Scholarship details
Do you have a burning passion for learning and a thirst for knowledge? Do you want to study in one of the world’s most beautiful and diverse countries? Do you want to join a vibrant, supportive community of scholars and researchers? If you answered yes to these questions, then you might be interested in applying for the University of Waikato International Excellence Scholarship, New Zealand.
This scholarship is offered by the University of Waikato, a prestigious and innovative university in the heart of New Zealand’s North Island. The University of Waikato is ranked among the top 300 universities in the world and has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research, and student satisfaction. The University of Waikato is also known for its cultural diversity, its environmental sustainability, and its engagement with the local and global community.
The University of Waikato International Excellence Scholarship, New Zealand is a generous award that aims to attract and reward outstanding international students enrolling for the first time into undergraduate or postgraduate programs at the University of Waikato. The scholarship provides up to NZD$15,000 towards tuition fees, and will be awarded to successful applicants who demonstrate excellent academic achievement, as well as personal, extracurricular, or volunteer merit. The scholarship is open to students from all countries and all subjects except those excluded by the terms and conditions.
Scholarship Provider
The scholarship provider is the University of Waikato, a public research university in Hamilton, New Zealand. The University of Waikato was founded in 1964 as a branch of the University of Auckland and became an independent university in 1967. The University of Waikato has seven faculties: the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, the Faculty of Computing and Mathematical Sciences, the Faculty of Education, the Faculty of Health, Sport and Human Performance, the Faculty of Law, the Faculty of Māori and Indigenous Studies, and the Faculty of Science and Engineering. The University of Waikato has over 12,000 students and 1,500 staff, and offers over 150 undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
Eligible Applicants
The eligible applicants for the University of Waikato International Excellence Scholarship, New Zealand are international students who have an offer to study a full-time, on-campus undergraduate or postgraduate programme at the University of Waikato starting in 2024. The applicants must have achieved either an A grade average or equivalent in their previous studies, and must hold an international fee status as determined by the University of Waikato. The applicants must not hold any other University of Waikato scholarships.
Host Country
The host country for the University of Waikato International Excellence Scholarship, New Zealand is New Zealand, a sovereign island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. New Zealand consists of two main islands, the North Island and the South Island, and several smaller islands. New Zealand is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations, the United Nations, the OECD, and the Five Eyes intelligence alliance. New Zealand is one of the world’s most peaceful and prosperous countries, with a high quality of life, a strong democracy, and a rich culture and heritage. New Zealand is also a popular destination for international students, with over 100,000 students coming from abroad every year.
Scholarship Worth
The scholarship worth of the University of Waikato International Excellence Scholarship, New Zealand is up to NZD$15,000 towards tuition fees, which can be used to pay part of the tuition fees for any undergraduate or postgraduate programme offered by the University of Waikato. The scholarship is awarded for the first year of study only, and is not renewable. The scholarship does not cover living expenses, travel costs, or any other costs associated with studying in New Zealand.
Level and Field of Study
The level of study for the University of Waikato International Excellence Scholarship, New Zealand is undergraduate or postgraduate, which means that the applicants must have completed a secondary school or equivalent before starting their programme. The field of study for the University of Waikato International Excellence Scholarship, New Zealand is any subject offered by the University of Waikato, except for those that are excluded by the terms and conditions. The University of Waikato offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in various disciplines, such as arts and humanities, business and management, computing and information technology, education and teaching, engineering and technology, health and wellbeing, law and justice, science and environment, and social sciences.
How to Apply
The application process for the University of Waikato International Excellence Scholarship, New Zealand is simple and straightforward. The applicants do not have to submit a separate application for the scholarship. They only have to submit an application to study at the University of Waikato for 2024, and receive an offer for a full-time, on-campus undergraduate or postgraduate programme. The University Scholarships team will automatically assess the academic transcripts of the applicants (once submitted) to confirm their eligibility for the scholarship. The applicants will be notified of the outcome of their scholarship application by email within four weeks of receiving their offer letter.
Countries that can Apply
The countries that can apply for the University of Waikato International Excellence Scholarship, New Zealand are all countries, except for those that are excluded by the terms and conditions2. The scholarship is open to students from any nationality and any background, as long as they meet the academic and fee status requirements. The University of Waikato welcomes and values the diversity and contribution of its international students, and aims to provide them with a high-quality education and a rewarding experience.
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for the University of Waikato International Excellence Scholarship, New Zealand are as follows:
- The applicants must have submitted an application to study at the University of Waikato for 2024, and received an offer for a full-time, on-campus undergraduate or postgraduate programme. Please see the terms and conditions for exclusions.
- The applicants must have achieved either an A grade average or equivalent in their previous studies. Grade equivalencies for international qualifications are determined by the University of Waikato.
- The applicants must hold an international fee status as determined by the University of Waikato, which is communicated in their offer letter.
- The applicants must not hold any other University of Waikato scholarships.
Scholarship Deadline
The scholarship deadline for the University of Waikato International Excellence Scholarship, New Zealand is Sunday, 31 December 2023 at 23:59 (New Zealand time). The applicants are advised to apply for their programme and submit their academic transcripts as early as possible, to ensure that they receive their offer letter and scholarship decision in time. The applicants are also advised to check the visa and immigration requirements for studying in New Zealand, and to apply for their visa well in advance of their programme start date.
