2027 SOTP Bursary $20,660
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
The Ministry of Education's School Onsite Training Programme (SOTP) provides funding for places in school-based Initial Teacher Education programmes like The Teachers' Institute.
In 2027 eligible trainees at TTI will receive a $20,660 bursary to support them while they are participating onsite and completing their teaching qualification.
It is the trainee’s choice whether they use some or all of the bursary towards their tuition fees, living costs and course-related costs.
The full bursary is paid by The Teachers’ Institute directly to trainees at three intervals in the academic year. To note: Every year the bursary amount changes and is determined by the Ministry of Education. ​In 2027, the bursary amount is $20,660.
2027 Fees
$7,910
In 2027, the fees to train with The Teachers’ Institute are $7,910.00.
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​Trainees may choose to pay their tertiary fees out of the $20,660 bursary they will be provided.
Alternatively eligible trainees may choose to cover their tertiary fees with a student loan. For further information on student loans, visit Studylink
Scholarships
You may be eligible for a scholarship to support you financially while you study. Please follow the links below for more information and to see what scholarships are available.
Please note, TeachNZ scholarships can cover the cost of course fees and pay an allowance while you study. However, participants in the SOTP are not eligible to receive both a TeachNZ scholarship and an SOTP bursary.
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*All financial information subject to change