University of Auckland ASEAN High Achievers Scholarship

University of Auckland

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Details checked on 30 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

International students from Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand or Vietnam studying full-time on campus for an undergraduate degree, postgraduate diploma or master's. New Zealand and Australian citizens and residents are not eligible.

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About this opportunity

Competitive scholarship supporting new international students from ASEAN countries. Separate scholarship application and an eligible admission offer are required.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. International students from Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand or Vietnam studying full-time on campus for an undergraduate degree, postgraduate diploma or master's. New Zealand and Australian citizens and residents are not eligible.
2. Note the deadline. Apr and Oct – Nov (two rounds a year; the 21 Oct 2026 deadline for Semester 1 2027 has passed and the next round for Semester 2 closes around 18 Apr 2027) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. Admission offer; academic transcripts; scholarship application and supporting documents.
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

How applicants are selected

Selection committee review

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Tips from our advisors

1. Deadline is close; check the official regulations and submit a complete application before the deadline.
2. Read the eligibility line by line before you write anything. Most rejections are eligibility mismatches, not weak essays.
3. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
4. Beyond grades, show leadership and community impact with concrete numbers and outcomes.
5. Spend most of your time on the criteria with the highest weight in the selection breakdown above.
6. Start at least 8 to 12 weeks early. Certified transcripts, translations and referee letters usually take longer than expected.
7. Ask your referees at least 4 weeks ahead and give them your CV, your draft SOP and the deadline.

Quick answers

Who can apply for University of Auckland ASEAN High Achievers Scholarship?

International students from Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand or Vietnam studying full-time on campus for an undergraduate degree, postgraduate diploma or master's. New Zealand and Australian citizens and residents are not eligible.

What does University of Auckland ASEAN High Achievers Scholarship cover?

Up to NZD 10,000 credited towards compulsory tuition fees; up to 30 scholarships a year

When is the deadline for University of Auckland ASEAN High Achievers Scholarship?

Apr and Oct – Nov (two rounds a year; the 21 Oct 2026 deadline for Semester 1 2027 has passed and the next round for Semester 2 closes around 18 Apr 2027) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with University of Auckland ASEAN High Achievers Scholarship?

Host countries: New Zealand.

What documents do I need for University of Auckland ASEAN High Achievers Scholarship?

Admission offer; academic transcripts; scholarship application and supporting documents.

How are applicants selected for University of Auckland ASEAN High Achievers Scholarship?

Selection committee review

How much work is the University of Auckland ASEAN High Achievers Scholarship application?

High