Where to find scholarships
Find out where to look for scholarship information.
What's on this page?
Scholarships may pay costs, such as fees or accommodation, or give you money to support your study.
Find scholarships online
StudySpy
Search StudySpy’s website for New Zealand and international scholarships by location, study level, provider and ethnicity.
Generosity New Zealand
Search Generosity New Zealand’s givME database for scholarships. Access the database at some:
- Citizens Advice Bureaux, public libraries community centres
- secondary schools, universities and polytechnics.
Education providers’ websites
Visit education providers’ websites to find out about their scholarships.
Our courses database shows website addresses and contact details for education providers, and sample scholarships for qualifications.
Who to ask about scholarships
Ask about scholarships from :
- your school careers adviser
- student support and liaison officers at places where you're interested in studying.
Scholarships for Māori and Pacific learners
Find out about scholarships aimed at Māori and Pacific learners.
What does Fees Free mean for my scholarship?
If you’re doing tertiary study or training you may be eligible for the Fees Free scheme.
If you've been awarded a scholarship that pays for your fees, contact your scholarship provider to discuss your situation, and how the Fees Free scheme could affect it.
Find out more
Updated 4 Jul 2024