University of Waikato Scholarships for International Students in New Zealand

A wide variety of scholarships and awards at the University of Waikato are offered to international students, providing support for tuition fees and living expenses while also recognizing and promoting excellence in academics and research.

Host Country	New Zealand
Host Institute	The University of Waikato
Level	All
Eligible Nationality	International
Closing Date	Up to 31 Dec 2025

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About University of Waikato

Established in 1964, the University of Waikato is a public research university based in Hamilton, New Zealand, with an additional campus in Tauranga. The university is recognized for its leadership in environmental science, freshwater and marine ecology, engineering, and computer science, while also excelling in education, social sciences, and management research. It offers a diverse range of degree programs across disciplines including health, engineering, computer science, management, Māori and Indigenous Studies, arts, psychology, social sciences, and education.

Scholarships for International Students at the University of Waikato

International students have access to a wide range of scholarships at the University of Waikato in New Zealand. These scholarships are categorized based on factors such as region, field of study, and academic excellence. Below are some common scholarship opportunities available for international students at the University of Waikato.

Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship for International Excellence

The Vice-Chancellor’s International Excellence Scholarship is open to new international students enrolling for on-campus study at the University of Waikato in 2024. Valued at up to NZD $15,000, this scholarship recognizes and supports high-achieving students with exceptional academic records.

Scholarship Details:

Value: Up to NZD $15,000 towards tuition fees
Study Level: Undergraduate, Postgraduate (Taught)
Subject Area: All disciplines
Application Deadline: 31 December 2025

For further information and to apply, please visit the official scholarship webpage.

University of Waikato Entrance Scholarship for International School Leavers

The University of Waikato offers the International Entrance Scholarship for School Leavers to support talented onshore international students beginning their undergraduate studies for the first time. This scholarship aims to encourage internationalization and expand educational opportunities. Eligible students are overseas learners currently studying in New Zealand who have completed at least one full year at NCEA Levels 2 and/or 3 (or an equivalent qualification) in a New Zealand high school during the year prior to starting their degree.

This scholarship is automatically awarded to students who meet the entry requirements for study at the University of Waikato—no separate application is required.

Scholarship Details:

Value: Up to NZD $15,000 towards tuition fees
Study Level: School leavers, Undergraduate
Subject Area: All disciplines
Closing Date: Applications for the 2025 scholarship are open year-round

For full details, please visit the official scholarship webpage.

University of Waikato Bursary for International Progression

The University of Waikato International Progression Bursary, introduced in 2022, supports international students moving from undergraduate to postgraduate studies at the university. This bursary is awarded automatically—no application is required.

Bursary Details:

Value: Up to NZD $10,000
Study Level: Postgraduate (Taught) and Postgraduate (Research)
Subject Area: All disciplines
Closing Date: No deadline (applications accepted year-round)

For more information, please visit the official webpage.

Michael Baldwin Scholarship (Memorial Award)

The Michael Baldwin Memorial Scholarship is available to nationals of South Pacific countries (excluding Australia and New Zealand) who can demonstrate financial need to support their studies. Applicants must be enrolled, or intending to enroll, in a recognized full-time study program. The scholarship provides financial assistance of up to $10,000.

Scholarship Details:

Value: Up to $10,000
Study Level: All levels
Subject Area: Any field
Closing Date: 15 November 2024

For further information, please visit the official webpage.

University of Waikato Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence Scholarship for Indian Students

The Vice-Chancellor’s International Excellence Scholarship for India is designed to support high-achieving Indian students beginning their undergraduate or postgraduate studies at the University of Waikato for the first time. Valued at up to NZD $15,000, this scholarship is awarded to outstanding candidates with excellent academic records.

Scholarship Details:

Value: Up to NZD $15,000 towards tuition fees
Study Level: Undergraduate, Postgraduate (Taught & Research)
Subject Area: All disciplines
Closing Date: 31 December 2025

For more information, please visit the official scholarship webpage.

University of Waikato Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence Scholarship for South-East Asian Students

The Vice-Chancellor’s International Excellence Scholarship for South-East Asia provides financial support to outstanding students beginning their studies at the University of Waikato. The scholarship is awarded as a tuition fee credit in New Zealand dollars—valued at up to NZD $15,000 for undergraduate programs and up to NZD $10,000 for postgraduate studies. It recognizes exceptional academic achievement, and recipients may also be invited to act as global ambassadors for the university.

Scholarship Details:

Value: Up to NZD $15,000 (Undergraduate) | Up to NZD $10,000 (Postgraduate)
Study Level: Undergraduate, Postgraduate (Taught & Research)
Subject Areas: Arts, Business & Management, Computer Science, Mathematics, Education, Health, Engineering, Law, Māori & Indigenous Studies, Science, Social Sciences
Closing Date: 31 December 2025

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