Description: The Tongarewa International Scholarship is a prestigious award provided by Victoria University of Wellington, recognizing the institution's strong commitment to supporting its international student community. This scholarship is designed to help ease the financial burden of tuition fees for international students who are starting their studies at the University.
It is a partial fee scholarship, meaning it will contribute towards the tuition fees for one year of study. The scholarship is available to new international students who are entering their first year of study, either in an undergraduate or postgraduate program at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.
Scholarships are awarded competitively, based on the applicant’s academic performance and achievements. The value of the scholarship will range from $5,000 to $10,000, depending on the level of academic excellence demonstrated.
Eligibility: To be eligible for the Tongarewa International Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be international students who are paying full international tuition fees.
- Be applying for the scholarship in the trimester they are beginning their studies. For example, students entering in Trimester 1 must use the Trimester 1 application.
- Be entering their first year of an undergraduate degree or a postgraduate degree at Victoria University of Wellington.
How to Apply: Apply online