Waikato University nurses backed with Southern Cross scholarship boost
Nine Bachelor of Nursing students have received up to $30,000 per student to help with study and clinical placement costs.
Scholarships
The University of Waikato and our partners provide various scholarship and award options to help students cover fees and living expenses, as well as to foster academic and research excellence.
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School leavers
Information on school leaver scholarships and the application process.
Postgraduate students
A filtered list of both taught and research postgraduate scholarship opportunities. For students who have completed a degree and working towards higher study.
International students
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Find out how to apply for scholarships, application timelines and the differences between the types of accommodation scholarships.
Scholarship FAQs
Answers to common questions about applying scholarships of all levels, including information on referees, application tracking, and what happens after you submit.
FAQs for international scholarships
Answers to frequently asked questions from international students applying for scholarships at the University of Waikato.
Funded research projects
Funded research projects advertised by academic staff.
External funding
Alternative funding opportunities from external organisations.
Prizes
The prizes offered in various subject areas.
Summer Research Scholarship Programme
The Summer Research Programme provides promising undergraduate, final-year honours and first-year master’s degree students enrolled in taught papers, the opportunity to experience the challenges and rewards of research.
International scholarships
Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship Programme
The Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship is one of the University’s top scholarships for school-leavers.
Scholarship news
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Planting the future: a lifetime love of nature lives on at Waikato
The University received $5 million from the George Mason Charitable Trust, ensuring Waikato students continue to be supported through scholarships and research projects.
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Scholarship for Climate Change
A Mount Maunganui student and keen surfer is the inaugural recipient of the Toi Moana Climate Change Scholarship awarded by the Bay of Plenty Regional Council.
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Waikato MBA scholarships support regional business talent
Discover the winners of the Waikato MBA Emerging Leaders Award winners for 2023.
Student life
As a Waikato student, you'll become part of our diverse community, made up of people with different cultures, ages, ethnicities, ideas and goals. Whether you're studying in Hamilton or Tauranga, our welcoming and vibrant atmosphere, range of clubs and social events, and fully equipped campuses will provide everything you need for your university journey.
Accommodation
We have accommodation options available for both our Hamilton and Tauranga campuses. Our Halls of Residences offer a home-away-from-home environment with full support, catered options and the opportunity to make lifelong friends. We also have homestay options for those under 18 years old and accommodation available over the summer break.