What is the Tūwharetoa Settlement Trust STEM Scholarship?

Every year the Tūwharetoa Settlement Trust makes three $10,000 scholarships available for registered members.  The three scholarships are open to university students in their third year and above studying in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.

The Tūwharetoa Settlement Trust recognises that Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics will play an important part in the future success of Ngāti Tūwharetoa and Aotearoa.  This scholarship is part of Tūwharetoa Settlement Trust’s commitment to promoting and advancing the educational aspirations of Ngāti Tūwharetoa.

When does the application period open?

The 2025 STEM Scholarship application period opens in February and runs through until the end of March.

There are three scholarships available valued at $10,000 each.

The scholarship is open to:

• registered members of the Tūwharetoa Settlement Trust
• who reside in Aotearoa
• in their 3rd year or higher of Full time University study.
• Studying a Science, Technology, Mathematics or Engineering subject

Our Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Scholarship have now reopened for 2026. 

E tipu e rea mō ngā rā o tōu ao.
Grow and thrive for the days of your future.

Applications for Tūwharetoa Education Grants and Scholarships for the 2026 academic year open on 1 February 2026 and close on 31 March 2026.

These grants and scholarships are funded by Tūwharetoa Māori Trust Board (TMTB), Tūwharetoa Settlement Trust (TST), and Ngāti Tūwharetoa Fisheries Charitable Trust (NTFCT), supporting the educational aspirations of Ngāti Tūwharetoa.

To be eligible, applicants must be registered with the relevant trust(s). We encourage all Ngāti Tūwharetoa descendants to ensure their registrations and contact details are up to date across all three entities.

The available grants and scholarships are listed below.

EDUCATION GRANTS

You are eligible to apply if you/your child:

• Is enrolled at an Early Childhood Education centre or Kohanga Reo
• Is a Secondary School student and enrolled in any NCEA subject
• Has Special Needs and is attending school or participating in vocational training

Applicants must provide:

• Confirmation of enrolment, fees and course information from the education provider.
• Previous year’s academic results.
• A verified bank deposit slip or statement.

Early Childhood Education Application

Secondary NCEA (Online Only)

Special Needs Education Grant Application

Tertiary (Online Only)

Click here for more education grant info

Education

He waka eke noa – we are all in this together.

The Trade Training Grant supports Ngāti Tūwharetoa members to gain skills, qualifications, and pathways into employment.

There are 20 grants available, each valued at $1,000.

Eligibility

Applicants must be registered members and enrolled in an NZQA-approved course with one of the following providers:

• University or Whare Wānanga

• Polytechnic or Technical Institute

• Industry Training Organisation (ITO)

• Private Training Establishment (PTE)

Required Documentation

Applicants must provide:

• A recommendation letter from an employer and/or training provider

• Confirmation of enrolment, including fees and course information

• Previous year’s academic results

• A verified bank deposit slip or bank statement

To apply for this grant, please select the application links below.

Trade Training