Description

The Michael Baldwin Memorial Scholarship supports students from South Pacific nations undertaking full-time study at the University of Waikato in New Zealand. Applicants may come from different academic disciplines but must demonstrate financial need and an interest in contributing to their region. Selection gives preference to citizens of Papua New Guinea and to candidates who are not resident in New Zealand or Australia. The award is paid over one year and depends on satisfactory academic progress. New students first apply for university admission and then submit the scholarship application through MyWaikato. Candidates should explain their circumstances and regional commitment rather than treating the scholarship as a general award open to every international applicant. Eligibility : Students from South Pacific nations enrolled in full-time study, with preference for Papua New Guinea citizens and eligible non-residents. Funding : NZD 10,000 over one year, subject to the scholarship's academic-progress conditions. Application deadline : 2026-11-15.

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Eligibility criteria

• Students from South Pacific nations enrolled in full-time study, with preference for Papua New Guinea citizens and eligible non-residents.

Application procedure