Hiranga Scholarships
Open Polytechnic — Hiranga scholarships provide fees-free study (up to 120 credits) to support learners with a solid record of academic achievement, effort, and community contribution.
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NZD 24,000
Awards
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Eligible
Open
Deadline
12 Aug 2026
The University of Auckland Vaka Moana Scholarship is for Indigenous Pacific students enrolling in their first year of undergraduate study. The stated purpose is assistance with study, including one year of accommodation and study-related material.
The scholarship applies to first-year undergraduate study for Pacific students. The scholarship is offered for one year (tenure). The number on offer varies, with an annually offered rate.
Scholarship applications usually open around six weeks before the closing date. Applicants are instructed to read the regulations carefully to ensure eligibility before applying.
The scholarship tenure is one year. The value is up to $24,000, comprising one year of catered accommodation in a Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland Hall of Residence plus a laptop. No additional obligations after the award are stated.
Please note: scholarship values, the number of awards, eligibility and deadlines change from year to year and are indicative here. Always confirm the current details on the official provider or university website before applying, and beware of any third party asking for payment to “secure” a scholarship.
Official source: https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/study/scholarships-and-awards/find-a-scholarship/uoa-vaka-moana-scholarship-1080-all.html
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