Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships for International Tertiary Students (2026): Fully Funded Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Vocational Study Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships (Government of New Zealand) in New Zealand

The Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships offer fully funded opportunities for international students to pursue undergraduate, postgraduate, vocational, and short-term professional training in New Zealand or its Pacific partner universities. These government-funded scholarships are designed to support future leaders from eligible countries, focusing on sustainable development and leadership skills. The scholarships cover a wide range of academic fields, with priority subjects tailored to each region's development needs, including governance, public health, climate change, renewable energy, and resilience leadership.

Eligibility is based on citizenship of an eligible partner country, age, and relevant academic or professional experience. Applicants must complete an online eligibility questionnaire and prepare supporting documents such as academic transcripts, personal statements, work experience evidence, and health/visa documents. The application window for the 2026 intake opens on March 1, 2026, and closes on March 31, 2026. The selection process includes interviews to assess academic plans, motivation, and the potential impact on the applicant's home country.

The scholarship package is comprehensive, covering full tuition fees, return air travel, travel and medical insurance, a living allowance, establishment and research support funds, and return travel home during long programmes. This makes the Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships one of the most generous government scholarship programmes globally. Applicants are encouraged to start early, research priority study subjects, and demonstrate how their studies will benefit their communities or countries.

For more information and to apply, visit the official New Zealand Scholarships website. Stay updated on country-specific requirements and detailed guidance documents. Contact [email protected] or [email protected] for further inquiries.