We wanted to share with you that applications are still open for the 2026 Rural Secondary School Leavers Health Career Scholarships, offered by Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network and Mobile Health Group!

These scholarships aim to support rural rangatahi who are interested in pursuing careers in healthcare, helping to reduce some of the financial barriers associated with beginning tertiary study.

There are six scholarships available, including two scholarships specifically for tauira of Māori and/or Pasifika descent

The scholarships provide financial assistance towards first-year accommodation and essential learning resources for tauira entering medicine, nursing, or allied health studies in 2027.

Applications close on Friday 27 November 2026.

More information and applications can be found here: https://mobilehealth.co.nz/scholarship

We would really appreciate it if you could share the attached poster and scholarship information with your Year 13 tauira, particularly those considering a future in healthcare!

Our hope is to support more rural rangatahi into tertiary healthcare pathways and, ultimately, encourage the next generation of healthcare professionals to return to and serve their rural communities.

Ngā mihi nui for your ongoing tautoko of this kaupapa!

Francesca Grove-Sigal
Kairuruku Mahi Hauora Taiwhenua | Rural Health Careers Coordinator
Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network | NZMedJobs & NZLocums
Mobile: (+64) 21 027 18857
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.htrhn.org.nz