Scholarships for students from refugee backgrounds

University of Auckland Academic Potential Scholarship - School Leavers

A Scholarship to support students who have achieved academically but are experiencing hardships that potentially limit their opportunities or who may have been disadvantaged due to their personal circumstances. Awards are made in three different tiers, and our review committee determines which tier a successful applicant will be awarded under.

University of Auckland Academic Potential Scholarship - Pathway Programme Students

A Scholarship to support students currently enrolled in an approved University of Auckland pathway programme who have achieved academically but who are experiencing hardships that potentially limit their opportunities or who may have been disadvantaged due to their personal circumstances. Awards are made in three different tiers, and our review committee determines which tier a successful applicant will be awarded under.

University of Auckland Scholarship for Students from Refugee Backgrounds

A Scholarship of up to $5,000 to assist first year students who are New Zealand citizens or permanent residents who come from a refugee background.

360 International Award for Equity Students

An Award of up to $6,000 to provide support to University of Auckland students who are part of the University’s equity groups while on an approved student exchange.

Chew Liong Kim & Tan Chee Chin Scholarship

An $8,000 Scholarship to support an international or domestic student enrolling in the second or subsequent year of an undergraduate degree who has achieved academically but who is experiencing hardships or who may have been disadvantaged due to their personal circumstances.

Other scholarships, awards and prizes

Many other University of Auckland scholarships are available to students from refugee backgrounds. Search our comprehensive database for an up-to-date list of all the scholarships and awards open to future and current University of Auckland students.