Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship
Offered by Education New Zealand
- Funding
- Fully funded
- Award
- Fully funded — tuition, living, airfare
- No. of awards
- Limited, competitive
- Deadline
- 28 Feb 2027
- Study level
- Postgraduate
- Destination
- Study abroad · New Zealand
Overview
The New Zealand government's fully-funded development scholarship for students from partner countries.
Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships are the New Zealand government's flagship, fully-funded scholarships supporting students from developing and partner countries to study at a New Zealand institution and contribute to development back home. They cover tuition and living costs and are highly competitive.
Eligibility
- Citizen of an eligible partner country
- Applying for an eligible programme (often development-related fields)
- Meet academic and English requirements
- Commit to returning home after study to apply your skills
Benefits
- Full tuition fees
- Living allowance and establishment allowance
- Return airfare and medical/travel insurance
How to apply
- Check eligibility and the annual application window on the Study with New Zealand site.
- Apply online with your academic records and a strong development-focused statement.
- Complete any interview/selection stage.
- Accept the award and arrange your study visa.
Documents required
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates
- Statement on development goals
- English-language proof
- Valid passport
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