Applications for the CLNZ | NZSA Secondary School Leavers Scholarship are now open. This inaugural initiative offers five grants of $2,000 each, split between the successful student and their school; to support the next generation of Aotearoa New Zealand writers as they transition to tertiary study.
The scholarship targets Year 12 and 13 students planning to enrol in a Level 5 or above arts degree in 2027. To apply, students must be nominated by their school (up to two candidates per school) and submit an original short story or work of fiction between 500 and 2,000 words.
Applications open Friday May 1st, and close Wednesday July 1st
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