How much is the scholarship?
Up to NZD 15,000 toward tuition.
Is it fully funded?
No. Waikato explicitly says it does not offer fully funded international scholarships.
When should A Trimester applicants apply?
By 30 November.
What does this scholarship actually cover?
A merit-based tuition scholarship of up to NZD 15,000 for new international undergraduate and taught-postgraduate students.
Other verified benefits
Up to NZD 15,000 toward tuition fees.
Costs not confirmed or not covered
Waikato explicitly states it does not offer fully funded scholarships to international students. Living, accommodation, travel, visa, insurance and remaining tuition are not covered.
Who is eligible to apply?
Applicants must be new international students, hold an offer of place, enrol full-time on campus and demonstrate excellent academic achievement.
Scholarship applications are processed monthly. Suggested receipt dates vary by trimester, including 30 November for A Trimester.
Eligible countries
New international students enrolling full-time for the first time in eligible undergraduate or taught postgraduate programmes.
Language requirements
Selected programme admission requirements apply.
Which documents should you prepare?
- Admission/offer letter
Which documents may be required conditionally?
- Academic transcripts
- English test certificate
- Statement of purpose
How do you apply?
- Apply for an eligible Waikato programme.
- Receive an offer of place.
- Use MyWaikato to apply for the scholarship.
- Submit before the recommended date for your trimester.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Waikato International Excellence Scholarship fully funded?
No. It contributes up to NZD 15,000 toward tuition, and the university explicitly says it does not offer fully funded scholarships to international students.