University of Auckland Pacific Academic Excellence Scholarship – University of Auckland

Application status: Not currently open for applications
Applicable study: First year of undergraduate study for Pacific students
Opening date: 21 May 2025
Closing date: 13 August 2025
Tenure: Three years
For: Assistance with study (including one year of accommodation)
Number on offer: Up to 25
Offer rate: Annually
Value: Up to $25,000 in total comprising one year of catered accommodation in a Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland Hall of Residence in the first year plus $5,000 paid in instalments

The Scholarship was established in 2016 and is funded by Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland.

The main purpose of the Scholarship is to recognise and reward exceptional academic performance combined with outstanding sporting, artistic, cultural and / or leadership achievements among Pacific students.

Scholarship applications will usually open around six weeks before the closing date. Please read the regulations carefully to be sure you are eligible before you apply.

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