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Scholarship details

Pacific Excellence Scholarship
Study levels Entrance
Value Up to $20,000 over three years
Close date Sunday, 31 August 2025
Ethnicities PasifikaPacific
Domestic/international Domestic Only

About the scholarship

The Pacific Excellence Scholarship was established in 2018 to support the University of Waikato's commitment to recognise and foster the excellence of our Pacific students. The Scholarship is awarded based on meritorious achievement and connection to the Pacific community.

Entry requirements

For domestic students of Pacific Island descent who are currently studying at NCEA Level 3 towards University Entrance and who intend to enrol full-time (120 points) in an undergraduate degree programme at the University of Waikato in 2026.