Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships
Full tuition, living allowance of NZD $530/week, medical insurance, and airfare
Scholarship Overview & FAQs
Manaaki New Zealand Government Scholarships
Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships represent the New Zealand Government's official development assistance program, helping students from developing nations gain high-quality education to improve their home countries.
Coverage & Financial Benefits
- Full tuition fees covered
- Weekly living allowance (NZD $530) to cover basic food and housing
- Medical insurance, flights, and thesis cost allowances
Eligibility Criteria
- 1Must be from an eligible developing country in Asia, Pacific, Africa, or Latin America
- 2Must be under 39 years old at the start of study
- 3Must have at least 1 year of full-time work experience (or 2 years part-time)
Required Application Documents
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- Work experience verification letters
- IELTS/TOEFL test results (minimum IELTS 6.5)
- Research proposal (for PhD)
Host University
University of Auckland
Auckland, New ZealandThe University of Auckland is a public research university in Auckland, New Zealand. It is the largest university in New Zealand. It was established in 1883 as Auckland University College, a constituent college of the University of New Zealand, following the passage of the Auckland University College Act 1882. In its early years the college operated from a disused courthouse and jail. The University’s Māori name, Waipapa Taumata Rau, was gifted by Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei in 2021.
View Admission GuideApplication Process
- Step 1Verify your country's eligibility on the official portal.
- Step 2Register your account and complete the eligibility test.
- Step 3Apply online during the active window, submitting leadership essays and transcripts.