Scholarships in New Zealand

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Embark on an affordable academic journey in New Zealand’s enchanting universities! For Indian students aspiring to study amidst New Zealand’s serene landscapes and pioneering institutions, a variety of scholarship opportunities are available. By planning ahead, you can access a range of scholarships offered by New Zealand’s prestigious universities and colleges, supporting high-achieving international students with partial to full funding for tuition and, in some cases, living expenses. Additionally, the New Zealand government and various private and public organizations provide scholarships to further support your academic dreams. Be sure to review eligibility criteria and application deadlines carefully for each opportunity.

While academic excellence is crucial, many scholarships also consider factors like your chosen field, study destination, and education level. Extracurricular involvement and community service can further strengthen your application. Each scholarship has unique requirements—some may simply need an application, while others might ask for essays or research proposals. For guidance, don’t hesitate to reach out to a Saga counsellor.

Funding Your Future – Scholarship amounts and benefits vary widely. Research-focused scholarships may cover tuition and part of living expenses. Government scholarships tend to be more competitive, so we recommend beginning your scholarship search 8-12 months before your intended start date.

New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships (NZIDRS): A prestigious, government-funded opportunity covering tuition, student levies, a living stipend, and health insurance for PhD candidates for three years.
New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarships: Open to master’s and PhD candidates under the CSFP, covering tuition, living expenses, travel, health insurance, and an establishment allowance.
New Zealand Excellence Awards (NZEA): Supported by ENZ Manapou ki te Ao and New Zealand universities, with 29 scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate study, awarding between NZD 10,000 and NZD 20,000.
SEG Scholarship: Funded by the Soshi Educational Group for students in geophysics and related geosciences, with awards from NZD 3,000 to NZD 7,000.
Palmerston North City Mayor’s Goodwill Ambassador Scholarship: Designed to promote Palmerston North as a study destination, offering NZD 1,000 towards the first year’s tuition for various courses.

This is just the beginning! Many more scholarships are available, and our counsellors can help you find the ideal fit for your academic goals. Plus, most Kiwi institutions offer scholarships specifically for Indian students. Our team of international education experts is here to guide you every step of the way.