Where to find scholarships

Scholarships may pay costs, such as fees or accommodation, or give you money to support your study.

StudySpy

Search StudySpy’s website for New Zealand and international scholarships by location, study level, provider and ethnicity.

• StudySpy website - search for scholarships

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.

• Generosity NZ website - about givME

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.

• Courses database - courses and contact details for education providers

Ask about scholarships from :

• your school careers adviser
• student support and liaison officers at places where you're interested in studying.

Find out about scholarships aimed at Māori and Pacific learners.

• Scholarships for Māori learners
• Scholarships for Pacific learners

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.

• Fees Free website - check your eligibility

• How to apply for scholarships
• StudyLink website - how scholarships can affect student allowances and loans