The Lonsdale Scholarships

History

The Lonsdale Scholarships were created by the Will of Herbert Lonsdale, a Jeweller from Christchurch, in 1932. The Scholarships are open to male students who have attended state primary and or secondary schools in Nelson for three years and are intending to enrol in a course of study at University of Canterbury. The Will of Herbert Lonsdale established the committee, which includes the Headmasters of Nelson College and Christchurch Boys’ High School, to decide on the recipients of the awards.

The Scholarship is managed and administered by Public Trust.

The Lonsdale Scholarships is open to male students who meet the following criteria:

• Attended state primary and or secondary schools in Nelson for three years

• Intending to enrol in a course of study at University of Canterbury

• Are enrolling for their first year of study at the University of Canterbury

How to apply

Applications will open in November 2025.