University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship 2026–2027: Receive NZ$35,468 Per Year, Tuition Fee Coverage and Health Insurance Support

Overview

The University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship is a competitive scheme offered by the University of Auckland, also known as Waipapa Taumata Rau, in New Zealand. It is designed to attract talented researchers, support high-quality academic outputs, strengthen research excellence, and encourage a diverse and inclusive research environment. The scholarship operates through four application rounds each year, with periods available in February, May, August, and November.

Who can apply

Eligible doctoral candidates pursuing a PhD or another qualifying doctoral programme at the university may be considered. The university also identifies guaranteed scholarship provisions for eligible Māori and Pacific applicants who meet the specified academic requirements and receive an offer of admission to a doctoral programme. Eligible students do not normally need to submit a separate scholarship application, as they can indicate their interest when applying for admission.

What you get

Successful candidates receive a tax-free annual stipend of NZ$35,468 for 2026, which is adjusted annually according to the university’s Consumer Price Index adjustment policy. In addition, the award provides tuition fee coverage for up to 42 months of full-time-equivalent study and covers the compulsory single-student health insurance charge where applicable.

Key dates

The next published application deadline is 1 November 2026, with scholarship offers scheduled for 1 February 2027. Further application rounds take place in February, May, and August 2027.