University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship

University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship 2025-26

International students looking to study in New Zealand in 2025 now have the chance to apply for the University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship 2025–26. This prestigious merit-based award supports new international students enrolling in undergraduate or postgraduate programs at one of New Zealand’s top-ranked universities.

The University of Auckland, designated as the global hub for Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education by the United Nations Academic Impact, offers this scholarship to encourage academic excellence and foster global diversity on its campus. The scholarship provides financial assistance of up to NZD $10,000 toward tuition fees for 50 high-achieving students.

Scholarship Overview: University of Auckland Excellence Scholarship

Host Country: New Zealand
Host Institution: University of Auckland
Study Level: Undergraduate and Postgraduate
Eligible Applicants: International students (excluding citizens of New Zealand and Australia)
Scholarship Value: Up to NZD $10,000 towards tuition fees
Number of Awards: 50
Mode of Study: On-campus (full-time only)
Application Opening Date: September 11, 2025
Application Deadline: October 23, 2025
IELTS Requirement: Depends on the program; check individual course requirements

Benefits of the University of Auckland Scholarship 2025

Financial award of up to NZD $10,000 applied to tuition fees
Open to both undergraduate and postgraduate international students
Study in one of the world’s most livable cities: Auckland
Exposure to a vibrant, multicultural academic community
Opportunity to learn in a global academic environment focused on sustainability and research

Eligible Fields of Study

Scholarship recipients can enroll in a wide range of academic disciplines, including:

Arts
Business
Creative Arts and Industries
Education and Social Work
Engineering
Law
Medical and Health Sciences
Science

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship, applicants must:

Be international students (not citizens or permanent residents of New Zealand or Australia)
Be new to the University of Auckland, either as first-time students or those entering through the English Language Academy (ELA) with a conditional or unconditional offer
Have a Grade Point Equivalent (GPE) of at least 6.00
Be enrolled or planning to enroll full-time in an undergraduate or postgraduate program
Participate in an on-campus program (online courses not eligible)
Agree to complete at least two full-time semesters
Notify the university of any additional scholarships, grants, or awards received
Meet the academic and merit requirements specified in the official scholarship regulations