SIX60 Scholarship 2026 in New Zealand

The SIX60 Scholarship is a scholarship established in 2021 by the University of Otago and the band SIX60. It offers students with an interest in music and performing arts a rent rebate to flat at 660 Castle Street, the iconic home of SIX60.

The scholarship provides a NZ$10,000 rent rebate. It also includes access to a University of Otago recording studio and interaction and mentoring opportunities from the members of SIX60.

Four SIX60 Scholarships are offered each year.

The closing date for the SIX60 Scholarship is 31 July.

Applicants must be studying or intending to study at the University of Otago in the second or third year of an undergraduate degree in music or performing arts, or related subjects such as commercial law with an interest in the music industry. They must also have a track record in music creation or production and a minimum B- average (4.0 GPA).

The scholarship covers a NZ$10,000 rent rebate for accommodation at 660 Castle Street. It also provides access to a recording studio and mentoring from SIX60 members.

To apply, you need to download the Six60 Scholarship Application Form and the Six60 Scholarship Regulations from the University of Otago website, then submit the completed application by the closing date.

660 Castle Street is the iconic former home of the band SIX60. It is a popular flat with students and a tourist attraction for fans. The property is owned by members of SIX60 and leased to the University of Otago for student accommodation.

Yes, you can apply if you are studying related subjects such as commercial law and management with an interest in entering the music industry, or if you have an existing track record in creating and recording music or in music production.

Applicants must have achieved academic progress in their area of study with a minimum level of B minus average for completed papers, which is equivalent to a 4.0 GPA.