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Fulbright New Zealand General Graduate Awards 2027-28

Awarded by Fulbright New Zealand

Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

Masters

Funding Type

Full Funding · Up to USD 50,000 + other benefits

Eligible Courses

All courses offered by the universities except Medical Sciences, Veterinary Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Psychological Counselling

Eligible Nationalities

Open to New Zealand nationals

Can Be Taken At

Universities in the US

Provider

Fulbright New Zealand

Last Verified On

02 Aug 2026 by WeMakeScholars Scholarship Team

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Overview

Fulbright New Zealand is offering General Graduate Awards for New Zealand citizens to study at universities in the US. These awards are available for study or research in any field not covered by one of our other, field-specific Fulbright New Zealand graduate awards.

Eligibility Criteria for Fulbright New Zealand General Graduate Awards :

  • Applicants must be passport holders of New Zealand.
  • Applicants must not be currently living in the US.
  • Applicants must have achieved 480 points, which must include a completed undergraduate degree.
  • Applicants must not yet hold a doctoral degree.
  • Applicants must be planning to undertake full-time postgraduate study or research at a US institution for at least six months.
  • Applicants who have not previously received a Fulbright graduate award are preferred.

Application Process:

  • Interested candidates must complete and submit an online application.
  • The candidates must upload written statements and supporting documents.
  • Candidates must provide the names and email addresses of three referees.
  • Candidates are also required to arrange for verified official transcripts to be sent to Fulbright NZ either in hard copy or via the e-Qual system.

Value of the Award:

  • Selected candidates are awarded the following benefits:
    • USD 50,000 towards the first year of study or research.
    • USD 40,000 towards the second year of study for students undertaking multi-year Master's or PhD degrees.
    • NZD 4,000 will be reimbursed towards a return airfare from NZ to the US.
    • Access to the Institute of International Education (IIE)’s University Placement Services.
    • A basic health insurance policy that pays up to USD 100,000 for each illness or injury.
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  • Admission / Offer Letter (For select scholarships)

  • Statement of Purpose (If applicable)

  • Language Test Scores (If applicable)

  • Recommendation Letters (If applicable)

  • Other Supporting Documents (As specified by the scholarship provider)

Note: The exact document requirements vary by scholarship. Always refer to the official application guidelines

FAQs

  • Yes, you can secure an education loan to study abroad at Fulbright New Zealand. Education loans are of two types — Collateral and non-collateral. Collateral includes either: Immovable property – a house or a flat or land (or) liquid security – an FD, or LIC or shares or bonds. Agricultural lands are not accepted by any bank for education loan.

    Public banks like SBI, BOB offer these types of education loans. There are many NBFCs who offer Non-collateral education loans. Apply for the best education loan to study abroad.
  • The deadline of Fulbright New Zealand General Graduate Awards 2027-28 is Expired.
  • Fulbright New Zealand General Graduate Awards 2027-28 is offered to Masters degree.
  • Fulbright New Zealand General Graduate Awards 2027-28 is offered for All courses offered by the universities except Medical Sciences, Veterinary Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Psychological Counselling.
  • Fulbright New Zealand General Graduate Awards 2027-28 is open for: Open to New Zealand nationals.
  • Fulbright New Zealand General Graduate Awards 2027-28 is offered by Fulbright New Zealand.
  • Fulbright New Zealand General Graduate Awards 2027-28 covers Full Funding, Up to USD 50,000 + other benefits.