New Zealand Massey Doctoral Scholarship supports high-achieving students with financial assistance for doctoral study; the Massey Doctoral Scholarship provides a stipend plus fees to students enrolled or with an offer of place.
The scholarship is offered by Massey University and focuses on academic excellence and research aligned to University, College and School research strategies; Massey also acknowledges the unique contribution of Māori and Pacific students and promotes equity of access to research.
Massey Doctoral Scholarship Benefits
- $90,000 plus fees
- Three years’ duration
- Multiple awards available
- Type of study: Full-time, Part-time, Postgraduate, PhD or doctorate, Research
- This is a scholarship for a stipend plus fees
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Massey Doctoral Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
- Be enrolled in the first 12 months of doctoral study, or have an offer of place for doctoral study at Massey University.
- Have a GPA of 7.0 or higher.
- Be researching a topic of strategic value to the University.
- Agree to the conditions of the scholarship as outlined in the scholarship regulations.
- Successful applicants must be enrolled in their doctoral programme no later than 1 March of the year following the award.
- You are expected to have secured admission (conditional or unconditional offer) prior to the scholarship closing date.
How to Apply for Massey Doctoral Scholarship
- Include a research outline (200-1000 words) describing disciplinary area(s), aims and significance, and theoretical and methodological frameworks.
- Provide a completed Supervisor Support Template (primary supervisor must complete and you must upload it in the Student Portal).
- Current Massey students: log in to the student portal and find the Scholarships tab.
- Not currently enrolled: apply to study at Massey to gain access to the student portal and then apply for scholarships.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Massey Doctoral Scholarship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, application requirements, and how to apply.
What is the value of the Massey Doctoral Scholarship?
The scholarship value listed on the page is $90,000 plus fees. It is awarded to provide financial support for doctoral study and is a stipend plus fees scholarship.
Who is eligible to apply for this scholarship?
You should be enrolled in the first 12 months of doctoral study or have an offer of place for doctoral study at Massey University, have a GPA of 7.0 or higher, be researching a topic of strategic value to the University, and agree to the scholarship regulations’ conditions.
What study levels and degree types are covered?
The scholarship is available for doctoral candidates enrolled in the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Doctor of Clinical Psychology (DClinPsych) or Doctor of Social Work (DSW). It covers full-time and part-time doctoral research study.
When must I be enrolled if I receive the scholarship?
Successful applicants must be enrolled in their doctoral programme no later than 1 March of the year following the award. The expectation is recipients will enrol by that date.
What documents do I need to include in my application?
You must include a research outline (200-1000 words) and a completed Supervisor Support Template, completed by your primary supervisor and uploaded in the Student Portal when you submit your scholarship application.
Are there specific selection considerations?
Selection considers academic achievements and alignment of your research to the strategic priorities of the University, College and research supervisor(s). The award focuses on academic excellence beyond just GPA.
How long is the scholarship awarded for?
The scholarship duration is three years. It is intended to provide support over that period for doctoral research and associated fees and stipend.
How many awards are available each year?
The page states there are multiple awards available. Exact numbers are not specified; the listing uses ‘Multiple awards’ under key facts.
When are applications open and what is the closing date?
Applications open on 1 August 2026 and the closing date is 1 October 2026, as listed in the Application dates section on the page.
How do I apply if I’m a current Massey student or not enrolled yet?
Current Massey students should log in to the student portal and use the Scholarships tab to apply. If not enrolled, you need to apply to study at Massey to gain access to the student portal and then apply for scholarships.
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