Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships 2027
Fully Funded Master's & PhD Scholarships
New Zealand Government – Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT)
Program Location
• New Zealand
The Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships 2027 are prestigious fully funded postgraduate scholarships offered by the New Zealand Government to outstanding students from eligible developing countries. The program supports talented individuals pursuing Master's and PhD degrees at leading universities and higher education institutions across New Zealand.
Designed to develop future leaders, the scholarship equips recipients with advanced academic knowledge, research experience, and leadership skills that contribute to the sustainable development of their home countries. Scholars are expected to return home after graduation to apply their expertise and create positive social and economic impact.
Eligibility Criteria
• Must be a citizen of an eligible country
• Must meet the academic requirements for postgraduate study
• Must satisfy the English language requirements (where applicable)
• Must apply for a full-time Master's or PhD program
• Proposed study should align with New Zealand's priority development sectors
• Must demonstrate leadership potential and commitment to contributing to home country development
• Must be willing to return to their home country after completing the scholarship
Funding / Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants receive:
• Full tuition fees
• Return international airfare
• Living allowance (stipend)
• Establishment allowance upon arrival
• Medical and travel insurance
• Research and thesis funding (where applicable)
• Travel support for approved research activities
• Reintegration allowance upon returning home (where applicable)
• Access to world-class universities and research facilities
• Leadership development and international networking opportunities
Eligible Programs
• Master's Degree Programs
• PhD (Doctoral) Degree Programs
Eligible Countries
• Open to applicants from eligible developing countries across Africa, Asia, the Pacific, Latin America, and the Caribbean
Host Institutions
• University of Auckland
• Auckland University of Technology (AUT)
• University of Waikato
• Massey University
• Victoria University of Wellington
• University of Canterbury
• Lincoln University
• University of Otago
• Southern Institute of Technology
• Unitec Institute of Technology
Programme Features
• Fully Funded New Zealand Government Scholarship
• Full Tuition Fee Coverage
• Monthly Living Allowance
• Return International Airfare
• Medical and Travel Insurance
• Establishment Allowance
• Research & Thesis Support
• Study at Top New Zealand Universities
• Leadership Development Opportunities
• International Networking
• Master's & PhD Programs Available
• World-Class Education in New Zealand
23 augustus 2026