Vice-Chancellor’s International Excellence Scholarship for South-East Asia
The Vice‑Chancellor’s International Excellence Scholarship for South‑East Asia funds tuition up to NZD 15,000 for eligible undergraduate, master’s and PhD students from selected South‑East Asian nations. Applications must be submitted by 28 February 2026 and require a conditional or unconditional offer from the University of Waikato. The award is granted on academic merit and the potential to serve as global ambassadors.
Eligible Degrees
Master's/Postgraduate (Not-STEM field)
Eligible Nationalities
Not specified
Destination
New Zealand
Eligible Courses
All subjects offered by the university
University
The University of Waikato
Vice‑Chancellor’s International Excellence Scholarship for South‑East Asia
This scholarship provides tuition fee support of up to NZD 15,000 for successful candidates from selected South‑East Asian countries who wish to study full‑time at the University of Waikato.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be nationals of the designated South‑East Asian countries.
- Applicants must receive a conditional or unconditional offer of admission to a full‑time undergraduate, master’s or PhD program at the University of Waikato.
- Applicants must achieve a minimum GPA equivalent to a B+ in their qualifying credential.
Selection criteria
- Academic merit.
- Potential to act as global ambassadors for the University of Waikato.
Value
The scholarship is valued between NZD 2,500 and NZD 15,000 and is paid toward the first 12 months of study.
Application process
Eligible candidates can apply through the official application portal: Apply here. The submission deadline is 28 February 2026.
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