About the opportunity
The Michael Baldwin Memorial Scholarship was made possible through the generous donation of Michael Baldwin and his family. It is designed to support international students from South Pacific nations who require financial assistance to pursue approved full-time study across all subject areas, including Arts, Computer Science, Mathematics, Education, Health, Engineering, Law, Māori & Indigenous Studies, Science, and Social Sciences at the University of Waikato.
Funding and benefits
- Valued up to $10,000
Who can apply?
- Open to citizens of any South Pacific Nation (excluding New Zealand and Australian citizens)
- Candidates must be able to demonstrate a need for financial support in order to undertake study
- Must be enrolled or intending to enrol in approved full-time study at the University of Waikato
Required documents
- Application to enrol at the University of Waikato
When to apply
- Closing date is 15 November 2026
How to apply
- Read the scholarship regulations to ensure you meet all requirements
- If you are new to the university, complete an application to enrol before applying for scholarships and awards
- Once you have an account, log into MyWaikato and click on the 'Scholarships' tab
- Choose the Michael Baldwin Memorial Scholarship from the list at the bottom of the page and apply
Additional information
- The scholarship is available for all subject areas.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Citizens of South Pacific nations who need financial assistance to undertake higher education abroad.
- Students looking to study across a wide variety of academic disciplines, as all subject areas are eligible.
- Applicants who are prepared to commit to approved full-time study at the University of Waikato.
What should you think carefully about?
- New students must complete an enrollment application before they can access the scholarship portal.
- Citizens of New Zealand and Australia are explicitly excluded from applying.
- The award provides up to $10,000, which may not cover all living and tuition expenses depending on the chosen program.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This scholarship fits well for regional international students seeking financial support to complete a full-time academic program at the University of Waikato. It provides a helpful monetary boost to lower the barrier of entry for students relocating or pursuing studies in New Zealand.
Our take
South Pacific Nation citizens seeking financial support for full-time study at the University of Waikato should seriously consider applying before the November deadline, provided they meet the enrollment requirements.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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