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Are there scholarships available for studying in New Zealand for a Master's/PhD?

17 Aug 2026 · Answered by Rakshitha Muthukumar · 1 min read
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Yes, several scholarships are available for Indian students planning to study in New Zealand.

- New Zealand Excellence Awards (NZEA): Partial tuition scholarships (NZD 5,000 - 20,000) for undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Consideration is automatic with university applications if you meet academic criteria.
- Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships: Fully funded, covering tuition, living allowance, travel, and insurance. Highly competitive and open to students from developing countries, including India.
- University-specific scholarships: Many universities offer merit-based awards for international students, such as the University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship (up to NZD 10,000) and Otago's International Master's Research Scholarship (NZD 15,000 plus tuition).
- New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarships: For Master's and PhD students from Commonwealth countries, covering tuition, living, and travel.

Eligibility and application processes vary by scholarship and are subject to change. With your academic and professional background, you are a strong candidate. For next steps, connect with your LeapScholar counsellor for guidance on applications and deadlines.

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Tuition fees and scholarships for studying in New Zealand depend on your program and university:

- Undergraduate tuition: NZD 22,000 - 30,000/year
- Postgraduate (master’s) tuition: NZD 28,000 - 38,000/year
- PhD tuition: NZD 7,500 - 10,000/year
- Living expenses: NZD 1,500 - 2,700/month
- Visa fee: ~NZD 850 (subject to change)
- Health insurance: NZD 500 - 900/year

Scholarships: Options include fully funded government scholarships (Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships), partial tuition awards like the New Zealand Excellence Awards (NZD 5,000 - 20,000), and university-specific merit scholarships (up to NZD 20,000). Most are competitive and require strong academics.

Scholarship amounts and criteria are subject to change.

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Yes, scholarships are available for master's programs in both Germany and New Zealand.

- Germany: Scholarships like the DAAD Study Scholarship offer full funding for international students, including a monthly stipend, health insurance, and travel allowance. Eligibility usually requires strong academics and recent graduation. Deadlines and requirements are subject to change.

- New Zealand: Several universities offer scholarships such as tuition fee waivers and living stipends for international master's students. Examples include the University of Otago International Master's Research Scholarship and Vice-Chancellor’s International Postgraduate Scholarships. Application periods and amounts vary by program and year.

Scholarship details and eligibility are subject to change.

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Yes, scholarships are available for studying in both New Zealand and Ireland. Options and eligibility depend on the country, university, and program.

In New Zealand:
- Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships: Fully funded government scholarships for students from developing countries, covering tuition, living allowance, travel, and insurance.
- Many universities offer merit-based scholarships for international students, such as tuition waivers or stipends.

In Ireland:
- Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES): Covers full tuition and provides a living stipend for one year of master's or PhD study; highly competitive.
- Irish universities also offer merit-based scholarships that may cover partial or full tuition fees.

Eligibility and amounts vary by academic record and program.

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