University of Auckland Top Achiever Scholarship 2025

University of Auckland Top Achiever Scholarship 2025

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents.
• Applicants must be in their final year of secondary education at a New Zealand school or kura.
• Applicants must intend to enroll full‑time in a degree at the University of Auckland in the following year.
• Consideration may also be given to students studying overseas in an NCEA, IB, or CIE program, as well as Māori and Pacific students planning to enroll in the Certificate in Health Sciences.

Selection Criteria

• Based on outstanding academic results, including NCEA Level 2 or higher, or an equivalent qualification.
• Participation in Māori performing arts, leadership potential, and achievements in academic, sports, or arts competitions.
• Additional factors such as financial need, being the first in the family to attend university, refugee background, disability, care responsibilities, or rural residence are taken into account.

Value of the Scholarship

The scholarship provides $25,000, which covers the full cost of catered accommodation in a single room at a University of Auckland Hall of Residence and includes an additional $5,000 cash component.

Application Process

Applicants must complete an online application form. The deadline for submission is 13 August 2025. For detailed instructions and to access the application portal, visit the official scholarship page: University of Auckland Top Achiever Scholarship 2025 application form.