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The University of Waikato has a number of scholarships and grants for many student groups, including secondary school leavers, Māori students and adult students, and in various subject areas.
For further information, visit the Scholarships Office.
The list below summarises some of the school leaver scholarships.
University of Waikato Academic Merit School Leaver Scholarship - $3,000
These Scholarships are offered to students enrolling full-time for the first time at the University of Waikato who have attended secondary school in 2011. Students must gain either the NCEA level 3 Certificate with a Merit endorsement and meet the criteria for entry to their programme OR undertake CIE examinations and achieve 200 points on the Universities & Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) tariff at AS or A level, in four subjects equivalent to the NZQA-approved subjects, with at least 30 points in each subject OR undertake the IB and achieve 30 points in Diploma. Recipients must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents and must gain University Entrance or its equivalent. These Scholarships have a value of $3,000, which can be credited towards either tuition fees or accommodation at one of the University’s Halls of Residence. There are no applications for these Scholarships; all eligible students will be automatically offered one on enrolment at the University of Waikato but CIE and IB students may have to provide verification of their results. There are some scholarships available for students who have undertaken a ‘gap year’ and applications are required for these.
Vice-Chancellor's Academic Excellence School Leaver Scholarship - $5,000
These Scholarships are offered to students enrolling full-time for the first time at the University of Waikato who have attended secondary school in 2011. Students must gain NCEA Level 3 Certificate with an Excellence endorsement and meet the criteria for entry to their programme OR undertake CIE examinations and achieve 300 points on the Universities & colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) tariff at AS or A level, in four subjects equivalent to the NZQA-approved subjects, with at least 40 points in each subject OR undertake the IB and achieve 36 points in Diploma. Recipients must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents and must gain University Entrance or its equivalent. These Scholarships have a value of $5,000, which can be credited towards either tuition fees or accommodation at one of the University’s Halls of Residence. There are no applications for these Scholarships; all eligible students will be automatically offered one on enrolment at the University of Waikato but CIE and IB students may have to provide verification of their results.There are some scholarships available for students who have undertaken a ‘gap year’ and applications are required for these.
Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship Programme - FULL FEES
The Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship Programme provides support for students studying at Waikato who have an established record of excellence in sport, or in performing or creative arts, exhibit leadership qualities, have University Entrance, and have achieved a specified number of credits at Level 3 NCEA in a specified number of approved subjects. Recipients of this award receive a full-fees Hillary Scholarship for the duration of their studies, academic support, leading coaches/tutors, free gym membership and a leadership and personal development plan.
Expected closing date 31 October.
http://www.waikato.ac.nz/hillary/
Bachelor of Engineering Fees Scholarship - $4,000
These scholarships will be offered to applicants who enrol full-time in the first year of a Bachelor of Engineering degree (BE). Preference will be given to applicants of high academic calibre who perform well in NCEA Level 3 and/or Level 4 or other qualifications recognised for University Entrance, (e.g. the Cambridge International Examinations), in the year prior to tenure. Other criteria include leadership potential, involvement in team situations, and sporting and community activities.
Expected closing date 5 January.
Bryant Residential Scholarship - $5,000
These scholarships may be awarded to first-year undergraduate students whose financial or other circumstances make accommodation within a Hall of Residence environment particularly beneficial to their academic progress in the University. Preference will be given to students who have attended a secondary school within the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Gisborne or Northland regions not more than two years prior to enrolling at Waikato for the first time. Up to $5,000 will be credited to a recipient’s accommodation costs.
Expected closing dates 31 October (Round 1) and 31 March (Round 2).
IPENZ Waikato/BOP Branch Scholarship - $1,500
This scholarship is offered to applicants who enrol full-time in the first year of a Bachelor of Engineering degree (BE). Preference will be given to applicants of high academic calibre who demonstrate a commitment to the field of engineering.
Expected closing date 31 March.
Brian Perry Charitable Trust Business Management Scholarship - $2,500
Up to two of these scholarships may be offered to applicants who enrol full-time in the first year of a degree in the Waikato Management School. Preference will be given to applicants who meet the criteria of high academic calibre, leadership potential, involvement in team situations, sporting interests and activities, and community involvement.
Expected closing date 31 March.
Brian Perry Charitable Trust Undergraduate Scholarship in Science and Engineering - $2,500
These scholarships are offered to applicants who enrol fulltime in the first year of a degree in the Faculty of Science and Engineering. Preference will be given to applicants who meet the criteria of high academic calibre, leadership potential, involvement in team situations, sporting interests and activities, and community involvement.
Expected closing date 31 March.
Faculty of Computing and Mathematical Sciences Undergraduate Scholarships - Full First-Year Fees
COMPUTER SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year the Computer Science Department offers a number of scholarships for undergraduate students enrolling in the first year of a computing programme within the Faculty of Computing and Mathematical Sciences. The scholarships are awarded on the basis of results in the University of Waikato Computer Science Scholarship Examinations, held each year in secondary schools.
Expected examination date will be in 14 October.
COMPUTER GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOLARSHIP
The Computer Graphic Design Scholarship is open to applicants who are enrolling in the first year of study towards a Bachelor of Computer Graphic Design at the University of Waikato. The scholarship is awarded based on student portfolio work. All students wishing to be considered for the scholarship must apply on the official Scholarship application form and submit this with their portfolio.
Expected closing date 14 October.
MATHEMATICS SCHOLARSHIP
The Mathematics Scholarship is open to students enrolling in the first year of study towards a Bachelor of Computing and Mathematical Sciences degree or a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Mathematics. The Scholarship will be based on the results of a competitive examination held on the Mathematics Scholarship Day.
Expected examination date 30 August.
Te Piringa - Faculty of Law Entrance Scholarship - $1,500
These scholarships may be offered to applicants studying full-time in their first year of an undergraduate degree in the Faculty of Law. These scholarships will be offered on the basis of academic merit and personal and financial circumstances.
Expected closing date 1 February.
Science Admission Fees Scholarship - $4,000
These scholarships will be offered to applicants who enrol full-time in the first year of a degree in the Faculty of Science & Engineering. Preference will be given to applicants of high academic calibre who perform well in NCEA Level 3 or other qualifications recognised for University Entrance, (eg the Cambridge International Examinations), in the year prior to tenure. Other criteria include leadership potential, involvement in team situations, and sporting and community activities.
Expected closing date 5 January.
Te Pua Wananga ki te Ao Undergraduate Excellence Awards - $1,000
These scholarships may be awarded to assist students undertaking full-time study towards an undergraduate degree in the School of Māori & Pacific Development. Selection of successful applicants will be based on academic merit, personal character and involvement in cultural, academic and community life.
Expected closing date 31 March.
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Te Tohu Paetahi Entrance Scholarship - Fees up to $4,000
These scholarships may be awarded to assist candidates enrolling for the first time in the Te Tohu Paetahi programme on a full-time basis. Up to $4,000 is credited towards the recipient’s tuition and resource fees.
Expected closing date 31 March.
The Bartlett Scholarship - $1,500
This scholarship is open for applications from students who enrol full-time in their first year of study with Waikato Management School, taking at least one paper in accounting. The scholarship is awarded primarily on the basis of academic merit as demonstrated through secondary school results. Financial circumstances will also be taken into consideration.
Expected closing date 31 March.
The Buckley Scholarship - $1,500
This scholarship is open for applications from students who enrol full-time in their first year of study with Waikato Management School, taking at least one paper in accounting. The scholarship is awarded primarily on the basis of academic merit as demonstrated through secondary school results. Financial circumstances will also be taken into consideration.
Expected closing date 31 March.
The Brian Smith Memorial Entrance Scholarship - $1,800
The Brian Smith Memorial Entrance Scholarship is awarded to a student studying in their first year with Waikato Management School. This scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit, character, community involvement and financial need.
Expected closing date 31 March.
Waikato Rugby Union Scholarship - Up to $3,000
The Waikato Rugby Union Scholarship is open to applications from students who are part of the Rugby Union Academy System and/or play representative rugby for Waikato. Initial selection criteria for this award will be based on academic merit, sporting potential, and involvement in community activities. This scholarship has a value of up to $3,000 per year and can be held for the entire duration of the recipient’s undergraduate studies at The University of Waikato, should academic and sporting performance be maintained to an acceptable standard.
Expected closing date 4 November.
