Manaaki New Zealand Government Scholarships 2026 (Fully Funded)

🏆 Scholarship

Government of New Zealand

About this scholarship

The Manaaki New Zealand Government Scholarships 2026 offer an outstanding opportunity for international students to pursue fully funded higher education in New Zealand, one of the world’s most welcoming and academically advanced countries.

Field of study All Fields

Degree level Master's, PhD, Graduate

Type Need-based

Requirements

Be a citizen of an eligible country
Be aged 18–40 years at the start of the study
Meet academic entry requirements for the chosen program
Have relevant work experience (for postgraduate applicants)
Meet New Zealand student visa requirements
Secure admission to an eligible New Zealand institution
Provide English language proficiency if awarded
Submit a research proposal and supervisor support (PhD applicants only)

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Application route

Direct scholarship application

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