Description

The University of Auckland is pleased to announce the Vaka Moana Scholarship for 2024, aimed at supporting Pacific students embarking on their first year of undergraduate studies. This prestigious scholarship underscores the university's commitment to increasing the participation of Pacific students in tertiary education by providing substantial financial assistance and support.

About the University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university, recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, research, and providing a supportive environment for students from diverse backgrounds. The Vaka Moana Scholarship is part of the university’s broader initiative to foster educational opportunities for Pacific students.

Degree Level

University of Auckland Vaka Moana Scholarship 2024, New Zealand (Up to $20,000 with Accommodation and Laptop) is available to undertake Undergraduate level programs at University of Auckland.

Available Subjects

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

• All Subjects

Benefits

Scholarship Award:

• Successful applicants will receive a scholarship valued at up to $20,000 to support their first year of undergraduate study. The award includes:
• Accommodation: A year of catered accommodation in a single room at a Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland Hall of Residence.
• Laptop: A university-provided laptop.
• The scholarship will be recorded on the recipient's academic transcript.

Eligible Nationalities

This scholarship is only open to domestic students.

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Eligibility Criteria

• Pacific Islander Students: Applicants must be classified as Pacific students.
• New Zealand Citizenship or Residency: You must be a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Final Year of Secondary School: Be currently enrolled in your final year of study at a New Zealand secondary school or kura.
• Future Studies: Intend to enroll full-time in an undergraduate degree program, a Tertiary Foundation Certificate, or a Certificate in Health Sciences followed by an undergraduate degree at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland in the following year.  

Selection Criteria:

• School Endorsement: Quality of endorsement from your current school.
• Academic Achievement: Based on prior year's results in Level 2 or higher National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) or an equivalent qualification (Code: 1080).
• Additional Considerations: Participation in Māori performing arts, Pacific cultural activities, leadership potential, achievements in academics, sports, or arts competitions, community recognition, and personal circumstances.

Personal Circumstances:

These will be considered during selection and may include:

• Financial need
• Decile or Equity Index number of your secondary school or kura
• First in your family to attend university
• Refugee background
• Disability
• Care responsibilities for whānau (family)
• Living or attending school in a rural area

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Application Procedure

• Carefully review the eligibility criteria to ensure you qualify for this scholarship. Once you're ready, click Start Application to begin the online process (link given down below).
• We recommend reviewing the application form in advance to identify any necessary references or supporting documents and to familiarize yourself with the required information. Please complete all sections of the application by the deadline of 21 August 2024.
• Avoid opening multiple scholarship applications in the same browser window.
• Applicants will be notified of the selection committee's decision approximately eight weeks after the deadline.