Lincoln University International Scholarships

Learn more about our scholarships for international students.



International scholarships are usually awarded in recognition of academic ability or achievement.

Some focus on other factors, including personal qualities, financial need, where you live and the course of study that you choose. 

Most scholarships are applied to tuition fees and some may be used to cover accommodation and living costs. 

Below are some of our scholarships for international students.

English for Further Study Award

If you successfully complete a minimum of 12 weeks of EAP, you will receive a fees rebate award, to the value of NZ$5,460, when you enrol in either the Certificate in University StudiesDiploma in University Studies, or an undergraduate degree

International Taught Master Merit Scholarships

If you qualify for this, you will be awarded a scholarship up to the value of NZ$7,000-$10,000 towards the overall cost of your study in any 180-credit taught master’s programme. You must have at least a GPA of a B+ average in the last year of your bachelor’s degree to meet the requirements.

NZ$10,000 – apply to the following programmes:

NZ$7000 – apply to the following programmes:



Lincoln University international pathway merit scholarship

Scholarships valued at NZ$2,500 are available for new students seeking admission into the Certificate in University Studies or Diploma in University Studies programmes. To be eligible for a scholarship, students need to meet academic and English requirements. Click here to apply.

Application deadline:

17 January 2020 for February 2020 intake

12 June 2020 for July 2020 intake

9 October 2020 for November 2020 intake

Lincoln University International Undergraduate Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship

Scholarships valued at NZ$5,000 are available for new students who are studying Bachelor’s degree programmes. To be eligible for a scholarship,students must meet academic and English requirements. Click here to apply.

Application deadline:

17 January 2020 for February 2020 intake

12 June 2020 for July 2020 intake

9 October 2020 for November 2020 intake

Lincoln University International Undergraduate Scholarship

Scholarships valued at NZ$3,000 are available for new students who are studying undergraduate programmes. To be eligible for a scholarship, students must meet academic and English requirements. Click here to apply.

Application deadline:

13 July 2020 for July 2020 intake



9 November 2020 for November 2020 intake