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Scholarship details

Arahanga Scholarship
Study levels Degree
Value Up to $8,000
Close date Sunday, 30 November 2025
Ethnicities Maori
Domestic/international Domestic Only

About the scholarship

The Scholarship was established to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Māori Studies at Te Herenga Waka-Victoria University of Wellington. It acknowledges Te Kawa Māui's continued commitment to providing opportunities for Māori students to learn about Māori culture and society, explore Māori customs, history and traditions and practice how to participate in the Māori world. The Scholarship is for Māori students who successfully complete the Tohu Māoritanga/Diploma of Māoritanga qualification and are returning to move into undergraduate study at Te Herenga Waka-Victoria University of Wellington. This Scholarship is sponsored by the Office of Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Māori).

Entry requirements

Applicants must: * Be of Māori descent. * Have completed the Tohu Māoritanga programme post 2022. * Have applied for an undergraduate degree programme at the University.