Pacific Excellence Scholarship at University of Waikato 2026
The Pacific Excellence Scholarship 2026 at the University of Waikato offers partial funding of up to NZD 20,000 for eligible Pacific Island students pursuing a bachelor’s degree. Applications close on 31 August 2025 and must be submitted via the official form.
Eligible Degrees
Bachelor's/Undergraduate
Eligible Nationalities
Not specified
Destination
New Zealand
Eligible Courses
Courses offered at the university
University
The University of Waikato
Pacific Excellence Scholarship 2026 – University of Waikato
The Pacific Excellence Scholarship provides partial funding of up to NZD 20,000 for students of Pacific Island descent undertaking a bachelor’s degree at the University of Waikato.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be of Pacific Island descent.
- Minimum academic requirement: Merit endorsement at NCEA Level 2 or equivalent (e.g., Cambridge International or IB).
- Must be studying NCEA Level 3 toward University Entrance in the year before enrollment.
- Intended full‑time undergraduate study (120 points) at Waikato for the first time in the year of tenure.
- Open to New Zealand citizens and permanent residents.
Application Process
Submit an application form through the official scholarship portal.
Value
- Up to NZD 20,000 in partial funding.
- Amount is determined by the Selection Panel based on funding availability, grades, financial need, credits enrolled, and number of applicants.
Deadline
The application deadline is 31 August 2025.
Apply here: Pacific Excellence Scholarship application.
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