New Zealand's most useful policy for international students is that doctoral candidates generally pay domestic tuition rates, which makes self-funded or partially funded doctoral study far more achievable here than in comparable destinations.
Massey University
Doctoral scholarship supporting high-achieving candidates enrolling in eligible doctoral programmes at Massey University.
University of Auckland
Accommodation scholarship supporting New Zealand citizens or permanent residents entering first-year undergraduate study at the University of Auckland.
University of Auckland
Entry-level music scholarship for domestic and international students commencing full-time undergraduate Music study at the University of Auckland.
University of Auckland
Scholarship supporting a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident entering first-year Chemical Sciences or Physics study at the University of Auckland after attending a high Equity Index secondary school or kura.
University of Auckland
Architecture scholarship supporting a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident enrolling in the first year of a Bachelor of Architectural Studies at the University of Auckland.
University of Auckland
Postgraduate scholarship supporting PhD study in Optometry at the University of Auckland.
Massey University
Grant supporting domestic undergraduate students in New Zealand who are preparing for work in aged care through eligible health and care-related study.
Massey University
Scholarship supporting former refugees and children of former refugees in health-related education and training in New Zealand.
Massey University
Postgraduate scholarship supporting research on ageing and its effects on individuals and society.
Massey University
Freemasons-funded scholarship for students with strong academics, leadership potential, good citizenship, and community commitment.
Massey University
Scholarship supporting high-achieving Massey University veterinary students who also demonstrate community involvement and good citizenship.
Massey University
Scholarship supporting women in New Zealand tertiary STEM study, including postgraduate and doctoral study.
Massey University
Scholarship supporting students from the Whakatane area who intend to train as teachers, with emphasis on social science subjects.
Massey University
Agricultural scholarship supporting an eligible full-time undergraduate student, with a summer work opportunity noted by Massey University.
University of Otago
Scholarship supporting eligible Pacific students preparing for the University of Otago PHSI 191 Biological Physics paper and Health Sciences First Year through the JumpSTART Physics programme and associated academic support.
University of Waikato
Scholarship for University of Waikato students entering the final year of an undergraduate degree in management and/or science-related majors.
University of Waikato
Scholarship for University of Waikato students in Marine Science, Environmental Science, or Ecology and Biodiversity who have completed at least two years of undergraduate study.
University of Waikato
Scholarship for students eligible for admission to the Master of Laws at Te Piringa - Faculty of Law.
University of Waikato
Scholarship for students aged 25 or older living in Tauranga City or Western Bay of Plenty District and studying at the University of Waikato Tauranga campus.
University of Waikato
Accommodation support scholarship for eligible previous D.V. Bryant Trust University of Waikato scholarship recipients continuing undergraduate study.
University of Waikato
Scholarship for citizens of South Pacific nations other than New Zealand and Australia who need financial support to study full-time at the University of Waikato.
University of Waikato
Financial assistance for adult learners aged 40 or over living in the Bay of Plenty and studying at the University of Waikato Tauranga Campus.
University of Waikato
Scholarship supporting eligible University of Waikato Music students in later undergraduate study or first-year Master of Music study.
University of Waikato
Scholarship supporting eligible students studying a Bachelor of Business with a major in Agribusiness.
University of Waikato
Scholarship supporting University of Waikato alumni aged 25 or older returning to study.
University of Waikato
Scholarship for students enrolling in taught postgraduate study at 500-level or above at the University of Waikato.
University of Auckland
University of Auckland scholarship supporting a final-year MBChB student undertaking an elective in the United States, with an interest in infectious diseases or clinical microbiology.
University of Auckland
University of Auckland award supporting eligible New Zealand citizens or permanent residents undertaking full-time performing arts study.
University of Auckland
The University of Auckland Faculty of Science Student Support Award assists domestic and international undergraduate or postgraduate Science students experiencing financial hardship. Round 2 is open now, with awards worth up to NZ$2,500 each for one year.
Massey University
The Massey University Foundation Peer Scholar Award selects twelve scholarship holders to serve as ambassadors and leaders in the Scholars Massey programme. Recipients receive NZ$6,000 for one year and participate in leadership, strengths training and peer-support development.
Massey University
The Massey University Pacific Scholarship for Undergraduate Studies supports Pacific students entering their second or third year of undergraduate study. The one-year award is worth NZ$4,000, with typically six scholarships available.
University of Otago
Automatic NZ$15,000 tuition scholarship for students holding passports from designated countries who enter specified full-time on-campus taught Master's programmes at Otago.
Auckland University of Technology
A tuition scholarship for new full-fee international students commencing eligible AUT Business professional master's programmes in the V3 2026 intake.
Massey University
A tuition scholarship for new international students entering selected College of Creative Arts master's degrees at Massey University in February 2027.
Massey University
A research-cost scholarship for New Zealand citizens or permanent residents undertaking a master's research course in agricultural or land-use policy relevant to New Zealand.
Massey University
A one-year fellowship for experienced New Zealand or Australian business professionals enrolling in Massey's MBA or EMBA, including a substantial grant and supported industry engagement in Australia.
University of Waikato
Research-master's scholarship of up to NZD 15,000 for students undertaking a 90- or 120-point 500-level thesis as part of their first master's degree.
University of Auckland
Tuition-fee scholarship for new international students from ASEAN countries enrolling full-time in undergraduate or eligible postgraduate study. This record covers the undergraduate route.
University of Auckland
Tuition-fee scholarship for new international students from India enrolling full-time in an undergraduate degree, postgraduate diploma or masters programme. This record covers the undergraduate route.
University of Auckland
One-year tuition scholarship for international students who attended a New Zealand secondary school or kura and are commencing the first year of an undergraduate degree at the University of Auckland.
University of Canterbury
NZ$15,000 one-year tuition scholarship for high-achieving international students who completed a university entrance qualification overseas or through UC International College and will begin undergraduate study at UC.
Lincoln University
Lady Isaac Scholarship in Nature Conservation at Lincoln University.
Lincoln University
China Scholarship Council (CSC) PhD Scholarship at Lincoln University.
Lincoln University
E. P. Parcell Memorial Scholarship at Lincoln University.
Massey University
NZ GAV Trust – Euan Frizzell Bursary at Massey University.
Lincoln University
Bragato Undergraduate Award at Lincoln University.
Lincoln University
Bragato Postgraduate Scholarship at Lincoln University.
University of Canterbury
Tan Sri Datuk Oh Siew Nam Malaysian Scholarship at University of Canterbury.
Massey University
Clem Hill Memorial Scholarship at Massey University.
Massey University
Charles Elgar Scholarship at Massey University.
Massey University
Hunterville Vet Club Veterinary Scholarship at Massey University.
Massey University
International Creative Excellence Undergraduate Scholarship at Massey University.
Massey University
McEwan Pacific Student Scholarship at Massey University.
Massey University
Murray Richards Bursary at Massey University.
Massey University
Allan Kay Undergraduate Memorial Scholarship at Massey University.
Massey University
Massey Ventures Master's Enterprise Bursary at Massey University.
Massey University
Roger Marshall Scholarship at Massey University.
Massey University
William Broughton Bursary in New Zealand Literary Studies at Massey University.
Massey University
Royal Society Te Apārangi Manawatū Branch Bursary at Massey University.
Massey University
Hugh MacDiarmid Memorial Bursaries at Massey University.
Massey University
Punchbowl Undergraduate Scholarship at Massey University.
Massey University
Massey University Master's Research Scholarship Semester Two at Massey University.
No upcoming cycle has been confirmed yet. Records move here as soon as a provider announces the next round.
University doctoral scholarships typically pay a tax-free annual stipend plus domestic-rate tuition. Government development scholarships add travel, establishment and medical insurance components. Master's funding is mostly partial and merit-based.
University doctoral scholarship rounds usually run three times a year with rolling assessment. Government development scholarship deadlines are set per country and are typically annual.
Secure supervisor agreement before submitting a doctoral scholarship application.
Confirm that your enrolment qualifies for the domestic doctoral tuition rate.
For development awards, apply through the route specified for your own country.
Check whether medical insurance is included, as it is a visa condition.
In most cases yes, provided you are enrolled full-time and on-campus in a doctoral programme. Conditions apply per university, so confirm on the official source before relying on it.
They exist but are limited, mostly through government development programmes. University master's awards are more commonly partial tuition contributions.
Editorial content last updated 27 July 2026. Opportunity records show their own verification date. How records are verified
