New Zealand scholarships for Filipino students

New Zealand offers several scholarships to international students. Particularly, many of the institutions have special scholarships for students from Southeast Asia. But why should you consider a scholarship in New Zealand?

Everything you need to know about scholarships and financial aid in New Zealand

New Zealand boasts a robust education system and is a member of the Lisbon Recognition Convention, ensuring that your degree is recognized in as many as 50 participating nations. While an overseas education can be costly, a scholarship can relieve some of your financial stress.

Common types of international student scholarships in New Zealand

To help you identify the right scholarship, here's an overview of the options offered by various institutions and top universities:

Merit-based scholarships

This scholarship is awarded based on academic, artistic, athletic or other abilities.

Departmental scholarships

Scholarships may be offered to attract and retain talented students in specific fields. The eligibility criteria often entail enrollment in a specific department and academic proficiency in that field.

Research scholarships

Research scholarships are for international students embarking on particular research projects. Some examples include:

• New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships (NZIDRS)

• New Zealand ASEAN Scholarships (NZAS)

Government scholarships

The New Zealand government sponsors these scholarships. The criteria often include academic excellence and the applicants’ potential to contribute to their home country.

How to get a scholarship in New Zealand

Eligibility criteria for international students

Some standard criteria for scholarships in New Zealand are as follows:

• Academic achievement.

• English language proficiency.

• Financial circumstances.

Application process and timeline

The application process and timeline differ between scholarships. During application, our counsellors at IDP will assist with the preparations, ensuring you provide all essential documents to optimize your chances of securing a scholarship to study in New Zealand. Enquire with us to find out more.

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Undergraduate scholarships in New Zealand

• Auckland University of Technology New to AUT Scholarship

• Massey University Progression Scholarship

• Whitireia Community Polytechnic and Wellington Institute of Technology Online Studies Scholarship

• University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship

• University of Otago Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships for International Students UG / PG

• University of Waikato International Excellence Scholarship

Postgraduate scholarships in New Zealand

• Auckland University of Technology New to AUT Scholarship

• University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship

• University of Otago Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships for International Students UG / PG

• University of Waikato International Excellence Scholarship

Victoria University of Wellington ASEAN undergraduate tuition fees scholarship

Eligibility Criteria for Scholarship:

• Be a citizen of an ASEAN country. ASEAN countries are Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam;

• Have an excellent record of academic achievement in their secondary school/university foundation programme studies;

• Eligible to obtain a student visa;

• Produce evidence of achievements or forecast achievements to meet the admission requirements;

• Have met Victoria’s English language requirements for undergraduate study;

• Not have lodged, personally or as dependents, a current application for migration or have been granted residence status in New Zealand.

University of Otago New Zealand ASEAN Scholar Awards

The New Zealand ASEAN Scholar Awards fully fund your tuition fees. The scholarship also includes a fortnightly living allowance, an initial establishment allowance on arrival, medical and travel insurance, travel from and to your home country, home leave or reunion travel for some scholars, and assistance with research and thesis costs for postgraduate research students only.

University of Auckland summer research scholarships

This scholarship is for high-achieving domestic and international students enrolled in a New Zealand or international university who have the potential to succeed in postgraduate study. Scholarship offers will be made in September. You should apply for visas, accommodation and insurance as soon as you receive your scholarship offer.

University of Waikato International Excellence Scholarship

To be eligible, applicants must:

• Be a citizen of a particular country from the regions: North America, Latin America, Europe, East Asia, South Asia, South East Asia, Middle East, and Africa.

• Have met the University of Waikato’s English language requirements for admission;

• Have received a Firm or Conditional Offer of Place from the University of Waikato;

• In the year of tenure, be commencing a full-time program/s of study with a total duration of not less than 12 months at the University of Waikato;

• Be residing in New Zealand for the tenure of the scholarship;

• Not be coming to the University of Waikato via a sponsoring body; and

• Not be coming to the University of Waikato on a Guaranteed Credit Arrangement or through a study abroad or student exchange agreement.

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New Zealand university scholarships

University of Auckland

University of Otago

Whitireia Community Polytechnic and Wellington Institute of Technology

Uni of Waikato

Massey University

Auckland University of Technology

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