Scholarships and awards

For more information on funding at individual universities, see our exchange partners. Check out the awards below which can help  offset the costs of your exchange.

Prime Minister’s Scholarships for Asia and Latin America (PMSA/PMSLA)

PMSA/PMSLA are outbound scholarship programmes funded by the New Zealand government. The scholarships are awards supporting undergraduate or postgraduate students wanting to undertake study or research in Asia or Latin America. The application and selection process for the Prime Minister’s Scholarships are managed by Education New Zealand (ENZ).

Please note, it's important to be thinking ahead about the scholarship and the timing of your programme. The 2025 application round is for programmes in 2026.

Individual applications: Applications for individuals wanting to apply for a programme in Asia or Latin America in the 2024 application round closed on 19 July 2024. To learn more, please check out Prime Minister's Scholarships for Asia and Latin America.

Group programmes: The University of Auckland applies for funding for group programmes on an annual basis, so programmes are not guaranteed to run on a regular basis as it is dependent on funding. The administration for group programmes are managed by the 360 International team. If you'd like to find out more and apply, please see Prime Minister's Scholarship group programmes.

University of Auckland Languages and Cultures Study Abroad Award

The Award was established in 1996 for the purpose of enabling students of Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian and Spanish to undertake a period of formal study or internship for credit (minimum of four weeks) in a country where the language is spoken as the first language, thereby providing an opportunity for cultural immersion and first-hand experience of the language, and to provide additional encouragement to pursue study at postgraduate level in languages and literatures. The Award is funded by the Faculty of Arts.

Friends of the University of Auckland US/NZ Exchange Award

The Award was established in 2013 and is funded by Friends of the University of Auckland (US). The main purpose of the Award is to encourage academic exchanges between New Zealand and the United States of America. The Award is open to University of Auckland students undertaking undergraduate or postgraduate study at a US university. University of Auckland students must have a cumulative GPA of not less than 7.4, and must be a NZ citizen or NZ Permanent Resident.

Baden-Württemberg Stipendium

The Baden-Württemberg Stipendium for university students is awarded only for students attending universities which have partnerships with Baden-Württemberg universities. This scholarship is only applicable for selected of our German partner universities listed below and students that meet the criteria for the scholarship. You must first be nominated by 360 International to the German partner university and you will be sent instructions on how to apply for this scholarship. 

• University of Freiburg
• University of Heidelberg

Please note, it is not guaranteed that all applicants will receive the scholarship, as the availability of the scholarship is subject to change year to year, depending on funding available from the Baden-Württemberg Stipendium.

DAAD Scholarships

The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) offers scholarships for study and research stays in Germany, such as summer and winter courses and research grants. For more information, please see DAAD's scholarship database. Please note, this is not managed by 360 International. 

ISEP Accessibility Scholarship

The ISEP Accessibility Scholarship is designed to assist students placed in an ISEP program who do not have sufficient funds to cover the upfront costs of studying abroad. To apply, students must complete a brief application by April 1 or October 15, depending on which semester they are planning to attend. ISEP will award scholarships of US$1,100 each to five (5) students per semester.

Japan Student Services Organisation (JASSO)

Some partner universities in Japan will offer a limited number of JASSO scholarships for exchange students who are accepted for an exchange for a period of up to one year of study in Japan. If you are nominated to a partner university that has JASSO awards available, you must meet certain eligibility criteria to be nominated by 360 International to the Japanese partner university, in which case you will be sent instructions on how to apply for this scholarship. If you have questions about your eligibility, please email 360 International to confirm. Note, the availability of JASSO awards is subject to change year to year, depending on funding that the host institution has received from the Japanese government. 

University of Nottingham at Ningbo China International Student Government Scholarship for Academic Excellence 

The University of Nottingham at Ningbo China (UNNC) have scholarships for exchange students. The value of this scholarship is RMB 3,000. You must first be nominated by 360 International to UNNC and more information will follow from UNNC. Note, it is not guaranteed that all applicants will receive the scholarship, as the availability of the scholarship is subject to change year to year, depending on funding available at the host institution.

University of Nottingham at Ningbo China Mobility Scholarship

The University of Nottingham at Ningbo China (UNNC) have scholarships for both exchange and study abroad students. The value of this scholarship is RMB 6,000. You must first be nominated by 360 International to UNNC and more information will follow from UNNC. Note, it is not guaranteed that all applicants will receive the scholarship, as the availability of the scholarship is subject to change year to year, depending on funding available at the host institution.

University of Nottingham at Ningbo China Global Ambassador Scholarship

The University of Nottingham at Ningbo China (UNNC) have scholarships for both exchange and study abroad students. The value of this scholarship is RMB 5,000. You must first be nominated by 360 International to UNNC and more information will follow. If nominated, this scholarship requires students to be strongly involved with promoting the host university and working with the UNNC exchange office. Note, it is not guaranteed that all applicants will receive the scholarship, as the availability of the scholarship is subject to change year to year, depending on funding available at the host institution.

The University of Sheffield Exchange Scholarship

The University of Sheffield in the United Kingdom offers a number of competitive scholarships for exchange students from non-European partner universities. Scholarship recipients will receive £750 if you study for one semester or £1,500 if you study at Sheffield for a full academic year. You must first be nominated by 360 International to The University of Sheffield. You can only apply for this competitive scholarship if you receive and accept an offer of admission at Sheffield. Note, it is not guaranteed that all applicants will receive the scholarship, as the availability of the scholarship is subject to change year to year, depending on funding available at the host institution.

University of St Andrews Inbound Study Abroad Scholarship

The University of St Andrews in Scotland offers a number of study abroad scholarships up to £4,000 for inbound students (includes both exchange and study abroad). This scholarship is only open to undergraduate students. You must first be nominated by 360 International to University of St Andrews and you will be invited to apply for the scholarship if you receive an unconditional offer for admission. Note, it is not guaranteed that all applicants will receive the scholarship, as the availability of the scholarship is subject to change year to year, depending on funding available at the host institution.

Aalborg University Institutional Travel Scholarship

Aalborg University in Denmark have scholarships available for exchange students to assist with travel expenses. You must first be nominated by 360 International to Aalborg University. Note, it is not guaranteed that all applicants will receive the scholarship, as the availability of the scholarship is subject to change year to year, depending on funding available at the host institution. For more information please contact 360 International.

Aarhus University School of Business and Social Sciences (BSS) Scholarship 

Aarhus University’s School of Business and Social Sciences (BSS) in Denmark have scholarships available for exchange students. You must first be nominated by 360 International to Aarhus University. Note, it is not guaranteed that all applicants will receive the scholarship, as the availability of the scholarship is subject to change year to year, depending on funding available at the host institution. For more information please contact 360 International.

University of Alberta Research Experience (UARE) Winter Programme 

The University of Alberta Research Experience (UARE) is a research internship programme allowing top senior undergraduate students from key partner universities to conduct research at the University of Alberta in Canada under the supervision of faculty members who are experts in their field. Students gain practical research experience in their academic discipline and receive a stipend of CAD$6,000. You must apply directly to the University of Alberta and inform 360 International of your application.

Network Programmes

Network programmes are another opportunity to gain international experience and develop academic, leadership, networking and cultural skills. The International Office at the University of Auckland must first nominate you for the network programme. Travel Grants are only available for selected programmes, and the costs covered by the grant can vary.

ICETEX Beca Colombia scholarship

ICETEX Beca provides scholarships for foreigners to complete postgraduate study in Colombia. Applications closed on 9 June 2024. Please see the below attachment for more information and eligibility criteria.

Mexican Government Excellence Scholarships for Foreigners

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE), through the Mexican Agency for International Development Cooperation (AMEXCID), invites foreigners interested in pursuing studies in Mexico at the specialty, master's, doctoral and postgraduate research levels, as well as undergraduate and graduate student mobility programmes (such as semester exchange programme) to apply for this scholarship. The 360 International exchange partner, Tecnológico de Monterrey in Mexico, is an eligible institution for this scholarship. Applications closed on 28 June 2024.

New Zealand Scandivania Business Association

The Hans and Pat Björklund Scholarship for studies in Scandinavia is to support and assist recipients interested in studies and or working experience in Scandinavia in subjects deemed important for cultural, political and/or business relationships between New Zealand and the five Scandinavian (Nordic) countries. There is one scholarship per year valued at NZD$3000. Exchange students applying for an exchange in Scandinavian partners can apply for this scholarship.

The China Link Programme through the China Scholarship Council

There are many scholarships available through the China Scholarship Council for students interested in studying with a participating universities in China. Funding may be used towards an exchange, or direct enrolment with a participating Chinese institution. Note, the China Link programme is not available to citizens of the People's Republic of China. 

You may also wish to contact community groups such as Freemasons and Rotary International. We encourage you to explore the University’s scholarships web pages for other relevant funding: