This scholarship is open for applications

Scholarship details

GWNZ Fellowships
Study levels PhD
Value Up to $10,000
Gender Female
Length One year
Open date Tuesday, 1 April 2025
Close date Saturday, 31 May 2025
Domestic/international Both domestic and international

About the scholarship

Fellowships for women to do doctoral study at a tertiary institution in New Zealand or overseas.

The purpose of the GWNZ Fellowships are to provide recognition and financial assistance to outstanding female degree graduates who undertake doctoral study. 

Selection Criteria

  • Proposed study
  • Academic profile
  • Achievements
  • Financial circumstances 
  • Potential impact



How To Apply

Apply via the GWNZ scholarships portal


What you receive

Up to $10,000

Entry requirements

The applicant is a female degree graduate, who:

  • is confirmed for doctoral study at an approved tertiary institution in New Zealand or overseas 
  • is a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident
  • does not hold another GWNZ - Charitable Trust scholarship