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.
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
School leaver scholarship opportunities for students starting their university journey straight from secondary school.
Postgraduate students
Scholarship opportunities for students who have completed a degree and working towards higher study.
International students
Scholarships available for our international students studying at the University of Waikato.
Information about
External funding
Alternative funding opportunities from external organisations.
Prizes
The prizes offered in various subject areas.
Funded research projects
Funded research projects advertised by academic staff.
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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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.
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Scholarship recipient honours cherished former staff member
Third year Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Science student, Petra Guy, is the inaugural recipient of the Huy Tien Vu Scholarship.
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.