Sir Robert Jones’ Refugee Daughters’ Scholarship 2026
RASNZ is proud to be the administrator of the Sir Robert Jones’ Refugee Daughters’ Scholarship
This scholarship assists young women from refugee backgrounds who aspire to complete a university degree, but who may be denied the opportunity because of their circumstances. The purpose of this scholarship is to enable the recipient to graduate from a New Zealand university or polytechnic without the significant student debt faced by many of their peers.
The scholarship can be taken up at any New Zealand University or Polytechnic for degree-level study, however we particularly acknowledge the support of the following universities in match-funding Robert Jones Holdings (RJH) generous contribution:
The scholarship will be open for applications from 20th June – 13th July 2025.
Application Criteria
- Aged 18 – 26 years
- A permanent resident or citizen of New Zealand
- Already studying at a New Zealand university or tertiary institution or have University Entrance
- In financial and/or personal hardship
- Eligible for Student Allowance
Applying for the scholarship
You will need the following documents to support your application:
- An immigration document/letter which confirms your refugee-background status
- Your NZ permanent residency visa OR NZ Citizenship certificate OR NZ Passport
- Your academic records for the past three years
- Confirmation of your Student Allowance entitlement from STUDYLINK
Enquiries should be addressed to: scholarships@rasnz.co.nz
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