SCHOLARSHIPS FOR STUDYING IN NEW ZEALAND

Thứ Sáu - 26/12/2025

New Zealand offers a wide range of scholarships for international students at all levels, from secondary school to undergraduate and postgraduate studies. These scholarships are provided by the New Zealand Government and educational institutions to recognise academic excellence, support student development, and help reduce tuition costs while studying in a world-class education system.

I. GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIPS

1. Government scholarships for Secondary school Level 2025

NZSS – New Zealand Schools Scholarship

• Value: 50% of the first-year tuition fee.
• Eligibility requirements: Vietnamese students in Grades 8, 9, or 10 with:
  • GPA ≥ 8.0 or equivalent achievement under other grading systems;
  • IELTS ≥ 5.0 (or PTE Academic 36 / TOEFL iBT 40 / Duolingo 85, or other equivalent English proficiency certificates);
  • A 1.5-minute video explaining why the student deserves the scholarship, including: Self-introduction, Skills the student wishes to develop or improve while studying in New Zealand, How New Zealand’s education system will prepare the student for the future, Why the student is a suitable candidate for the NZSS scholarship, How the student will adapt to the new learning environment.

2. Government scholarships for Undergraduate Level 2025

NZUA – New Zealand Universities Awards

45 scholarships, each worth NZD 15.000. Applicable for February 2026 intake. Available for study at one of the 8 public universities in New Zealand:

• University of Auckland (UOA)
• Auckland University of Technology (AUT)
• Massey University (MU)
• University of Waikato (UOW)
• Victoria University of Wellington (VUW)
• University of Canterbury (UC)
• Lincoln University (LU)
• University of Otago (UOO)

The application period is expected to open in May 2025, applicable for the February 2026 intake.

3. Government scholarships for Postgraduate Level [Updating 2025]

Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships Programme

• Includes 25 fully funded postgraduate scholarships (Master’s and PhD) for candidates from ALL FIELDS AND DISCIPLINES nationwide.
• Priority will be given to New Zealand’s strength areas and Vietnamese Government priority sectors, such as: Climate change and resilience, Agriculture, Disaster risk management, Renewable energy, Public administration, Public policy, etc.

See full scholarship details here.

II. INSTITUTIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS

UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS

1. The University of Auckland (Auckland)

General University Scholarships

• NZD 10,000 – ASEAN High Achievers Scholarship (Bachelor, Postgraduate Diploma, Master’s);
• NZD 10,000 – International Student Excellence Scholarship (Bachelor, Postgraduate Diploma, Master’s);
• NZD 10,000 – International School Leaver Scholarship (for international students completing high school in New Zealand and progressing to Bachelor’s at UOA);
• Fully funded PhD Scholarship – Doctoral Scholarship.

Faculty-Specific Scholarships

Faculty of Business and Economics:

• 100% tuition fee scholarship for Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Property, or double degrees – Dean’s Asia Scholarship in the Faculty of Business and Economics;
• Up to NZD 32,000 for Business Master’s programmes – International Business Masters Scholarship.

Faculty of Arts:

• NZD 10,000 – 15,000 for postgraduate programmes – Faculty of Arts Subdoctoral Postgraduate Scholarship.

Faculty of Engineering:

• NZD 16,000 per year (up to 4 years) – Thanh Cao-Dac Postgraduate Engineering Award.

Faculty of Creative Arts and Industries:

• Up to NZD 15,000 for Master’s programmes – Faculty of Creative Arts and Industries International Student Masters Award;
• Up to NZD 30,000 (NZD 15,000/year) for Master of Architecture (Professional) – Murray Wren Masters Scholarship.

Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences:

• Up to NZD 20,000/year (up to 2 years) for selected Master’s programmes – School of Medical Sciences International Masters Scholarship;
• NZD 15,000 – Master of Health Leadership – International Student Scholarships.

Faculty of Education and Social Work:

• NZD 7,000 – Faculty of Education and Social Work Postgraduate International Student Scholarship;

Pathway Programmes at UP International College New Zealand

• NZD 5,000 – Pathways Link programme;
• NZD 5,000 – Foundation programme;
• NZD 5,000 – For top 2 students each semester completing Foundation and progressing to Bachelor’s at UOA.

2. Auckland University of Technology (AUT)

Details:
https://www.aut.ac.nz/study/fees-and-scholarships/scholarships-and-awards-at-aut/international-scholarships

• International Scholarship – Southeast Asia:
  • NZD 5,000 for Year 1 of Bachelor’s programmes
  • NZD 7,000 for Year 1 of Master’s programmes
• AUT International Scholarships – School of Business: NZD 5,000 – 10,000 for Bachelor’s programmes;
• AUT International Scholarships – Faculty of Culture and Society:
  • NZD 5,000 (Bachelor’s – Year 1)
  • NZD 7,000 (Master’s – Year 1)
• AUT International Scholarships – Faculty of Design and Creative Technologies:
  • NZD 5,000 (Bachelor’s – Year 1)
  • NZD 7,000 (Master’s – Year 1)
• AUT International Scholarships – Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences:
  • NZD 5,000 (Bachelor’s – Year 1)
  • NZD 7,000 (Master’s – Year 1)
• New Zealand AUT-NCUK Scholarships: 2 scholarships worth NZD 10,000 for students who have completed NCUK programmes (International Foundation Year, International Year One, or Pre-Master’s Programme) and continue their studies at AUT (minimum 120 credits, undergraduate level or higher, excluding doctoral programmes).
• UP International College New Zealand – Pathway Scholarships
  • NZD 5,000 – Pathways Link Programme;
  • NZD 5,000 – Foundation Programme;
  • NZD 5,000 – For students completing Foundation Programme with Top 2 academic results each semester and progressing to Bachelor’s programmes at AUT.

3. Lincoln University (Lincoln – Canterbury)

• International Taught Master Merit Scholarships: Value: NZD 7,000 – 10,000, for students enrolling in 180-credit taught Master’s programmes. Requirement: Minimum B+ GPA in the final year of undergraduate studies.
  • NZD 10,000 scholarships for the following Master’s programmes: Master of Business (Global Management and Marketing), Master of Business (Finance), Master of Professional Accounting (CPA), Master of Sport and Recreation Management, Master of Tourism Management, Master of Management in Agribusiness, Master of Management in Agricultural Systems, Master of Fintech and Investment Management (subject to approval).
  • NZD 7,000 scholarships for the following Master’s programmes: Master of Applied Computing, Master of Environmental Policy & Management, Master of Pest Management, Master of Science in Food Innovation, Master of Wine and Viticulture.
• Lincoln University International School Leaver Scholarship: NZD 10,000 for Bachelor’s programmes. Application deadlines: 31 January for Semester 1, 30 June for Semester 2, 31 October for Summer School intake;
• Lincoln University International Undergraduate Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship: NZD 5,000;
• Lincoln University International Undergraduate Scholarship: NZD 3,000;
• Lincoln University International Pathway Merit Scholarship: NZD 2,500 for Certificate and Diploma programmes;
• English for Further Study Award: Tuition fee reduction for students who complete at least 12 weeks of Academic English (EAP) before progressing to a main programme.

4. Massey University (Auckland, Wellington, Palmerston North)

• Toroa Scholarship: NZD 5,000 for Bachelor’s and postgraduate programmes;
• International Creative Excellence Scholarship:
  • NZD 10,000 for Bachelor’s programmes;
  • NZD 5,000 for postgraduate programmes;
• Massey Business School Promising Student Assistance Bursary: up to NZD 2,000 for Bachelor’s and taught Master’s programmes;
• Doctoral Scholarship: NZD 90,000 plus tuition fees for PhD programmes;
• Master’s Research Scholarship: NZD 15,000.

5. University of Canterbury (Canterbury)

Details: www.canterbury.ac.nz/get-started/scholarships/types/international-students/

• UC International First Year Scholarship (Offshore): NZD 15,000 for Bachelor’s programmes;
• UC Engineering International Scholarship: NZD 15,000 for Bachelor of Engineering (Hons);
• Southeast Asia High Achievers Scholarship:
  • NZD 5,000 for Bachelor’s programmes;
  • NZD 10,000 for postgraduate programmes.

6. University of Otago (Dunedin and campuses in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Invercargill)

• Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships for International Students (VCSIS): NZD 10,000 for the first year of Bachelor’s programmes (2025-2026 intakes);
• Global Scholarships: NZD 15,000 for the first year of Bachelor’s programmes (2025-2026 intakes). Students cannot hold both scholarships simultaneously.
• International Academic Excellence Scholarships: up to NZD 35,000, including:
  • ~NZD 20,000 accommodation support for Year 1;
  • NZD 7,000 tuition fee for Year 2;
  • NZD 7,000 tuition fee for Year 3.

Students may combine VCSIS with International Academic Excellence Scholarships for a total value of up to NZD 50,000.

• International Partnership Scholarships: NZD 10,000 for students enrolled in articulation or transfer programmes (2+2, credit transfer) and studying at least 4 semesters at the University of Otago;
• Undergraduate Entrance Scholarships: NZD 35,000 for international students currently studying in New Zealand;
• Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships: Fully funded scholarships for eligible undergraduate and postgraduate students;
• University of Otago Doctoral Scholarship: Up to 180 awards annually, including NZD 32,544 per year stipend and domestic tuition fee waiver for 36 months.

7. University of Waikato (Hamilton, Tauranga)

• Vice-Chancellor’s International Excellence Scholarship: up to NZD 15,000;
• International Bursary for HANU Students: up to NZD 10,000 for Hanoi University students transferring to Waikato;
• New Zealand NCUK University of Waikato Bursary: up to NZD 15,000;
• University of Waikato International College Scholarship: NZD 2,500 for selected Bachelor’s programmes: Arts, Business / Management, Computer Science, Mathematics, Education, Health, Engineering, Law, Science, Māori & Indigenous Studies, Social Sciences;;
• Waikato College Scholarship: NZD 2,000 for Foundation & Diploma programmes and 10% tuition discount for English courses.

8. Victoria University of Wellington (Kelburn, Pipitea, Te Aro, Auckland premises, Miramar Creative Centre)

Undergraduate Level

• Tongarewa Scholarship: Valued at NZD 5,000 or NZD 10,000 for first-year tuition fees, awarded to international students enrolling in Bachelor’s or Postgraduate programmes;
• International Alumni Fees Waiver: Valued at NZD 5,000, awarded to alumni of Victoria University of Wellington;
• Study Abroad Scholarship: Valued at NZD 1,000, awarded to international students who plan to experience New Zealand culture through a Study Abroad programme at Victoria University of Wellington.

Postgraduate Level

• Wellington Graduate Award: Valued at NZD 5,000, awarded to students enrolling in postgraduate programmes;
• Automatic Master’s Scholarships: Available to all international students who meet the entry requirements of the following taught Master’s programmes (1-1.5 years):
  • Master of Intercultural Communication and Applied Translation: NZD 10,000 scholarship;
  • Master of International Trade: NZD 10,000 scholarship;
  • Master of Marine Conservation: NZD 10,000 scholarship.
• Faculty of Law International Students LLM Fee Scholarship: Valued at NZD 5,000, awarded to students enrolling in the Master of Laws (LLM) programme.

Scholarships for New Zealand high school graduates:

• International School-Leaver Excellence Scholarship: Valued at NZD 20,000 over 3 years, awarded to high-achieving international undergraduate students who are currently studying in New Zealand and continue their studies at Victoria University of Wellington;
• New Zealand International School Leaver Grants: Valued at NZD 2,000, awarded to international students currently studying in New Zealand who enroll in undergraduate or postgraduate programmes;
• Tangiwai Excellence Scholarship: Valued at NZD 5,000;
• Kahotea Outstanding Achievement Scholarship: Valued at NZD 35,000 over 3 years;
• Raukaraka Leadership Scholarship: Valued at NZD 5,000 – 10,000;
• Totoweka Equity Scholarship: Valued at NZD 5,000 or NZD 10,000.

UP International College New Zealand – Pathway Scholarships

• NZD 5,000 – Pathways Link Programme;
• NZD 5,000 – Foundation Programme;
• NZD 5,000 – For students completing Foundation Programme with Top 2 academic results each semester and progressing to Bachelor’s programmes at AUT.

III. VOCATIONAL SCHOOLS / INSTITUTES / COLLEGES

1. Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) – Invercargill

• SIT International 20% Scholarship: Valued at 20% of tuition fees for all programmes, including: Diploma, Bachelor’s, Postgraduate Diploma, and Master’s programmes (Information Technology, Applied Management, Applied Health Sciences). This scholarship can be combined with Zerofees English or Zerofees Foundation scholarships.
• Zerofees English Scholarships: 26 weeks of free English courses (equivalent to NZD 9,000) for students enrolling in any main programme with a duration of one year or longer.
• Zerofees Foundation (ZFF) Scholarships: Valued at NZD 8,000 – 10,500 for selected Foundation programmes (Certificate Levels 2, 3, and 4) at SIT.

2. Ara Institute of Canterbury – Canterbury

English Scholarship, specifically:

• 20 + 4 (20 weeks of English + 4 free weeks) = 24 weeks;
• 30 + 6 (30 weeks of English + 6 free weeks) = 36 weeks;
• 40 + 8 (40 weeks of English + 8 free weeks) = 48 weeks.

3. Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) (Hawke’s Bay, Auckland, Gisborne)

• NZD 2,000 Scholarship: For Vietnamese students enrolling in Master’s programmes (1.5-year and 2-year programmes);
• NZD 1,000 Scholarship: For Vietnamese students enrolling in Bachelor’s, Graduate Diploma, and Postgraduate Diploma programmes;
• English Language Scholarship: Valued at 20% of tuition fees for English language courses.

4. PIHMS – Pacific International Hotel Management School (Hawke’s Bay, Auckland, Gisborne)

• NZD 10,000 Scholarship: Applicable to the Bachelor of Tourism and Applied Hospitality programme. Requirements:
  • GPA of 8.0 or above in Grade 11 or 12;
  • IELTS 6.0.
• English Programme Scholarship: Valued at NZD 4,427.50 for a 10-week English course.

5. Queenstown Resort College (QRC) – Queenstown

• NZD 3,000 Scholarship: Applicable to the Graduate Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management programme. Interview required.
• NZD 5,000 Scholarship (NZD 2,500 per year): Applicable to the Diploma in Hospitality Management and Diploma in Adventure Tourism Management programmes. Interview required.

6. WITT – Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki (New Plymouth, Hamilton)

• Regional Scholarship: Valued at NZD 2,000, for students enrolling in Diploma, Bachelor’s, and Graduate Diploma programmes at the New Plymouth campus.
• Four Weeks of Free Accommodation: Valued at up to NZD 600 (NZD 150 per week), for students enrolling in Diploma, Bachelor’s, and Graduate Diploma programmes at the New Plymouth campus.

7. UP Education

• NZD 5,000 Scholarship: Awarded to students who successfully complete the Foundation Programme at UP Education and progress to a Bachelor’s degree at: University of Auckland, Victoria University of Wellington, Auckland University of Technology (AUT), The scholarship is deducted from first-year Bachelor’s tuition fees.

8. Taylors College Auckland – Auckland

• Foundation Programme Scholarships: Valued at NZD 2,500 / 5,000 / 7,500, awarded to students completing the Foundation Programme and progressing to: University of Auckland and University of Waikato.

IV. SECONDARY SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS

1. Aorere College: Five scholarships valued at 25% of tuition fees for the first academic year. Students with good academic performance and active participation in school activities may receive a 35% tuition fee scholarship for the following academic year.
2. Avondale College: Two scholarships valued at 25% of tuition fees for the first academic year. Students with high academic achievement and good conduct may receive a 25% tuition fee scholarship for the following academic year.
3. Awatapu College: Five scholarships valued at NZD 2,400 for first-year tuition fees. The school may consider awarding scholarships for the following year if students achieve outstanding results. For example, students achieving NCEA Excellence may receive a scholarship valued at 30% of tuition fees for the next academic year.
4. Botany Downs Secondary College: Five scholarships valued at 20% of tuition fees. Students with good academic performance may receive a 20% tuition fee scholarship for the following academic year.
5. Burnside High School: Scholarship details are currently not available; Scholarship values will be confirmed after application submission.
6. Cambridge High School: Four scholarships valued at NZD 2,000. Students showing good academic improvement and active participation in extracurricular activities may receive a NZD 2,000 scholarship for the following academic year.
7. Hillmorton High School: Two scholarships valued at 20% of tuition fees for the first academic year. Students achieving NCEA Excellence may receive a 15% tuition fee scholarship for the following academic year.
8. Hutt Valley High School: Two scholarships valued at NZD 3,000. Students who show academic improvement, maintain good attendance, and participate in at least one extracurricular activity may receive a 25% tuition fee scholarship for the following academic year.
9. King’s High School: Scholarship details are currently not available; Scholarship values will be confirmed after application submission.
10. Middleton Grange School: Five scholarships valued at NZD 2,500. Students with excellent academic performance and active participation in extracurricular activities may receive scholarships valued at up to 25% of tuition fees for the following academic year.
11. Mount Albert Grammar School:

• Two scholarships valued at 40% of tuition fees for the first academic year for applicants with: GPA 8.5, IELTS 5, Successful school interview.
• Three scholarships valued at 30% of tuition fees for the first academic year for applicants with: GPA 8.0, IELTS 5.5, Successful school interview.
• Three scholarships valued at 20% of tuition fees for the first academic year for applicants with: GPA 7.5, IELTS 5.0, Successful school interview.
• Students with good academic results and full attendance may receive a 50% tuition fee scholarship for the following academic year.

1. Mount Roskill Grammar School: Four scholarships valued at 30% of tuition fees for the first academic year. Students achieving a 90% pass rate may receive a 25% tuition fee scholarship for the following academic year.
2. Newlands College: Two scholarships valued at 30% of tuition fees for the first academic year. Students achieving Excellent or Good academic results may receive scholarships for the following academic year.
3. Palmerston North Boys’ High School: Two scholarships valued at NZD 3,000 for first-year tuition fees. Students with good academic performance may receive a NZD 3,000 scholarship for the following academic year.
4. Paraparaumu College: Three scholarships valued at NZD 2,000 for first-year tuition fees. Students with good academic results may receive a 15% tuition fee scholarship for the following academic year.
5. Peter’s Cambridge: Five scholarships valued at NZD 15,000 for first-year tuition fees. Students who pass all subjects and actively participate in extracurricular activities may receive a NZD 15,000 scholarship for the following academic year.
6. Upper Hutt College: Two scholarships valued at 20% of tuition fees for the first academic year. Students achieving NCEA Merit or higher may receive a 20% tuition fee scholarship for the following academic year.
7. Wellington High School: Three scholarships valued at 20% of tuition fees for the first academic year. Whanganui High School

• One scholarship valued at 50% of tuition fees for the first academic year;
• Five scholarships valued at 30% of tuition fees for the first academic year;
• Students achieving NCEA Merit (50 credits or more) may receive a 50% tuition fee scholarship for the following academic year.

1. Whangaparāoa College: Scholarship details are currently not available; Scholarship values will be confirmed after application submission.
2. Whangarei Girls’ High School: Five scholarships valued at NZD 2,000 for first-year tuition fees. Students who pass the CAA examination may receive a scholarship equivalent to one semester’s tuition fees for the following academic year.
3. William Colenso College: Three scholarships valued at NZD 2,000 for first-year tuition fees. Students with good academic results may receive a 25% tuition fee scholarship for the following academic year.

IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT SCHOLARSHIPS

Duc Anh EduConnect encourages all eligible students to apply for scholarships. We can support you throughout the scholarship application process with the following:

• Meeting students early to help build a study plan and roadmap to work towards scholarship eligibility in the future;
• Assessing your actual academic profile and suggesting suitable scholarships for you to apply for;
• Supporting you in completing your scholarship documents: reviewing and checking information, proofreading application forms, personal statements and other documents;
• Submitting scholarship applications directly on your behalf.

In practice, because Duc Anh EduConnect represents many high-ranking international universities and has a large number of strong applicants, we are known in Vietnam as one of the consultants that works very hard on scholarship applications and also one of the companies that secures many scholarships, including high-value awards, for students.

Scholarship opportunities are open to everyone. To maximize your chances, we strongly recommend that you contact us 2-3 years before you plan to study abroad, so we can preliminarily assess your overall profile and help you build the best possible preparation plan for scholarship applications. Please also read the general scholarship information below to better understand your options.

Understanding Different Types of Funding

Students should clearly distinguish between:

• Scholarship: A competitive award with limited places, usually based on academic merit and other criteria. You must compete with other applicants to receive it.
• Grant: A fixed amount of money that a university/faculty may offer once you enrol in a particular course or institution. It is often automatically applied and does not always require a separate application.
• Bursary / Financial aid: Financial support for students who have specific reasons or circumstances (for example, financial hardship). You may need to explain your situation in order to be considered.

Duc Anh EduConnect will support you in applying for all three types: Scholarships, Grants, and Bursaries/Financial Aid.

Sources and Levels of Scholarships

Scholarships can come from various sources, with values ranging from 10-100% of tuition fees, or even full scholarships covering tuition, living expenses, accommodation, travel, health insurance, etc.:

• The destination country (for example: Australia – AAS; UK – Chevening; USA – Fulbright; New Zealand – Asia-related scholarships);
• The institution where you choose to study;
• Independent organisations or agencies;
• Independent individuals;
• The Vietnamese government;
• Vietnamese organisations and agencies.

How Scholarships are assessed

Except in cases where a profile is truly outstanding and the approximate scholarship level can be predicted, in reality no one can guarantee whether you will receive a scholarship or not. Scholarship decisions are always made by an official scholarship committee, based on key criteria such as:

• Academic strength and achievements: scholarships are usually awarded from the highest-achieving applicants downwards;
• Timing of application: early applications often have an advantage over late ones;
• Specific criteria: if the scholarship is specialised (for example, field-specific or targeted at certain groups), additional conditions will apply.

Scholarship Competitiveness – Academic Profile vs. Potential Scholarship Level

As a general reference, students can consider the following guideline when assessing which scholarship level they may be competitive for:

• 100% tuition scholarship: To apply competitively, you should typically have GPA: 95-100% + English: IELTS ≥ 7.0
• 50% tuition scholarship: GPA: ≥ 92% + English: IELTS ≥ 6.5
• 30% tuition scholarship: GPA: ≥ 85% + English: IELTS ≥ 6.5
• 10-20% tuition scholarship: GPA: ≥ 75% + English: IELTS ≥ 6.0

These are indicative ranges only. Each university and scholarship program may set its own criteria and cut-off levels.

Typical Documents for Scholarship Applications

• Academic transcripts of your most recent qualification
• Degree certificate of your highest completed level of study
• Passport (photo and signature page)
• English test results and/or standardised tests (PTE Academic / IELTS / TOEFL / SAT / GMAT / GRE, etc.)
• Evidence of academic achievements, research activities, awards, competitions and extracurricular activities (if any)

For Master’s and PhD scholarship applicants, you will usually also need:

• A detailed CV (résumé)
• One personal statement or statement of purpose
• Two reference letters (academic and/or professional)

Additional Notes

For students receiving partial scholarships (covering only part of the tuition fee or part of living costs), it is important to carefully calculate whether you have sufficient funds to cover the remaining tuition and living expenses.

In some countries, scholarship applications require a very comprehensive set of documents; in others, assessment may rely mainly on GPA and English results.

For detailed advice on study applications, scholarship applications, student visas and related matters, please contact:

Duc Anh EduConnect

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