Dean’s Asia Scholarship 2026: University of Auckland Business School

Scholarship Overview

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Overview

The Dean’s Asia Scholarship in the Faculty of Business and Economics is a competitive award established in 2011 and funded directly by the University of Auckland Business School. It targets high-achieving international undergraduate students from Asia who are enrolling full-time in their first year of study.

The scholarship covers international student tuition fees and compulsory international student health insurance for the duration of the award—up to 360 points of study. This typically equates to three years of full-time undergraduate study, depending on your specific degree structure.

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What the Scholarship Covers

The award provides comprehensive financial support:

• Full international tuition fees for the approved programme of study
• Compulsory international student health insurance (as required by University regulations)

The scholarship tenure extends to up to 360 points of study. For most students, this means coverage for the entire duration of a three-year bachelor’s degree or the equivalent portion of a conjoint programme.

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Eligible Programmes

The scholarship applies specifically to first-year enrolment in:

• Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)
• Bachelor of Property (BProp)
• Associated conjoint degrees combining either of the above

All study must be undertaken at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland—the university’s main campus.

Who Can Apply

This scholarship has strict eligibility criteria:

• Citizenship/Residency: International students from Asia (paying international fees)
• Academic level: First-year undergraduate students
• Enrolment status: Full-time study
• Programme: BCom, BProp or associated conjoint degree in the Business School
• Location: Must be enrolling at University of Auckland for the first time

Important: This scholarship is not available to domestic New Zealand students, permanent residents, or students from regions outside Asia. It is also restricted to first-year entrants—current students or those transferring with advanced standing are not eligible.

Application Timeline 2026

All applications must be submitted by midnight on 22 October 2026 (New Zealand time). Late applications are not accepted.

How to Apply

The application process is entirely online:

1. Download and review the regulations PDF (68.1 KB) to confirm your eligibility
2. Click “Apply now” on the official scholarship page
3. Complete all sections of the online application form
4. Submit any required references or endorsements before the deadline
5. Ensure all request sections are completed by 22 October 2026

Technical tip: Do not have two different scholarship applications open in the same browser simultaneously, as this may cause errors.

Selection Process

A dedicated selection committee reviews all complete applications. The committee considers academic merit, potential contribution to the Business School community, and alignment with the scholarship’s purpose of encouraging Asian international students.

Up to three scholarships are awarded annually. The offer rate varies depending on the applicant pool each year.

For African Applicants: Context and Considerations

While this scholarship is explicitly restricted to students from Asia, applicants from Zimbabwe and SADC countries should note:

• This is not an appropriate scholarship for African applicants—regional eligibility is strictly enforced
• The University of Auckland offers other international scholarships with broader geographic eligibility; consult the university’s scholarships database
• If you hold dual citizenship or permanent residency in an eligible Asian country, you may qualify—contact the Student Support Team to confirm
• The application process and documentation requirements are similar to other University of Auckland scholarships, so this page provides useful reference for procedural familiarity

Required Documentation

While the specific document checklist is contained in the regulations PDF, typical requirements include:

• Completed online application form
• Academic transcripts and certificates from secondary school
• Proof of English language proficiency (if applicable)
• Personal statement or statement of purpose
• References or endorsements (check regulations for specific requirements)
• Confirmation of enrolment or application to University of Auckland

We strongly recommend accessing the application form early to identify any reference requirements, as these often take time to secure.

Important Notes

Note I: The scholarship value is defined in Regulation 2 and covers international student tuition fees and compulsory health insurance only. Living costs, accommodation, travel, and other expenses are not included.

Note II: The 360-point tenure limit means the scholarship may not cover extended programmes or conjoint degrees exceeding this point value. Students must plan funding for any additional points required.

Help and Support

For questions about eligibility, documentation, or technical issues:

• Search AskAuckland—the University’s online help centre—for general scholarship queries
• Contact the Student Support Team for specific scholarship questions (include the exact scholarship name: “Dean’s Asia Scholarship in the Faculty of Business and Economics”)
• Mark enquiries as urgent if the scholarship closes within three days
• For technical errors: clear your browser cache first, then screenshot any persistent issues for the Support Team

Disclaimer: Always verify current information against official regulations and application forms before applying. Scholarship details are subject to change.

Official scholarship page: https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/study/scholarships-and-awards/find-a-scholarship/deans-asia-scholarship-in-the-faculty-of-business-and-economics-672-bus.html?

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