Scholarships in New Zealand

Scholarships to study in New Zealand

New Zealand offers a government–university scholarship for Indian students, and each university has its own awards for international students.

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Bachelor’s & master’s

Scholarships in New Zealand

A summary of each scholarship. Values and dates change every year, so always confirm on the official page before you apply.

New Zealand Excellence Awards (for India)

Bachelor’sMaster’s

Education New Zealand and all eight NZ universities

Value
Partial tuition awards (amounts vary by university)
Who can apply
Indian citizens starting a bachelor’s or master’s at a New Zealand university.
When to apply
Rounds are announced by Education New Zealand; check each university’s page.

Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships

Bachelor’sMaster’s

New Zealand government (MFAT)

Value
Full tuition, living allowance, travel and insurance
Who can apply
Citizens of eligible developing countries, mostly in the Pacific, Asia and Africa. Check your country’s eligibility first.
When to apply
Usually opens in February each year.

University international scholarships

Bachelor’sMaster’s

New Zealand universities

Value
Usually partial tuition awards
Who can apply
All eight universities offer merit-based awards to international students, such as excellence scholarships at Auckland and Wellington.
When to apply
Set by each university.

Last reviewed October 2026. Gradmire is not the awarding body for these scholarships and cannot guarantee an award; the official page always takes precedence.

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  1. Shortlist

    We match your profile, course and destination to the scholarships you are realistically eligible for.

  2. Plan deadlines

    Many scholarship deadlines come before admission deadlines. We build one timeline for both.

  3. Strengthen your application

    Feedback on scholarship essays, personal statements and CVs; the writing stays yours.

  4. References and documents

    Guidance on referees, transcripts and any financial documents the scholarship asks for.

  5. Interviews

    Practice for scholarship interviews, such as Chevening’s.

  6. Plan the rest

    Most scholarships are partial, so we help you plan the remaining funding too.

FAQs

Scholarships in New Zealand: common questions

Are scholarships available for bachelor’s students?

Yes, but fewer than for master’s study. Most bachelor’s funding comes from universities as partial tuition discounts or need-based aid, so apply early and to several universities.

Do scholarships cover everything?

A few fully funded scholarships cover tuition, living costs and travel, but most are partial. Plan for the full cost of study and treat a scholarship as a bonus until it is confirmed.

Can I apply before I have an admission offer?

For some scholarships, yes; others need an offer first. Check each scholarship’s rules on its official page.

Other destinations

Scholarships in other countries

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