NZNew Zealand Government (Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade)

Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships

Funding
Full tertiary scholarship
Deadline
31 Mar 2027
Country
New Zealand
Study level
Bachelor’s · Master’s · PhD
Provider
New Zealand Government (Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade)
APPLICATION WINDOW

The application portal for the 2027 Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships tertiary intake will open on 1 March 2027 and close on 31 March 2027.

OVERVIEW

About this scholarship

The New Zealand Government’s full scholarships for citizens of eligible developing countries in the Pacific and Southeast Asia (including Indonesia, the Philippines, Vietnam, Cambodia, Nepal and Malaysia) to study full time at a New Zealand university or institute of technology.

Applicant stage
Future students

Eligibility criteria

  • The New Zealand government offers scholarships to eligible citizens from developing countries to study abroad at a New Zealand or Pacific education institution.

Value of the award

  • These are full tertiary scholarships for eligible international students to study fulltime at a New Zealand or Pacific education institution.

Fields of study

All subjects

Application process

Check that your country is eligible and complete the eligibility questionnaire before applying online during the March window.

QUESTIONS, ANSWERED

Frequently asked questions

What does this scholarship cover?

These are full tertiary scholarships for eligible international students to study fulltime at a New Zealand or Pacific education institution.

Which study levels and subjects does it support?

Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD. Fields: All subjects. Check course-specific restrictions with the provider.

When is the application deadline?

The application portal for the 2027 Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships tertiary intake will open on 1 March 2027 and close on 31 March 2027.

Where can I see the required documents?

Open the Documents tab for items mentioned in this record and preparation guidance. The official application instructions contain the complete list.