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NZIER Women in Economics scholarship

Scholarship details

NZIER Women in Economics scholarship
Study levels Degree
Value NZ$2,500 per annum for two years
Gender female
Close date Monday, 15 June 2026
Domestic/international Domestic Only

About the scholarship

Established in 2026 by the University of Otago, with generous support from the New Zealand Institute of Economic Research (NZIER). This scholarship is intended to encourage and support women studying economics at undergraduate level, and strengthen pathways into economics-related careers. It provides two years of financial assistance for full-time study (or part-time equivalent).

Entry requirements

Applicants must be: a New Zealand citizen or New Zealand residence class visa holder, female, or gender diverse identifying as female, and enrolled (or planning to enrol) in 200-level study towards an undergraduate degree with a major in Economics. The following factors shall be considered in selecting the scholarship: Academic merit or promise, Commitment to, or interest in, a career in economics, Community, volunteer, cultural, sporting, or other extracurricular involvement, Financial or other personal hardship presenting a barrier to study.