Victoria University of Wellington Tongarewa Scholarships: Your Pathway to New Zealand
Table of Content
- Overview of Tongarewa Scholarship
- What is the Tongarewa Scholarship?
- Scholarship Coverage
- Eligibility Criteria
- Focus Areas
- Benefits Beyond Tuition Fees
- Application Process and Application Deadlines
The Tongarewa Scholarship, offered by Victoria University of Wellington, is a prestigious partial fee-based award designed to support international students who wish to pursue undergraduate or postgraduate degrees in New Zealand. This scholarship celebrates the University’s commitment to its international student community and aims to attract academically outstanding individuals from around the world.
What is the Tongarewa Scholarship?
The Tongarewa Scholarship provides financial support in the form of a partial fee reduction for one year of study at Victoria University of Wellington. Scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence and are available to international students entering their first year of an undergraduate program or a postgraduate degree. Successful applicants will receive a substantial contribution to their tuition fees, with scholarships of NZ$10,000 available for undergraduate and postgraduate students, and NZ$5,000 for postgraduate students.
Scholarship Coverage
The Tongarewa Scholarship offers the following benefits:
- Up to 10 scholarships of NZ$10,000 for both undergraduate and postgraduate recipients.
- Up to 9 scholarships of NZ$5,000 for postgraduate recipients.
This financial support can significantly ease the burden of tuition fees, helping recipients focus on their academic and personal growth while studying at one of New Zealand’s top universities.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Tongarewa Scholarship, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Language Requirement: Proficiency in English.
- Eligible Countries: Open to international students from all countries.
- Study Level: The scholarship is available to students entering their first year of an undergraduate degree or a postgraduate degree program.
- International Fee-Paying Students: Applicants must be international students paying full international tuition fees.
Focus Areas
The scholarship is available for various fields of study at Victoria University of Wellington, including:
- Architectural Studies and Building Science
- Business
- Science
- Health
- Engineering
- Education
- English Literature
- Law
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- History and Philosophy
- Mathematics
- Linguistics
No matter your field of interest, there is an opportunity to benefit from this scholarship to further your academic journey.
Benefits Beyond Tuition Fees
In addition to the tuition fee reduction, recipients of the Tongarewa Scholarship are guaranteed a place in one of the university’s Halls of Residence, provided they submit their accommodation application by the relevant deadline. This ensures that students have access to safe and supportive on-campus living arrangements during their studies.
Application Process
To apply for the Tongarewa Scholarship, follow these steps:
- Create an Account: Start by creating an account on the university’s scholarship portal.
- Choose Your Program: Select the program you wish to apply for and check the qualifications and key dates.
- Check Application Guidelines: Review the “How to Apply” section for detailed instructions specific to your chosen program.
- Prepare Required Documents: Submit the following documents:
- A personal statement (up to 500 words) outlining your reasons for studying at Victoria University of Wellington, your academic goals, and why you deserve the scholarship. Include details of any leadership roles and community involvement.
- Full transcripts and any other relevant documents.
- An offer of place (conditional or unconditional) from the university.
Note: All communication regarding your application will be sent from admin@communityforce.com. Be sure to add this email address to your safe senders list to avoid missing important updates.
Application Deadlines
- May 01, 2025
- August 01, 2025
- November 01, 2025
Make sure to apply well in advance to ensure your eligibility and timely consideration.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to Scholarship at Uniplus Global to apply
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