Murray McNae Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2025

Murray McNae Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2025

This scholarship provides partial funding of NZD 18,000 to a Mana College school leaver who intends to study Computer Science, Software Engineering (Bachelor of Engineering), or general Science (Bachelor of Science) at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.

Eligibility Criteria

The scholarship is open only to students who have attended Mana College for at least one year in Year 12 or Year 13 and who demonstrate interest and potential in computer science or general science, as well as financial need.

Application Process

Application forms are available from Mana College. The deadline for submitting an application is the first Friday after the start of the fourth term in the year before studies commence, which for 2025 falls on 10 October 2025.

Selection Criteria

Selection is based on demonstrated interest and potential in the chosen field of study and on financial need.

Scholarship Value

The award provides Partial Funding, NZD 18,000. The funds are allocated as follows:

• Year 1 – NZD 6,000 toward tuition fees and NZD 3,000 stipend
• Year 2 – NZD 6,000 toward tuition fees
• Year 3 – NZD 3,000 stipend

Funding for subsequent years is contingent on passing the current year’s courses, with discretion applied on a case‑by‑case basis.

Award Details

The scholarship amount is NZD 18,000 per successful candidate.

Important Notes

1. Submissions must be in the applicant’s own words; AI‑assisted applications are excluded.
2. Recipients must provide a thank‑you letter and an annual update to the donor.
3. Scholarship payments are managed by the University Scholarship Office. Stipends are paid directly to the recipient, while fee amounts are credited against yearly tuition. Any remaining fees must be covered by the student.

For more information and to access the application form, visit the official scholarship page: Murray McNae Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2025.