University of Auckland Scholarships Face October 14–15 Application Deadlines
Students planning to study at the University of Auckland in New Zealand should review the university's scholarship calendar, with several awards scheduled to close on October 14 and October 15, 2026. The opportunities cover undergraduate study, law, engineering, mathematics and statistics, but eligibility varies considerably by scholarship.
Applicants should check each award's conditions before applying. Some scholarships are restricted to New Zealand citizens or permanent residents, particular schools or Māori and Pacific students. International applicants should focus on awards that explicitly accept international students and confirm whether a separate scholarship application is required.
University of Auckland Scholarships: Key Deadlines
| Scholarship | Closing date | Eligibility overview |
|---|---|---|
| AUEA Māori Engineering Pathway Award | October 14, 2026 | Eligible Māori students entering first-year engineering |
| AUEA Pacific Engineering Pathway Award | October 14, 2026 | Eligible Pacific students entering first-year engineering |
| Brian Boyd First in Family Scholarship | October 14, 2026 | New Zealand citizens or permanent residents who are the first in their family to attend university |
| Business School Inspiring Futures Scholarship | October 14, 2026 | Eligible students from specified schools entering selected Business School degrees |
| Olive Malienafau Nelson Pasifika Scholarship for Excellence | October 14, 2026 | Eligible Pasifika students in specified later stages of an LLB or LLB(Hons) |
| University of Auckland Faculty of Law Entry Level Scholarship | October 15, 2026 | Recent school-leavers planning to study law |
| Jean Heywood Scholarship | October 15, 2026 | Eligible graduates of Epsom Girls' Grammar School studying Mathematics or Statistics |
| Trimble Karahipi Hangarau/Technology Scholarship | October 15, 2026 | Eligible Māori and Pacific students in specified technology-related programmes |
The dates above are listed on the University of Auckland's official scholarships website. Each scholarship has its own eligibility rules, award value and selection process.
Scholarships Closing on October 14
Brian Boyd First in Family Scholarship
This scholarship supports a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident who will be the first person in their family to attend university and is entering the first year of an undergraduate degree at the University of Auckland. The award is worth up to NZ$8,000 per year for up to three years, subject to the scholarship regulations.
Olive Malienafau Nelson Pasifika Scholarship for Excellence
This award provides up to NZ$12,000 to support eligible Pasifika students entering Part III or Part IV of an LLB or LLB(Hons) degree. It recognises academic excellence, leadership and service, and is intended for students who meet the scholarship's specific law-study requirements.
Engineering Pathway Awards
The AUEA Māori Engineering Pathway Award and AUEA Pacific Engineering Pathway Award support eligible students entering the first year of a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) or an associated conjoint degree. Applicants should review the official regulations for nationality, identity, enrolment and other requirements.
Scholarships Closing on October 15
University of Auckland Faculty of Law Entry Level Scholarship
This award is intended for recent school-leavers planning to begin an LLB or LLB conjoint degree. The university lists awards of up to NZ$1,000 per year for up to two years, with up to ten scholarships available under the published description.
Jean Heywood Scholarship
The Jean Heywood Scholarship offers up to NZ$10,000 for one year to an eligible graduate of Epsom Girls' Grammar School enrolling full-time in an undergraduate degree majoring or specialising in Mathematics and/or Statistics.
Trimble Karahipi Hangarau/Technology Scholarship
This scholarship provides NZ$8,000 to support an eligible Māori or Pacific student enrolled in specified technology-related undergraduate programmes. The university's scholarship listing identifies eligible programmes and study stages; candidates should review the regulations before applying.
What International Students Should Know
Not every scholarship closing on October 14 or 15 is open to international students. Several awards are restricted by citizenship or permanent residency, school background, ethnicity, or the stage and subject of study. International applicants should not assume that admission to the university automatically makes them eligible for every listed award.
The university also offers scholarships specifically for some international students. For example, the University of Auckland International School Leaver Scholarship is available to eligible international students who attended a New Zealand secondary school and are entering the first year of an undergraduate degree. Its published closing date is October 21, 2026, rather than October 14 or 15.
Eligible new international master's students seeking an International Student Excellence Scholarship for Semester One or Quarter Two 2027 must hold a conditional or unconditional programme offer by October 20, 2026. Invitations to complete the supplementary scholarship application are scheduled for October 21, with submissions due by November 4, 2026.
How to Apply
- Visit the University of Auckland's official scholarship listings.
- Open the individual scholarship page and read the eligibility regulations carefully.
- Check the closing date, required supporting documents and any reference or endorsement requirements.
- Complete the online scholarship application where one is required.
- Submit all required sections before the stated deadline and monitor your email for updates.
Applicants should also check their degree application separately. Scholarship deadlines and university admission deadlines are not necessarily the same, and meeting one does not automatically satisfy the other.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which University of Auckland scholarships close on October 14, 2026?
The university lists several awards, including the Brian Boyd First in Family Scholarship, AUEA Māori and Pacific Engineering Pathway Awards, and Olive Malienafau Nelson Pasifika Scholarship for Excellence.
Which scholarships close on October 15?
The University of Auckland Faculty of Law Entry Level Scholarship, Jean Heywood Scholarship and Trimble Karahipi Hangarau/Technology Scholarship are among the awards listed for October 15.
Can international students apply for all these scholarships?
No. Eligibility varies, and some awards are restricted to New Zealand citizens or permanent residents or to specific school backgrounds and student groups.
Is there a University of Auckland scholarship for international school-leavers?
Yes. The International School Leaver Scholarship is available to eligible international students who attended a New Zealand secondary school and are entering the first year of an undergraduate degree. Its published closing date is October 21, 2026.
Where can students find official scholarship information?
Students should use the university's official scholarships directory and the individual award pages to verify eligibility, award value, documentation requirements and deadlines.
For current information, visit the University of Auckland scholarships currently open page and the international student scholarships guide.
