Scholarship

University of Auckland Māori Academic Excellence Scholarships

University of Auckland Original Source
Award

NZD 5,000 - NZD 5,000

Deadline

No deadline

Location

New Zealand

Applicants

individual

About This Opportunity

The University of Auckland Māori Academic Excellence Scholarships are awarded to New Zealand Māori students who demonstrate excellent academic achievement and active participation in community, cultural and other activities. The scholarship provides comprehensive support for talented Māori students transitioning from secondary school to university study. Recipients receive one year of catered accommodation in a University of Auckland Hall of Residence during their first year, plus $5,000 paid in instalments across three years of undergraduate study. The scholarship recognizes not only academic excellence but also cultural leadership, participation in Māori performing arts, and involvement in school and community activities. The University acknowledges barriers to tertiary education and considers factors such as being first in family to attend university, disabilities, care responsibilities, rural location, and financial need.

Duration 36 - 37 mo
Renewable (3yr)
Decision Early October

Who Can Apply

Region
New Zealand
Citizenship
New Zealand
Residency
New Zealand
Applicants
individual
Priority for
indigenous

Application Details

Stages

  1. 1 single_stage

Review process

Review Committee considers academic results (NCEA Excellence credits, CIE average, or IB predicted scores), participation in Māori performing arts, leadership positions, cultural leadership, and barriers to tertiary education.

Additional benefits

  • housing
  • mentorship
  • networking

Restrictions

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Post-award obligations

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