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At which New Zealand universities can I study if I win a Commonwealth Scholarship?

25 Oct 2026 · Answered by Tamanna Jaisingh · 1 min read
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If you are awarded a Commonwealth Scholarship for New Zealand, you are typically limited to a specific set of universities. The list below shows the eight institutions named for this scheme.

Universities for Commonwealth Scholarship Recipients

Universities listed for the scholarship
Auckland University of Technology
Lincoln University
Massey University
University of Auckland
University of Canterbury
University of Otago
Victoria University of Wellington
University of Waikato

About the Scheme

  • The Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP) lets member governments offer scholarships and fellowships to citizens of other Commonwealth countries.
  • For New Zealand, the scheme is described as covering Master's and PhD study.
  • If you do not qualify, you can look at other funding sources for study in New Zealand.

My Advice

Shortlist your course at one of these eight universities before you apply, since your award would be tied to them. Check the official scholarship page for the latest eligibility and university list.

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