Eligibility: Applicants must be fully enrolled on the New Zealand Certificate Trade Skills - Carpentry Strand. View terms of reference. [PDF, 187 KB]
Closing date: 5pm, 21 March 2022
Hospitality
New Zealand King Salmon - Hospitality Scholarship
Value: A payment to the maximum value of $1,000 towards course costs and equipment.
Eligibility: Applicants must be fully enrolled on the NMIT Certificate in Culinary Arts (Level 4). View terms of reference [PDF, 83 KB].
Closing date: 5pm, 11 February 2022
NMIT Code Purple Scholarship
Value: A payment to the maximum value of $1,000 towards course costs and equipment.
Eligibility: Applicants must be fully enrolled on the NMIT Certificate in Culinary Arts (Level 4). View terms of reference [PDF, 68 KB].
Closing date: 5pm, 11 February 2022
Nursing
Pacific Health Scholarships
Value: A payment of up to $5,000 towards NMIT programme fees.
Eligibility: Applicants must be fully enrolled and studying on the Bachelor of Nursing programme at NMIT in 2022. See more information here.(external link)
Closing date: 5pm, 7 February 2022
Viticulture
Constellation Brands – Second-Year Scholarship
Value: A payment to the maximum value of $2,500 towards programme fees.
Eligibility: Applications are invited from 2nd-year students enrolled in the NMIT Bachelor of Viticulture and Winemaking 2022. View terms of reference [PDF, 217 KB].
Closing date: 5pm, 11 February 2022
Constellation Brands – Third-Year Scholarship
Value: A payment to the maximum value of $2,500 towards programme fees.
Eligibility: Applications are invited from 2nd-year students enrolled in the NMIT Bachelor of Viticulture and Winemaking 2022. View terms of reference [PDF, 217 KB].
Closing date: 5pm, 11 February 2022
Wine Marlborough
Value: A payment to the maximum value of $1,500 towards programme fees.
Eligibility: Applications are invited from 2nd or 3rd-year students enrolled in the NMIT Bachelor of Viticulture and Winemaking 2022. View terms of reference [PDF, 188 KB].
Closing date: 5pm, 11 February 2022
Zonta Club of Marlborough Scholarship
Value: A payment to the maximum value of $1,000 towards programme fees or course-related costs
Eligibility: Applications are invited from women enrolled on a full-time programme or a Career-related part-time programme at the Marlborough Campus and meet the specific entry requirements. View terms of reference [PDF, 104 KB].
Closing date: 5pm, 11 February 2022
Nelson Soroptimist Education Trust Scholarships
Value: The Nelson Soroptimist Education Trust offers up to 20 awards and scholarships to women and girls each year. The scholarships are worth up to $1,500 each for students enrolled in full time or part-time tertiary study including apprenticeships.
Eligibility: Applicants must be fully enrolled in full time or part-time tertiary study including apprenticeships and have shown that their intended course of study will improve their financial hardship in the undertaking, continuing tertiary study.
Closing date: 5pm, 31 January 2022
Soroptimists International of Waimea
Value: The Soroptimist International of Waimea - $3,000 Education Grant is available to women aged 25 and over residing in the Nelson/Tasman area while undertaking full-time tertiary study in the 2022 academic year.
Eligibility: Applicants are invited from women aged 25 and over, residing in the Nelson/Tasman area while undertaking full-time tertiary study in the 2022 academic year
Closing date: 5pm, 9 February 2022
Scholarships for Māori learners
Te Puna Manaaki (Māori learner Support Services)(external link) is available to assist you with your scholarship application. Our experienced staff offer one-to-one advice and support sessions, tutorials, study wānanga, and a range of workshops to help you achieve your study goals. We are located within Te Toki Pakohe, our space includes whānau rooms with computer facilities, study areas, kitchen facilities, and space to meet with peers or tuākana.
Contact us to discuss your study plans.
Te Ātiawa Scholarship
Value: A payment of $1,000 towards NMIT programme fees.
Eligibility: Applicants must be fully enrolled on a full or part-time programme at NMIT starting in 2022. View terms of reference [PDF, 89 KB].
Closing date: 5pm, 11 February 2022
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Ngāti Apa ki te Rā Tō Scholarship
Value: A payment of $1,000 towards NMIT programme fees.
Eligibility: Applicants must be fully enrolled on a full or part-time programme at NMIT starting in 2022. View terms of reference [PDF, 134 KB].
Closing date: 5pm, 11 February 2022
Ngāti Koata Scholarship
Value: A payment of $1,000 towards NMIT programme fees.
Eligibility: Applicants must be fully enrolled on a full or part-time programme at NMIT starting in 2022. View terms of reference [PDF, 86 KB].
Closing date: 5pm, 11 February 2022
Ngāti Kuia Scholarship
Value: A payment of $1,000 towards NMIT programme fees.
Eligibility: Applicants must be fully enrolled on a full or part-time programme at NMIT starting in 2022. View terms of reference [PDF, 85 KB].
Closing date: 5pm, 11 February 2022
Ngāti Tama ki Te Tauihu Scholarship
Value: A payment of $1,000 towards NMIT programme fees.
Eligibility: Applicants must be fully enrolled on a full or part-time programme at NMIT starting in 2022. View terms of reference [PDF, 92 KB].
Closing date: 5pm, 11 February 2022
Ngāti Toa Rangatira Scholarship
Value: A payment of $1,000 towards NMIT programme fees.
Eligibility: Applicants must be fully enrolled on a full or part-time programme at NMIT starting in 2022. View terms of reference [PDF, 88 KB].
Closing date: 5pm, 11 February 2022
Rangitāne o Wairau Scholarship
Value: A payment of $1,000 towards NMIT programme fees.
Eligibility: Applicants must be fully enrolled on a full or part-time programme at NMIT starting in 2022. View terms of reference [PDF, 91 KB].
Closing date: 5pm, 11 February 2022
Ngāti Rārua Scholarship
Value: A payment of $1,000 towards NMIT programme fees.
Eligibility Applicants must be fully enrolled on a full or part-time programme at NMIT starting in 2022. View terms of reference [PDF, 89 KB].
Closing date: 5pm, 11 February 2022
2022 Ngārimu Scholarships
In 2022, the Ngarimu VC and 28th (Māori) Battalion Scholarship Fund Board has three Vocational Education and Training scholarships available, each valued at $10,000 for the study of a minimum of 120 credits.
Applicants must be enrolled in a Certificate or Diploma at Levels 5 to 7 non-degree that is a minimum of 120 credits.
For full details visit the Ministry of Education's website.(external link)
Te Pae Tawhiti Kaimoana Enhancement Scholarship
This scholarship is designed for Māori who have a desire to contribute to the enhancement of the Māori kaimoana industry. View the scholarship brochure here [PDF, 1.4 MB] and apply online(external link).
Closing date: 5pm, 25 March 2022
Māori Education Trust 2022 Tertiary Scholarships
Value: A variety of scholarships are available to Māori students enrolled in Tertiary Education in 2022.
Eligibility: Applicants must be fully enrolled on a full or part-time programme at NMIT starting in 2022. View terms of reference [PDF, 583 KB].
Closing date: 31 March 2022, 4.30pm
Scholarships for Pasifika learners
Nelson Tasman Pasifika Scholarship
Value: A payment of $1,000 towards NMIT programme fees.
Eligibility: Applicants must be fully enrolled on a full or part-time programme at NMIT starting in 2022. View terms of reference [PDF, 79 KB].
Closing date: 5pm, 11 February 2022
Pacific Health Scholarships
Value: A payment of up to $5,000 towards NMIT programme fees.
Eligibility: Applicants must be fully enrolled and studying on the Bachelor of Nursing programme at NMIT in 2022. See more information here.(external link)
Closing date: 5pm, 7 February 2022
Partnership Scholarships
Kono Ahumahi Scholarship
Thinking of a career in the primary industries? The Kono Ahumahi scholarship is a partnership between Wakatū Incorporation and the Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT).
The scholarship is aimed at those studying or thinking of studying at NMIT for a career in the aquaculture, horticulture, viticulture and food sectors, or supporting industries such as engineering, automotive engineering, and logistics.
The scholarship covers two-thirds of the student’s annual NMIT fees, up to a maximum of three years. The successful applicant will also be supported through mentoring.
To be eligible, you must be of Māori descent and planning full-time study at NMIT. Priority will be given to applicants with a whakapapa connection to Wakatū Incorporation.
For further information and application forms, contact Hoani Takao.
