If
you are interested in pursuing your education in New Zealand, I recommend
thoroughly reading this blog post. This blog post will provide a comprehensive
explanation of Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships 2024 and a step-by-step
application procedure on how to apply.
Scholarship Overview
The Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships for the 2024-2025 academic period provide fully funded opportunities tailored for international students pursuing for Undergraduate, Graduate, Diploma, and Ph.D. degree programs. This scholarship encompasses complete coverage of tuition fees, living allowances, medical insurance, travel allowances, and research and thesis expenses for those engaged in research-focused studies. The deadline for online submissions is 29th February 2024, and no applications received after this date will be considered. Comprehensive details regarding the application procedure and the eligibility criteria for the Manaaki New Zealand Government Scholarships are outlined below.
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Table of
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Scholarship Summary |
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Scholarship Coverage |
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Eligible Countries |
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Eligibility Criteria |
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Documents Required |
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How To Apply |
Scholarship Summary
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Host
Country |
New
Zealand |
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Degree
Level |
Bachelors,
Masters, PhD, Diploma |
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Financial
Benefits |
Fully
Funded |
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Programs |
Duration |
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Undergraduate Degree |
3-4 years |
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Postgraduate Certificate |
6 months |
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Postgraduate Diploma |
1 year |
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Master’s Degree |
1-2 years |
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PhD |
3.5 years |
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Deadline |
29th
February 2024 |
Scholarship Coverage
Full Tuition Fees: Manaaki
New Zealand Scholarships cover the entirety of tuition fees.
Living Allowance (Stipend): A weekly
living allowance of NZ$531 is provided to assist with basic living expenses.
The stipend is adjusted if the study program commences online in the scholar's
home country, accounting for variations in living costs globally.
Establishment Allowance: An establishment allowance of NZ$3000 is allocated to cover set-up costs in New Zealand, including accommodation, textbooks, or other study materials.
Medical Insurance: Comprehensive
medical insurance is provided for the duration of the scholar's stay in New
Zealand.
Tutoring Costs: Scholars
may receive support for tutoring costs up to the value of NZ$1000, facilitating
additional tutoring if required during their studies.
Travel Support: Assistance
is provided for travel to and from the scholar's home country at the beginning
and end of the scholarship, including travel insurance.
Travel Home during Scholarship: Scholars
with a duration exceeding 1.6 years are entitled to travel home, allowing for
one or two trips.
Reintegration Allowance: NZ$1000 is
allocated to assist with set-up costs upon the scholar's return to their home
country.
Research and Thesis Support: Assistance
with research and thesis costs is extended to many postgraduate students.
Eligible Countries for Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships
African
Countries:
Ethiopia,
South Africa, Rwanda, Algeria, Lesotho, Tunisia, Cameroon, Senegal, Nigeria,
Zambia, Eswatini (formerly Swaziland), Djibouti, Namibia, Ghana, Botswana,
Sierra Leone, Kenya, Mozambique, Morocco, Uganda, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Malawi,
Angola, Egypt, and Mauritius.
Caribbean
Countries:
Jamaica,
Haiti, Suriname, Belize, Guyana, Dominica, Grenada, St Vincent and the
Grenadines, St Lucia, and Trinidad and Tobago.
Asian Countries:
Myanmar, Indonesia, Thailand, Pakistan, Vietnam, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Philippines, Bangladesh, Timor-Leste, Malaysia, Mongolia, Jordan, Laos, India, Maldives, and Afghanistan.
Pacific
Countries:
Palau,
Vanuatu, Niue, Marshall Islands, Nauru, Tuvalu, Tonga, Samoa, Federated States
of Micronesia, Fiji (postgraduate only), Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, and
Kiribati.
Latin
America Countries:
Venezuela, Honduras, Cuba, Costa Rica, Brazil, Paraguay, Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, Guatemala, Peru, Nicaragua, Dominican Republic, Bolivia, Argentina, and El Salvador.
Eligibility Criteria
Language
Proficiency: Proficiency in English is must for Manaaki New Zealand
Scholarships. Applicants must demonstrate language competency to ensure
effective communication during their studies.
Work
Experience: Candidates must possess either one year of full-time work
experience (30 hours or more per week) or two years of part-time work
experience (up to 29 hours per week).
Age
Requirement: Candidates must be 18 years old or older at the commencement of
the scholarship.
English Proficiency
Requirements for Postgraduate Qualifications:
Overall
IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0.
TOEFL
score of 90 on the internet-based test with a writing score of 21.
PTE
Academic score of 58 with no communicative skills score less than 50.
Cambridge
Academic English (advanced) overall score of 176 with no bands less than 169.
English Proficiency
Requirements for Undergraduate Qualifications:
Overall
IELTS score of 6.0 with no band less than 5.5.
TOEFL
score of 80 on the internet-based test with a writing score of 21.
PTE
Academic score of 50, with no communication skills score less than 42.
Cambridge Academic English (advanced) overall score of 169 with no bands less than 162.
Documents Required
- Online application form
- Proof of citizenship (Passport)
- CV
- Unconditional letter of offer (for PhD Applicants)
- Academic transcripts
- Degree certificate
- Referee report
- English proficiency test score
How to Apply
Step
1: Confirm Your Eligibility Before starting your application,
take the Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships online eligibility test to ensure you
meet the criteria. Upon confirmation of eligibility, you'll receive an
eligibility code.
Step
2: Register for a Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship Account
If eligible, click the "register" button on the webpage to create
your Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship Account. Enter your email address (which
will serve as your username) and an eligibility code. Complete the account
details and select 'Register.'
Step
3: Set Password for Your Account Follow the link sent to
your email to set a password and finalize the registration process. Check your
spam folder in case the email is filtered there.
Step
4: Complete and Submit Your Application Access the Manaaki New
Zealand Scholarship online application system using your account anytime
between the opening and closing dates for your country. Ensure your application
is submitted before the specified closing date.
For
additional information, please visit the official website of Manaaki New
Zealand Scholarships.
