Good news! The Tongarewa Scholarship is now open. In this article, we will explain everything about this scholarship, its benefits, and how you can apply step by step.
The Victoria University of Wellington Tongarewa Scholarship for 2026-2027 is a partially funded scholarship for international students. It is for both undergraduate and master’s studies. The scholarship gives up to NZ$10,000 to help with tuition fees.
The Tongarewa Scholarship celebrates the University’s support for international students. Each year, many students are awarded this scholarship. It’s a partial fee-based scholarship, meaning it helps pay your tuition fees for one year of study.
Students can apply if:
- They are starting their first year of a bachelor’s degree.
- They are starting a postgraduate degree at Victoria University of Wellington.
This scholarship is very competitive and is given to students with excellent grades. If you are shortlisted, you may need to give extra details to support your application. Also, if you win the scholarship, you will be guaranteed a place to stay in one of the University’s Halls of Residence, as long as you send in your accommodation application on time.
Scholarship Summary
- Level of Study: Bachelor’s (Undergraduate) or Master’s
- Institution: Victoria University of Wellington
- Study Location: New Zealand
- Fields of Study: Check the list below for available programs.
- Program Duration: Varies based on the degree you choose.
- Application Deadlines:
- May 1, 2025
- August 1, 2025
- November 1, 2025
- Make sure to check the application dates here for exact details.
Opportunity Focus Areas
- Architectural studies and building science
- Business
- Science
- Health
- Engineering
- Education
- English Literature
- Law
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- History and Philosophy
- Mathematics
- Linguistics
Scholarship Coverage
The Victoria University of Wellington Tongarewa Scholarships offer the following benefits:
- Up to 10 scholarships of NZ$10,000 for both undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Up to 9 scholarships of NZ$5,000 for postgraduate students.
Eligibility Criteria for Tongarewa Scholarships
To qualify for the Tongarewa Scholarships, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Required Language: English
- Eligible Countries: Open to all international students
- Applicants must be paying full international tuition fees
- Must be entering their first year of an undergraduate program or starting a postgraduate degree at the university
How to Apply for Victoria University of Wellington Tongarewa Scholarships?
Please follow the following application instructions to win Victoria University of Wellington Tongarewa Scholarships:
(1) Create an account here
(2) Choose your program from here then check qualifications and key dates.
(3) Look at the “How to Apply”, you will find it explained in the chosen program
(5) Required Documents and References:
- A personal statement of up to 500 words outlining why you wish to study at Victoria University of Wellington, your academic goals and why you merit the Scholarship. You should also include any leadership positions and details of your involvement in your school or community.
- Full transcripts and other documentation relevant to the qualification type.
- An offer of place from Victoria University of Wellington (conditional or unconditional).
Note:
Once you have created an account and applied for scholarships, you can expect all correspondence regarding your application to come from admin@communityforce.com. Please add this email address to your safe senders list to ensure you do not miss any crucial information regarding your scholarship application.
To know more about Victoria University of Wellington Tongarewa Scholarships, please visit the official website: