Deadline
2026-11-30
Value of Scholarship
$105,000 ( $35,000 Per Year)
$105,000
$105,000
Country Tenable
New Zealand
Renewable
No
Craig Buck Andrews Scholarship 2026 – Fully Funded PhD Opportunity at Victoria University of Wellington
The Craig Buck Andrews Scholarship is a prestigious, fully funded doctoral award offered under the Victoria University of Wellington Scholarship scheme in New Zealand. It provides a total value of $105,000 NZD, distributed as $35,000 per year for three years.
This scholarship supports outstanding international students who wish to pursue a PhD in Financial Reporting or Financial Management, particularly in the context of developing countries.
About the Scholarship
Established through the generosity of the late Craig Buck Andrews of Washington, D.C., this endowed scholarship aims to foster research that strengthens financial practices in developing nations. Mr. Andrews, who worked on World Bank projects with academics from Victoria University of Wellington, was passionate about building capacity in sound financial reporting and management—especially in primary and concessionable industries.
The scholarship is managed by the Victoria University of Wellington Foundation and awarded through the School of Accounting and Commercial Law at Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington.
Eligibility Criteria (2026 Craig Buck Andrews Scholarship)
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be international students intending to enroll in a PhD program in the School of Accounting and Commercial Law at Victoria University of Wellington.
- Intend to complete a PhD thesis focused on financial reporting and/or financial management in developing countries.
- Conduct research that contributes to capacity building in financial practices within primary or concessionable industries.
- Preference may be given to:
- Applicants from developing countries
- Students who plan to return to their home country after completing their PhD
Scholarship Value and Duration
- Total Value: $105,000 NZD
- Tenure: 3 years (up to $35,000 NZD per year)
- Covers living allowance and tuition support
Application Requirements
Applicants should be ready to submit:
- A completed Doctoral Admission and Scholarship online application
- A clear indication of intent to apply for the Craig Buck Andrews PhD Scholarship
- Any supporting documents such as:
- Personal statement
- Letters of recommendation
- Evidence of financial need (if applicable)
Note: Successful applicants will be required to submit a thank-you letter to the donor.
How to Apply – Step-by-Step Guide
- Visit the Official Scholarship Page using the LINK below.
- Review the PhD entry requirements via the Wellington Faculty of Graduate Research.
- Submit the online Doctoral application, ensuring to select the Craig Buck Andrews PhD Scholarship option.
- Upload all required documents and complete the submission.
- Application Deadline and exact opening dates are available on the university's website. Early preparation is highly encouraged.
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