Education Grants

Opening Date: 12:00pm, Monday 2 March 2026
Closing Date: 5:00pm, Friday 17 April 2026

Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Mutunga is pleased to announce that applications for our Education Grants are now open.

Whether you are pursuing pre-bachelor certification, tertiary study, or trade training, these grants are here to support your learning journey. From helping nursing students with clinical fees to assisting apprentices and tertiary learners with tools, resources, and tuition, Education Grants aim to ease financial pressures so you can focus on achieving your goals.

To apply for our grants, applicants must be able to whakapapa to Ngāti Mutunga and be registered with Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Mutunga, either in their own name or recorded under their parent(s). While full registration and validation are not required, members aged 18 years and over are encouraged to register in their own name.

To register, download the registration form using the link below, complete it, and either:

• Scan and email it to office@ngatimutunga.iwi.nz, or
• Post it to:

Registrations Officer
Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Mutunga
PO Box 32
Urenui 4349
Taranaki, New Zealand

Grants Available

• Pre-Bachelor/Undergraduate or Trades Grants – Ten (10) certificate/diploma level grants available, valued at $500.00 each. Part-time students will receive funding on a pro-rata basis.
• Bachelor/Undergraduate Grants – Ten (10) with eight (8) bachelor’s degree level grants available, valued at $1,000.00 each and two (2) bachelor’s degree (honours) level grants available, valued at $1,000.00 each. Part-time students will receive funding on a pro-rata basis.
• Graduate/Postgraduate Grants – Two (2) with one (1) graduate/postgraduate diploma level grant available, valued at $2,500.00and one (1) master’s/PhD doctoral level grant available, valued at $2,500.00. Part-time students will receive funding on a pro-rata basis.

*Please note, funding allocations are determined by Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Mutunga, and grants may be awarded in full or in part at their discretion.

Māori Education Trust (MET) Portal Information

All applications must be submitted through the Māori Education Trust (MET) Portal.

• If this is your first time using the MET Portal, you will need to create an account before submitting your application. Please read each section carefully and follow all instructions to ensure your application is complete.
• If you have previously used the MET Portal, make sure Ngāti Mutunga (Taranaki) is listed as one of your iwi in your profile. The Education Grants will appear if it is listed.

Grant Conditions

• Priority is given to first-time applicants each year.
• Funding is available to both full-time and part-time students.
• Part-time students will receive funding on a pro-rata basis.
• Applicants who are eligible for Fees Free study may still apply for this grant.
• Unsuccessful applicants are welcome to re-apply in subsequent years.
• Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted.

Required Documentation

Please ensure you have prepared the following documents prior to starting your application:

• Academic Reference – a letter from your research supervisor for Master’s or PhD applicants, or a simple transcript for other grants.
• Bank Verification – confirmation of your bank account number.
• Enrolment Confirmation – evidence of enrolment from your education or training provider.
• Ngāti Mutunga Registration – evidence of whakapapa to Ngāti Mutunga and registration with TRoNM, either under your own name or recorded under your parent(s). This is the confirmation email you would have received from the Registration Officer when your or your parent’s registration was validated.
• Fees Statement – a statement showing total fees for the year of study.
• Written Statement – a detailed statement explaining why you have chosen your field of study and how your studies can contribute to Ngāti Mutunga.

Please ensure you read and complete all application requirements before submitting your application. Applications that are not fully completed may be considered incomplete.

If you have any questions or queries regarding our education grants, please contact the office by phone on 06 752 3247, or by email at office@ngatimutunga.iwi.nz.