The University of Waikato has opened applications for a range of scholarships for the 2025–2026 academic year, offering opportunities for international students to pursue undergraduate, Master’s, and PhD degrees.
The University of Waikato Scholarships 2025–2026 provide financial support including tuition waivers, stipends, and travel grants for students from India, China, Southeast Asia, Vietnam, and other countries, making it easier for global learners to access quality education in New Zealand.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: University of Waikato
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Country: All countries
- Reward: Tuition Support | Monthly Stipend | Travel Grants
- Deadline: 30 November 2025 | 30 April 2026 | Varies by Award
Scholarship Details
The University of Waikato, one of New Zealand’s top institutions, is offering multiple scholarships for the 2025–2026 academic session to support international students pursuing different academic levels. The university provides a vibrant and inclusive environment for students to thrive and encourages applications from school leavers, postgraduates, PhD candidates, and pathway program students.
Scholarship values go up to NZD$15,000, with a combination of automatic and application-based awards, tailored for students from different regions including India, China, Southeast Asia, and Vietnam. Some awards also include travel and research grants or monthly stipends for PhD students under partnerships like the China Scholarship Council (CSC).
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the University of Waikato Scholarships, applicants must:
- Be international students from any country
- Meet the academic entry requirements of the University of Waikato
- For region-specific scholarships, be a citizen of the targeted country (e.g., India, China, Vietnam)
- Be applying as a new student in most cases
- Meet English language proficiency requirements (if applicable)
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the University of Waikato Scholarships may receive:
- Tuition support up to NZD$15,000
- Monthly stipends (PhD students via CSC partnership)
- Travel and research grants (e.g., Terry Healy Memorial Award)
- No application requirement for some scholarships
- Multiple scholarships available for different nationalities and regions
Available Scholarships
- Vice Chancellor’s International Excellence Scholarship
- Value: Up to NZD$15,000
- Open to students from all countries
- Reviewed monthly
- Application required
- Vice Chancellor’s Scholarships for India, China, Southeast Asia
- Value: Up to NZD$15,000
- Monthly selection
- Deadlines: 30 November (Trimester A), 30 April (Trimester B)
- Terry Healy Memorial Award
- For postgraduate students in Earth Sciences
- Value: NZD$5,000
- Covers degree-related travel
- Deadline: 31 October 2025
- New Zealand Universities Award – Vietnam
- Value: NZD$15,000
- Open to Vietnamese students
- China Scholarship Council (CSC) PhD Scholarship
- For Chinese PhD candidates
- Covers tuition for up to 48 months
- Living expenses covered by CSC
- University of Waikato International Entrance Scholarship for School Leavers
- Value: Up to NZD$15,000
- For new undergraduate students
- No application required
- Deadline: 30 April 2026
Required Documents
Where application is required, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Completed online application form
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- Proof of nationality (passport)
- Statement of purpose or cover letter
- CV or resume
- English proficiency test scores (if applicable)
- Letters of recommendation (for research-based programs)
How to Apply
To apply for the University of Waikato Scholarships:
- Visit the University of Waikato Scholarships Portal
- Browse scholarships based on your nationality and level of study
- For automatic awards, no application is needed
- For application-based awards, register on the portal, fill out the form, and upload required documents
- Submit your application before the stated deadlines
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