The New Zealand Government offers full scholarships to eligible citizens from selected countries to study at New Zealand universities, including the University of Otago.
These scholarships cover full-time undergraduate and postgraduate study at New Zealand universities. They include expenses such as tuition fees, return airfares, insurance, basic living costs, and set-up costs in New Zealand.
Eligible students
To check your eligibility, please review the details on the Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships website:
- Check eligible countries
- Check eligible study subjects (including study levels, e.g. Undergraduate or Postgraduate)
- Check eligibility criteria
2025 application dates
The next tertiary Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships application round for all eligible countries and regions will open on 1 February 2025.
Applications are online through the Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships website.
Finding qualifications and majors/subjects at Otago
The Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships strongly recommend certain study subjects based on the social and economic needs of your country. For more information on these recommended subjects, please visit the website:
View recommended study subjects on the the Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships website
While the University of Otago offers most study subjects recommended by the Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships, it’s important to note that the terminology may differ, and the Manaaki subjects might not exactly match Otago’s subjects/majors. To help applicants align Otago’s degree qualifications and subjects/ majors with the themes, sectors, and subjects recommended by the Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships, Otago has compiled the following guide:
Otago study options: A guide for applicants
Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship – University of Otago guide (PDF)
(Updated 14 January 2025)
Watch our webinar recording
Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships webinar 2025
Insights and application tips from the University of Otago. This webinar is designed exclusively for students who are interested in applying for a Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship to study at the University of Otago.
Please contact international-connect@otago.ac.nz if you need more help choosing Otago subjects, majors or qualifications.
Manaaki scholars – support at the University of Otago
The University of Otago is proud to have hosted many New Zealand government-funded scholars over the years. We are committed to providing exceptional academic and pastoral care for Manaaki New Zealand scholars and highly value the relationships we build with each individual. We look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant University of Otago community and supporting you throughout your academic journey.