University of Otago Global Scholarship 2026

University of Otago Global Scholarship 2026 – $15,000 New Zealand Scholarship

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Overview of University of Otago Global Scholarship

Established in 2024, the University of Otago – Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka Global Scholarship supports international students from nominated countries and/or those planning to study specific programmes at New Zealand's oldest university. This prestigious scholarship helps international students become valued members of the University of Otago community while pursuing full-time undergraduate degree-level study or approved foundation diploma programmes . The scholarship provides a $15,000 credit towards tuition fees for one year of study .

◆ $15,000 tuition fee credit for one year .
◆ Open to international students from nominated countries .
◆ For full-time undergraduate degree-level study .
◆ Study on campus throughout the duration of studies .
◆ Check fully funded scholarships in New Zealand for international students for similar opportunities.

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Available Programmes – University of Otago Global Scholarship

The scholarship supports:

◆ Full-time undergraduate degree-level study .
◆ Approved foundation diploma programmes (with objective of progressing into an undergraduate degree) .
◆ Study from 100-level (first year) through to degree attainment .
◆ Explore latest scholarships in New Zealand for all nationalities for more field options.

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Scholarship Benefits

★ $15,000 value with a one-year tenure .
★ Payment made as a credit towards tuition fees only .
★ For semester 2 commencement: $7,500 released in semester 2, $7,500 released in semester 1 of the following year .
★ Opportunity to study at New Zealand's oldest and most prestigious university .
★ Explore New Zealand's latest scholarships in 2026 for more details.

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Eligibility Criteria

◉ Must be an international student from a nominated country .
◉ Must be enrolling in full-time undergraduate degree-level study or approved foundation diploma .
◉ Must intend to study at the University of Otago from 100-level (first year) through to degree attainment .
◉ Must study on campus throughout the duration of studies .
◉ Students sponsored by home Government or New Zealand Government are not eligible .
◉ May not be held simultaneously with another University of Otago Undergraduate Entrance Scholarship (UES) .
◆ See financial aids for students in Oceania for more funding options.

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Selection Process

Selection is based on:

◆ Academic potential .
◆ Enrolment in full-time undergraduate degree-level study or approved foundation diploma .
◆ Intention to study from 100-level (first year) through to degree attainment .
◆ Applicants from nominated countries and/or undertaking specified programmes .
◆ On-campus study throughout the duration of studies .
◆ list of all open scholarships in Oceania for additional opportunities.

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Application Process

◆ For students with secondary school/Foundation study in New Zealand:
◉ Submit through the online Entrance Scholarship application system .
◉ Complete first stages of enrolment through eVision .
◉ Application period: 1 July to 15 August .

◆ For students with study background outside New Zealand:
◉ Agree in your application for study (through eVision) to be considered for international scholarships .

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Important Dates

Application Period: 1 July to 15 August annually .

◆ Scholarship for the following academic year.
◆ Semester 2 commencement: Scholarship applies with split release.
◆ Deferral of the scholarship is not possible .
◆ Check the official University of Otago website for any updates.

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Important Terms and Conditions

◆ Scholarship is payable only as a credit towards tuition fees .
◆ Students starting in semester 2 are eligible .
◆ Deferral of the scholarship is not possible .
◆ Only one scholarship will be awarded per student .
◆ If residency status changes to domestic, the University may suspend or terminate the scholarship .
◆ Upon termination of enrolment, entitlement is cancelled and repayment may be required .
◆ The list of nominated countries and eligible programmes is published on the University of Otago scholarships database .

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Why Choose University of Otago Global Scholarship

◆ Study at New Zealand's oldest and most prestigious university .
◆ $15,000 tuition fee credit for international students .
◆ Opportunity to study in Dunedin, one of New Zealand's most beautiful cities .
◆ Access to world-class education and research facilities .
◆ Be part of a diverse and welcoming university community .
◆ Explore fully funded scholarships in New Zealand for international students for similar programs.

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Final Thoughts – University of Otago Global Scholarship

◆ This is an excellent opportunity for international students from nominated countries .
◆ The scholarship provides significant financial support towards tuition fees .
◆ Apply during the 1 July to 15 August application period .
◆ For more opportunities, explore latest scholarships in New Zealand for all nationalities .

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