Vice‑Chancellor’s International Excellence Scholarship

University of Waikato – New Zealand

The Vice‑Chancellor’s International Excellence Scholarship supports high-achieving international students beginning their studies at the University of Waikato. It recognizes academic merit and helps ease tuition costs for undergraduate and postgraduate students.

🎓 Scholarship Value

• Up to NZD $15,000 toward tuition fees
• Applied to the first year of study, usually split across two trimesters
• Undergraduate students may receive up to $15,000; postgraduate taught students may receive up to $10,000

✅ Eligibility

• Open to new international students enrolling for the first time at Waikato
• Must hold a conditional or unconditional offer of admission
• Minimum GPA equivalent to a B+ average
• Not available for students entering through sponsorships, exchange programs, or foundation diplomas

📆 Application Details

• Rolling application process with decisions typically within 8–12 weeks
• Applications must be submitted at least 4 weeks before the start of a trimester
• Key intakes: Trimester A, B, and C (deadlines generally fall in November, April, August, and October depending on intake)

🌟 Additional Opportunities

Recipients may also be invited to act as student ambassadors, representing the University of Waikato internationally.