Plan Your Future Abroad — Explore Now! SCHOLARSHIPS WORK-VISA STUDY-VISA
Plan Your Future Abroad — Explore Now! SCHOLARSHIPS WORK-VISA STUDY-VISA
Find scholarships for international students studying at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, including how to apply and who to contact.
The VUW Undergraduate International Scholarship and the VUW Postgraduate International Scholarship were established in August 2025, replacing and combining some of our previous scholarships such as the Tongarewa International Scholarship, the Latin American Academic Achievement Scholarship, the International Alumni Fees Waiver, and the New Zealand International School-Leaver Grant.
| Scholarship / Award | Who It’s For / Key Details | Value | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| VUW Undergraduate International Scholarship | New international students entering first year of a Bachelor’s, full-time, on campus | NZ$15,000 toward tuition (1 year) | 1 September (for Trimester 1 start) |
| Tongarewa International Scholarship | New international students (Undergrad or Postgrad), competitive academic merit | Up to NZ$10,000 | 1 June (Trimester 2), 1 September (Trimester 3), 30 November (following year Trimester 1) |
| VUW Postgraduate International Scholarship | New international students entering a Master’s or Postgrad Diploma full-time | Partial tuition support | 1 September (for Trimester 1 start) |
| Wellington Doctoral Scholarship | Domestic & international students starting or enrolled in PhD research | NZ$30,500 stipend per year + full tuition (up to 3 years) | 1 March, 1 July, 1 November (three rounds annually) |
| Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships | Students from eligible countries; fully funded by NZ Govt | Tuition + living + travel + insurance (fully funded) | Varies by country (usually Feb–March each year) |
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