• international students who are paying full international fees
• entering their first year of an undergraduate degree or entering a postgraduate degree.

• completed your secondary education at a New Zealand school
• completed the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) or Foundation Studies Programme
• are a Study Abroad or Twinning student from one of our overseas partner universities
• are in your second year of study in the same degree programme at Victoria University of Wellington.

The following documentation must be provided as part of your online scholarship application:

• a personal statement of up to 500 words outlining why you wish to study at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, your academic goals and why you merit the scholarship. You should also include any leadership positions and details of your involvement in your school or community
• full transcripts and other documentation relevant to the qualification type
• an offer of place from Victoria University of Wellington (conditional or unconditional).