Summer Research Scholarships
Summer Research Scholarships are a great way to gain valuable research experience, work with leading researchers at the University of Auckland, enhance your career opportunities and help you think about pursuing postgraduate study.
- Conduct a research project under supervision for 10 weeks over the summer months.
- Receive a tax-free stipend of $6,750, paid in fortnightly instalments.
- Open to high-achieving domestic and international students who will have completed at least two years of equivalent full-time study in an undergraduate degree by December 2025.
Frequently asked questions for Summer Research Scholarship applicants
Q: When can I apply for the 2025/2026 summer?
A: Applications will open on Tuesday 1 July 2025 and will close on Thursday 31 July 2025.
Q: What projects are available for 2025/2026?
A: Project details will be added to the website close to the opening date. They will be listed by faculty.
Q: When can I contact a potential supervisor?
A: As soon as the projects are live on the website, you can contact the supervisor to discuss the project.
Frequently asked questions for Summer Research Scholarship recipients
Q: When can I contact my project supervisor?
A: Once you have received, and accepted, an official offer of a scholarship and project, and accepted the offer of admission to the programme, you can contact the supervisor of your project.
Q: When does the scholarship get paid?
A: The payment period will commence from 1 December and will be paid in fortnightly instalments in arrears, subject to confirmation the project has commenced. If a project starts before 1 December, the student will not receive payments until the first scheduled payment date. Please note the payment schedule provided in the acceptance form.
Q: Can I start my project before 1 December?
A: Your supervisor may allow you to start the project early, but payments will not be made until the first scheduled payment date in December.
Q: How do I enrol in SUMRESCH 301?
A: You don't need to do anything, the Scholarships Office will enrol all eligible students closer to December. If you have any outstanding admissions requirements (such as personal identity documents or official transcripts), you will be enrolled after these requirements have been met.
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