How to apply for a scholarship
Select your region to find the application process for your country.
Applications for Samoa Foundation open midnight 4 August 2026 and close midday 4 September 2026
Applicants for a Manaaki Scholarship are required to upload a copy of the academic transcript for your qualification, including the Grading Scale. NB: Please note this is not a requirement for Samoa Foundation applicants.
If you are having trouble selecting your study preferences, this guide might help you navigate that part of the application process.
If you are shortlisted, you will be asked to provide verified English-translated copies of the academic transcripts and completion certificates.
Applications to study in New Zealand
Eligible citizens from the Pacific who want to study in New Zealand can apply for a Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship online here. Note: Cook Islands scholars apply to their own Government scholarships here.
If you are an eligible citizen from Kiribati, Niue, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, you can apply here for a Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship to study at one of two Pacific universities.
Applications to study in New Zealand
Citizens from eligible Asian countries who want to study in New Zealand can apply for a Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship online here.
Application limits
Please note that the Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship Programme application system may close early to countries with a large volume of applications. To avoid disappointment, we strongly recommend applying as early as possible.