University of Otago Scholarships in New Zealand

The University of Otago Scholarships in New Zealand offer a golden opportunity for both domestic and international students aiming to pursue Ph.D. or professional doctorates. If you're looking to elevate your research career in a globally recognized academic environment, this could be your perfect chance.

Host Country

New Zealand

🏫 Host University

University of Otago
(New Zealand’s first university, with campuses from Invercargill to Auckland)

📚 Degree Level

• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

• Professional Doctorates

🎯 Number of Scholarships

164 postgraduate research scholarships

⏳ Scholarship Duration

Up to 36 months

💰 University of Otago Scholarship Benefits (2025)

• NZ $33,624 annual stipend for Ph.D. and professional doctorate students

• Domestic tuition fee waiver for up to 36 months

• International research exposure

• Training in advanced research methods and techniques

✅ Eligibility Criteria for 2025

• Open to all domestic and international students

• Must have completed a Master’s degree with at least 0.75 EFTS

• If a Master’s is incomplete, grades in advanced-level papers will be considered

• If prior qualifications are from another university, GPA must be included in transcripts

• Strong potential and track record in research preferred

• Must have a recommendation from the Head of Department

📝 How to Apply

1. Apply through the University of Otago official website

2. Complete the admission application with all required qualifications

3. Answer all questions with care and review before submission

4. After submitting your application, you'll receive an invitation to apply for the scholarship via your eVision portal

📅 Application Deadline

No deadline! Applications are open year-round.

🏆 Why Choose University of Otago?

• Over 4500 postgraduates and 1500+ doctoral students graduated

• Home to 13 flagship research centers

• Three Prime Minister’s Science Prizes won in the last decade

• $208 million in external research funding

• 90%+ employment rate for graduates

• Awarded the Supreme Award six times in the past nine years