New Zealand Auckland Doctoral Scholarship supports students offered a place in a doctoral programme with stipend, tuition fees and associated support. The Auckland Doctoral Scholarship is awarded in competitive rounds each year and the first sentence here names the scheme.
The scholarship is provided by the University of Auckland and is managed through its doctoral scholarship rounds and faculty/LSRI/URC processes. The provider publishes Terms and Statute documents and offers faculty-level opportunities and guaranteed scholarships for eligible Māori and Pacific applicants.
Auckland Doctoral Scholarship Benefits
- a tax-free stipend of $35,468 per annum with an annual CPI adjustment to the stipend value for up to 42 months FTE.
- tuition fees for up to 42 months FTE.
- single student Health Insurance compulsory charge, if applicable.
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Auckland Doctoral Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
- Any student who is offered a place in a doctoral programme will be considered for a University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship.
- There are guaranteed scholarships for Māori applicants with a New Zealand university qualifying programme GPA of 7.0 or above who are offered a place in a doctoral programme.
- There are guaranteed scholarships for Pacific applicants with a New Zealand university qualifying programme GPA of 7.0 or above who are offered a place in a doctoral programme.
- Do not enrol in the programme before we have considered you for a scholarship and advised you of the outcome.
How to Apply for Auckland Doctoral Scholarship
- It’s easy! Any student who is offered a place in a doctoral programme will be considered for a University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship. Just make sure you do not enrol in the programme before we have considered you for a scholarship and advised you of the outcome.
- When you apply for your doctoral programme, you will have the opportunity to confirm whether or not you also wish to be considered for a University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship — you don’t need to apply separately.
- If you already have scholarship funding and/or don’t want to be considered for this scholarship, confirm this in your application form so that your application can be processed as quickly as possible.
- If you are still completing your qualifying programme and/or have not yet received your final grades from your qualifying programme, you can still be considered for a scholarship. It might mean that you receive a conditional offer for a scholarship and/or admission to the doctoral programme.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply based on the information published by the University.
What does the University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship provide?
The University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship provides a tax-free stipend ($35,468 p.a. for 2026 with CPI adjustment), tuition fees for up to 42 months FTE, and a single student Health Insurance compulsory charge if applicable. Duration of stipend varies according to doctoral programme and the official Terms provide full details.
Who is eligible to be considered for the scholarship?
Any student who is offered a place in a doctoral programme at the University of Auckland will be considered for the University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship. Applicants should not enrol before scholarship consideration is complete. The University’s Terms should be read for full eligibility requirements.
Are there guaranteed scholarships for specific groups?
Yes. There are guaranteed scholarships for Māori applicants with a New Zealand university qualifying programme GPA of 7.0 or above who are offered a place in a doctoral programme, and for Pacific applicants meeting the same GPA and offer conditions. Details and terms are in the University’s scholarship documents.
Do I need to apply separately for the Doctoral Scholarship?
No separate application is required. When you apply for your doctoral programme you will have the opportunity to confirm whether you wish to be considered for a University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship. The University will consider applicants during its competitive awarding rounds.
What are the application round dates for 2026?
The University runs four awarding rounds in 2026. Key apply-by dates include 1 February, 1 May and 1 August 2026, with scholarship offers and enrolment dates set out in the tables on the University’s page. Applicants should consult the published 2026 dates for exact offer and enrolment deadlines.
How is the stipend adjusted each year?
The stipend receives an annual Consumer Price Index (CPI) adjustment based on the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s November Monetary Policy Statement and the annualised December forecast. Adjustments take effect on 1 January each year and the University explains the methodology and any potential changes in the Terms.
What happens if my scholarship application is unsuccessful?
If your application for a University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship is unsuccessful and your admission offer is finalised after an awarding round, you may receive notification of scholarship outcomes prior to the next awarding round. The University reserves the right to determine applications in a later round if necessary.
Can international students apply and what are their enrolment dates?
International candidates with international qualifying programmes are eligible and have specific enrolment dates listed in the University’s tables. The enrolment dates for international applicants include 1 May through to 1 November 2026 for certain rounds; check the University’s published schedule for exact dates linked to each apply-by round.
Will the University provide a letter confirming funding for visa purposes?
Yes. If you are an international student you may need a letter confirming your funding for your visa application. You can request this letter through Student Services Online and the University’s Doctoral scholarships information and forms page provides instructions on how to obtain it.
Where can I find the full Terms and Statute for the scholarship?
The University’s website links to the University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship Terms and the Scholarships and Prizes Statute, which take precedence over other material. Applicants are strongly advised to read these documents for complete information on eligibility, awarding value, selection criteria and obligations.
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