Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships 2026 (Fully Funded) | Study in New Zealand Without IELTS
Overview
The Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships 2026 are funded by the New Zealand Government for international students from eligible developing countries to study at undergraduate or postgraduate level in New Zealand. They aim to build leadership capacity, strengthen institutions and support long-term economic and social development in scholars' home countries. Scholars study at leading New Zealand universities and tertiary institutions with access to research facilities and academic support.
What you get
The scholarship is fully funded. Benefits generally include full tuition fees, a living allowance, return international airfare, medical and travel insurance, an establishment allowance to help settle in New Zealand, research and thesis support where applicable, and academic and pastoral support throughout the programme.
Who can apply
Applicants are generally expected to be citizens of an eligible country and meet the academic requirements of their chosen programme. They should show leadership potential and a commitment to contributing to their country's development after studying, meet the English-language requirements set by the selected institution, and satisfy all eligibility rules published by the New Zealand Government. Available programmes vary by institution and the applicant's country. Common study areas include agriculture, climate change, environmental science, engineering, information technology, public health, education, economics, renewable energy, governance, disaster risk management, sustainable development, business and social sciences. Applicants are encouraged to choose subjects that match their home country's development priorities.
How to apply
Applicants first confirm that their country is eligible, then complete an online application. They should gather academic transcripts, identification documents, proof of English-language proficiency where required, references and any other requested documents, and check the participating countries, available programmes and application timelines before submitting.