Kelliher Economics Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2025

Kelliher Economics Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2025

Overview

The Kelliher Economics Foundation (KEF) provides a partial scholarship of up to NZD 10,000 per annum for undergraduate study in Business and Government at Victoria University of Wellington. The award supports New Zealand citizens or permanent residents who intend to major in Economics.

Eligibility

Applicants must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents and either current first‑year students or incoming school leavers planning to enrol at the Wellington School of Business and Government as Economics majors.

Selection

Selection is based primarily on academic merit, with secondary consideration given to demonstrated interest in economics and the applicant’s potential to contribute to New Zealand’s economic development, as reflected in a personal statement.

Application Process

A completed online application must be submitted by 4:30 pm on 9 October 2025. Supporting documents, including references, must also be received by this deadline. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Award Details

The scholarship provides up to NZD 10,000 per year toward tuition fees. It is paid in a single installment, may be held alongside other awards, and cannot be deferred to a later year.

Conditions of Award

• Recipients must enrol full‑time and maintain passing grades.
• A thank‑you letter and annual progress reports must be submitted to the donor.
• For third‑year students covered by the free‑fees policy, the scholarship tenure is two years.
• Participation in the Kelliher Economics Foundation Alumni Programme is optional.

Apply for the scholarship here.