The programme allows tauira the opportunity to take a course over summer school which can go towards your degree. Students who take part in Tōia ki Waipapa get an on campus experience which delivers culturally appropriate learning support in preparation for University. In addition we also provide:

• Whanaungatanga – A new university whānau
• A number of activities both on and off campus
• A credit bearing course (Māori 130) 
• Academic and pastoral workshops
• Peer mentoring
• AT HOP Card
• Free summer gym membership

Tōia ki Waipapa will take place from Wednesday 7 January 2027 and end on Wednesday 17 February 2027.

Registrations are open for those who have shown interest or those who have already applied for a University of Auckland accredited programme. Students who have not yet formally applied to the University will get guidance and assistance to do so. In addition to this, Tōia ki Waipapa is also open to Māori students who did not achieve University Entrance or get an offer to the University.

Join us for our Induction Day on the 7 December 2026 to find out more about Tōia ki Waipapa and the Kōkiri Raumati 2027 programmes, take a tour of Hiwa, our new rec centre and join our application and enrolments clinic in the afternoon.

Further details and registrations links will be available later in 2026.

Applications for the University of Auckland Kōkiri Raumati Scholarships are usually open from early-August to mid-November in the year before you intend to join us. The dates vary from year to year.

These scholarships are available to students taking part in any of the Kōkiri Raumati, Summer Programmes and may be able to support with accommodation and fees. 

For the most up-to-date information about our Kōkiri Raumati Scholarships, please refer to its dedicated scholarship page.

Want to learn more? Check out our FAQs for more information about Tōia ki Waipapa.

Hear from our Tōia ki Waipapa students to find out how the programme helped to set them up for success.