Yes, high achieving international students can reduce their first year tuition by 25 percent at the University of Auckland with the University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship 2027, and CMA Nigeria tracks these partial funding options so you can plan early.
Many Nigerian applicants worry about living costs in New Zealand. However, this award helps by cutting the biggest bill right at the start of your masters.
What the University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship Covers
The award gives 25 percent of one year of tuition fees for eligible masters programmes.
It lasts for one year only and does not cover living expenses or flights.
The University of Auckland automatically invites eligible offer holders, so strong academic results can open the door without a separate long form.
You still need to show you can fund the remaining costs and living expenses for your visa.

Who Can Apply for the Auckland Scholarship 2027
You must be a new international student with a conditional or unconditional offer for a masters degree.
- Offer for Semester One or Quarter Two 2027 by 20 October 2026
- Admissions GPE of at least 7.0
- Full time enrolment
Invitations went out on 21 October 2026. Therefore the supplementary form closed on 4 November 2026 for that round.
How to Position Yourself for Future Rounds of the University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship
Apply for your masters early so you hold an offer before the next cutoff.
Prepare transcripts and English scores that meet the programme requirements.
Check the official University of Auckland scholarships page for the next invitation dates.
In addition, explore related options on CMA Nigeria to compare funding levels across countries.
Ready to explore more New Zealand options? Visit the New Zealand scholarships section on CMA Nigeria today and start your application planning.








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