Tongarewa International Scholarship for Spring 2025 Intake
The Tongarewa International Scholarship at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington is an excellent opportunity for international students aiming to pursue higher education in New Zealand. This scholarship reflects the university’s commitment to supporting the global student community by providing financial assistance to outstanding international students.
Whether you’re entering your first year of an undergraduate degree or starting a postgraduate program, this scholarship can help you achieve your academic goals.
Sponsorship Benefits
The Tongarewa International Scholarship offers significant financial support to successful applicants. The key benefits include:
- Scholarship Value: $5,000 or $10,000 towards tuition fees for one year of study.
- Guaranteed Accommodation: Recipients are guaranteed an offer of a place in one of the university’s Halls of Residence, provided an accommodation application is submitted by the University Accommodation Wellington deadline.
- Academic Excellence Recognition: This scholarship is awarded based on academic merit, highlighting your achievements and potential.
- Partial Fee Support: The scholarship is credited directly to tuition fees, reducing the financial burden of your education.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Tongarewa International Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be international students paying full international fees.
- Be entering their first year of an undergraduate degree or starting a postgraduate degree at Victoria University of Wellington.
Ineligibility:
- Students who completed their secondary education at a New Zealand school.
- Those who have completed the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) or Foundation Studies Programme.
- Study Abroad or Twinning students from overseas partner universities.
- Students in their second year of the same degree program at Victoria University of Wellington.
Application Process
The application process for the Tongarewa International Scholarship is straightforward but requires careful attention to detail:
- Online Application: https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/scholarships/current/tongarewa-international-scholarship
- Required Documentation: Ensure all supporting documents are submitted by the deadline. This includes:
- A personal statement (up to 500 words) outlining why you wish to study at Victoria University of Wellington, your academic goals, and why you deserve the scholarship. Mention any leadership roles and community involvement.
- Full transcripts and other relevant documentation.
- An offer of place from Victoria University of Wellington (conditional or unconditional).
Note: Applications usually open one month before the closing date. If the application link is not available, check back closer to the deadline.
Application Deadline
For the Spring 2025 intake, the application deadline of Tongarewa is November 1, 2024. Ensure all parts of your application, including supporting documents, are submitted by this date to be considered for the scholarship.
