Victoria University of Wellington International School-Leaver Excellence Scholarship 2027 in New Zealand (NZ$10,000) | Undergraduate Scholarship | Deadline: 1 September 2026
Are you an outstanding international student currently studying in a New Zealand secondary school? The Victoria University of Wellington International School-Leaver Excellence Scholarship 2027 offers NZ$10,000 towards tuition fees for exceptional students beginning their undergraduate studies at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.
This prestigious scholarship is designed to recognize academic excellence and support talented international school-leavers as they pursue higher education in New Zealand.
Scholarship Summary
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- NZ$10,000 scholarship towards tuition fees in their second year of undergraduate study.
- Recognition for outstanding academic achievement.
- Opportunity to study at one of New Zealand's leading universities.
- Financial support to reduce the cost of higher education.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Victoria University of Wellington International School-Leaver Excellence Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be an international full-fee paying student.
- Have completed at least two full years (Year 12 and Year 13) at a New Zealand secondary school.
- Be enrolling in the first year of their first undergraduate degree at Victoria University of Wellington.
- Have achieved NCEA Level 2 (or Level 3 completed in Year 12) with Excellence endorsement, or an equivalent qualification.
- Begin their studies in Trimester 1 of the year following the scholarship application.
Selection Process
Scholarships are awarded based on academic merit.
The university evaluates applicants according to:
- Academic excellence.
- Overall strength of the application.
- Supporting documentation submitted before the deadline.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit:
- A personal statement.
- A reference letter from their school principal or an authorized nominee (requested through the online application system).
Application Deadline
1 September 2026
Late or incomplete applications may not be considered.
How to Apply
Interested students should complete the official online scholarship application through the Victoria University of Wellington scholarship portal before the deadline and ensure all required documents are submitted.