New Zealand Institute of Economic Research Scholarship in Māori Economics at Victoria University of Wellington 2025

New Zealand Institute of Economic Research Scholarship in Māori Economics at Victoria University of Wellington 2025

This scholarship is funded by the New Zealand Institute of Economic Research (NZIER) and aims to support students interested in the Māori economy or issues affecting Māori.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Applicants must be fully enrolled full‑time in a Finance, Economics, Business, or Commerce programme at Victoria University of Wellington and be in their second, third, or fourth year of study.
2. Applicants must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents.

Selection Criteria

1. Preference will be given to the highest‑performing students in economics and finance courses.
2. Applicants must demonstrate an interest in the Māori economy, issues affecting Māori, and a commitment to working in Māori economics in the future.

Application Process: A completed online application must be submitted by the closing date. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Award: NZD 7,500.

Payment and Conditions

1. The scholarship is paid as a lump sum in two annual instalments, monthly, or credited toward tuition, accommodation, and levies.
2. Recipients must write a thank‑you letter to the donor within one month of receiving the award.
3. Recipients may be offered mentorship from NZIER in Wellington (subject to business requirements) and can hold the scholarship for up to two years, contingent on satisfactory academic progress.

Apply for the scholarship here.