Applications open: 1st July 2026

Applications Close: 31st August 2026

EIT is proud to support local school leavers who are passionate about their community and committed to shaping the future of our region.

We’re looking for students who:

• Are actively involved in their community- through volunteering, church, cultural groups, sport, youth leadership or service
• Are already contributing and keen to keep giving back
• Have a genuine love for their region and a desire to see it thrive
• Show commitment, initiative and community spirit alongside their studies

Requirements:

• You must be a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident
• You must be a school leaver currently enrolled at a secondary school in Hawke’s Bay or Tairāwhiti/Gisborne
• You must meet the degree entry criteria and intend to undertake full-time study at EIT, starting semester one 2027.

If you’re a local school leaver who believes in staying connected, supporting others, and making a difference close to home, this scholarship is for you.