Scholarship Criteria
The Betty Loughhead Soroptimist Scholarship provides financial assistance to women who are studying for a qualification to:
- enter or re-enter the workforce
- change occupation
- seek advancement in their chosen career
Who can apply?
Women who are:
Evidence of eligibility must be provided as part of the application process.
- New Zealand citizens living in New Zealand. Those holding a NZ Resident Visa and those on a student visa are not eligible.
- Enrolled in full-time study or part time study of at least 50% of full-time equivalent in an NZQA approved tertiary education programme that is to be undertaken in NZ.
- Have a proven record of academic achievement
- Able to use the scholarship in the year for which it is awarded.
- Willing to participate in Soroptimist promotional activities (if successful).
Evidence of eligibility must be provided as part of the application process.
