Deadline
2025-11-01
Value of Scholarship
$10,000 Per Year
$10,000
$10,000
Country Tenable
New Zealand
Renewable
No
Victoria University of Wellington Tongarewa Scholarship 2025
The Tongarewa Scholarship is a partial tuition scholarship awarded by Victoria University of Wellington, designed to support international students commencing their first year of undergraduate or postgraduate study (by coursework or research).
Valued at $5,000 or $10,000 NZD, this scholarship contributes directly to tuition fees for one academic year and is awarded on the basis of academic excellence.
About the Tongarewa Scholarship
This scholarship reflects the university’s commitment to its international student community. It is open to applicants who are newly admitted to the university and are paying full international tuition fees. The funds are applied toward tuition after the final course withdrawal deadline of the trimester in which the award is made (typically two weeks into the term).
In addition, recipients are guaranteed a place in one of the University’s Halls of Residence, provided they submit a valid accommodation application before the deadline.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be international students paying full international fees
- Be entering:
- The first year of an undergraduate degree, or
- A postgraduate programme (Master’s by coursework or research)
You are not eligible if:
- You completed secondary school in New Zealand
- You completed the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) or Foundation Studies programme at the university
- You are a Study Abroad or Twinning student from a partner institution
- You are in your second year of the same degree programme at Victoria University of Wellington
Scholarship Value and Benefits
- Award amount: $5,000 or $10,000 NZD
- Duration: One academic year
- Applied directly to tuition fees
- Guaranteed accommodation offer (subject to application deadlines)
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following:
- A personal statement (up to 500 words) outlining:
- Why you wish to study at Victoria University of Wellington
- Your academic goals and why you deserve the scholarship
- Any leadership roles or community involvement
- Academic transcripts and any relevant qualifications
- A conditional or unconditional offer of admission from the university
How to Apply – Step by Step
- Visit the official application portal via the link below
- Prepare all necessary documents
- Submit your online application before the stated deadline
- Shortlisted candidates may be asked to provide additional supporting information.
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