New Zealand Excellence Awards
Thinking about studying abroad?
The New Zealand Excellence Awards (NZEA) is a unique scholarship scheme designed exclusively for Indian students. They are a joint initiative of Education New Zealand and New Zealand's eight universities which are among the best in the world. As per the QS World Rankings 2025, all of them rank within the top 2% of universities worldwide.
The New Zealand Excellence Awards 2025 feature an overall package of NZ$ 260,000 offering eligible Indian students an opportunity to study at world-class New Zealand universities and experience a warm welcoming multicultural society.
Applications closed for this round.
Eligibility
Be at least 18 years at the time of application.
Hold current citizenship of India (and not be a citizen or permanent resident of New Zealand or Australia).
Must meet Immigration New Zealand's requirements for a student visa.
Applicant should be residing in India at the time of application.
Hold an unconditional offer for the one of the NZEA eligible courses.
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世界の大学ランキングでトップ2%内
ニュージーランドにある国立総合大学8校すべて、「QS世界大学ランキング(external link that opens in a new tab)」で上位2％にランクインしています。
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留学生の厚生
ニュージーランドは、留学生のウェルビーイングを主眼とする厚生政策を世界で最初に導入した国です。
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優秀な卒業生が活躍
ニュージーランドは最も優秀な卒業生を輩出する国として第7位にランクイン。米国、カナダ、英国を上回っています。 (OECD スキル調査(external link that opens in a new tab))
Did you know?
New Zealand embraces international students with the spirit of Manaakitanga – a Māori concept of hospitality, respect and generosity and care for others.
New Zealand's education system tops English-speaking countries and ranks third globally, based on the Worldwide Educating for the Future Index 2019.
ニュージーランドは世界で初めて「留学生の生活保障に関する服務規程」を設けており、ホームステイの手配やメンタルヘルスを含め、留学生の生活面でのケアを保証しています。
New Zealand's education is designed to create graduates who are well-equipped with both technical knowledge and are exposed to real work scenarios and applied learning approaches, facilitating a seamless transition from study to work.
Goal 1 of the New Zealand International Education Strategy 2018 – 2030 focuses on delivering an excellent education and student experience while ensuring international students' safety and welcome.
Hear from previous winners
Malika Arora
Bachelor of Viticulture and Oenology at Lincoln University
I always wanted to study agriculture and plant-based subjects, and when I came upon this course I was really fascinated. Along with my passion for studying plant anatomy and morphology, I would also learn about the making and processing of grapes and how the wines are made. Here I am, fulfilling my passion and having the best time at Lincoln.
Chris Ferdinan Thomas
Master of Applied Science in Food and Agriculture at University of Otago
The work-based project provided me an opportunity to intern with a company and gain the practical skills and on- the-job experience required to be work ready. The skills I learnt at Otago have been invaluable now that I'm in a work environment.
"Being part of the MA programme has been incredible, surrounded by a talented cohort and inspiring alumni. Writing can be isolating, but the support from my professors and peers keeps me motivated."
Michelle D'costa — Master of Arts (Creative Writing)
Read more about previous New Zealand Excellence Awards winners and where they are now after studying in New Zealand.
ニュージーランドの教育は、どんな背景の学生でも将来のキャリアで目標を達成できるよう、支援します。
ここニュージーランドの教育制度は、マオリの概念である「マナアキタンガ」を指針としています。マナアキタンガとは、敬意と寛容、おもてなしの心をもって相互に関わり合うように促し、他者を高めることを意味します。
留学生を迎えるにあたって私たちは、マナアキに基づいて最高のものをオープンに共有できるようにしています。そして、留学生の皆さんにも同じように長所を共有することを奨励しています。こうして、互いに学び合い、高め合う体験を積み重ねているのです。
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