International Scholarships

Find scholarships for international students studying at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, including how to apply and who to contact.

Explore scholarship options that can support your study journey in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Featured scholarships

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VUW Undergraduate International Scholarship

This scholarship is for all new international students who are entering their first year of a Bachelor's degree programme and studying full-time on campus.
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VUW Postgraduate International Scholarship

This scholarship is for all new international students who are entering a Master's degree or Postgraduate Diploma and studying full-time on campus.
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Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships

Students from eligible countries can apply for fully funded study at Victoria University of Wellington through the Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships programme.

Scholarships for high school students in New Zealand

International students studying at a high school in New Zealand may be eligible for some specific school-leaver scholarships as well.

Find out which scholarships may suit you

Other postgraduate scholarships

If you are studying a doctorate or a Master’s at our university, you may be eligible for some other scholarships.

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International Scholarships update

The VUW Undergraduate International Scholarship and the VUW Postgraduate International Scholarship were established in August 2025, replacing and combining some of our previous scholarships such as the Tongarewa International Scholarship, the Latin American Academic Achievement Scholarship, the International Alumni Fees Waiver, and the New Zealand International School-Leaver Grant.

Find out what to do if you've received a prior offer of place, if you're an existing international student, or if you have already received any of the past scholarships. This page explains what’s changed and your next steps.

Next steps for our international students