Funding & benefits
Receive a tax-free stipend of $6,820.80, paid in fortnightly instalments.
Accommodation Summer Stays
“Receive a tax-free stipend of $6,820.80, paid in fortnightly instalments.”
Eligible programmes & fields
Use the verified study fields above for subject-fit screening and confirm the exact eligible degree on the provider’s official programme page before applying.
About this opportunity
University of Auckland in New Zealand offers Summer Research Scholarships to undergraduate students. Subject areas covered include All study areas. Funding, as stated by University of Auckland: "Receive a tax-free stipend of $6,820.80, paid in fortnightly instalments." Eligibility, as stated by University of Auckland: "Open to high-achieving domestic and international students currently enrolled at a New Zealand university who will have completed at least two years of equivalent full-time study in an undergraduate degree by December 2026." The provider does not publish a deadline for this round; confirm the date on its own page.
The opportunity currently maps to study areas including All study areas. Use the programme and eligibility sections below to decide whether the opportunity matches your academic background before opening the official application portal.
Key dates
Eligibility requirements
- Open to high-achieving domestic and international students currently enrolled at a New Zealand university who will have completed at least two years of equivalent full-time study in an undergraduate degree by December 2026.
- Academic background: The Amgen Scholars Program is an international programme that gives undergraduate students who will have completed two years of a bachelors degree in a scientific field and have at least two semesters remaining in their degree at the time the summer programme begins.
“Open to high-achieving domestic and international students currently enrolled at a New Zealand university who will have completed at least two years of equivalent full-time study in an undergraduate degree by December 2026.”
Should you apply?
It suits Undergraduate applicants working in All study areas. The decisive requirement, in University of Auckland's words, is: "Open to high-achieving domestic and international students currently enrolled at a New Zealand university who will have completed at least two years of equivalent full-time study in an undergraduate degree by December 2026." Expect to prepare 2 documents (listed below).
Check these against your profile
- Academic level: Undergraduate.
- Study area: All study areas.
- Citizenship / nationality rule: Open to high-achieving domestic and international students currently enrolled at a New Zealand university who will have….
- Prior degree / academic background: Open to high-achieving domestic and international students currently enrolled at a New Zealand university who will have completed at least….
- Study destination: New Zealand.
Review carefully if
- Applicants who do not hold the required prior degree/background may not be eligible.
This is a factual checklist of verified programme requirements, not a personalised eligibility decision. The awarding institution makes the final eligibility decision.
Required documents
- Have electronic copies of the following ready:Your CV detailsYour official academic transcript (current University of Auckland students can print their unofficial transcript from Student Services Online; non-University of Auckland students will need a copy of their official transcript)Any project-specific information that has been requested by the faculty (as noted in the project description)
- Your official academic transcript (current University of Auckland students can print their unofficial transcript from Student Services Online; non-University of Auckland students will need a copy of their official transcript)
Application process
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Application checklist
- Compare your profile with the verified eligibility criteria on this page.
- Review the official application page for the complete list of required documents.
- Use the official application route linked on this page rather than a third-party submission form.
- Submit before the verified application timing shown in the Key dates section.
This checklist organises the verified requirements already shown on this page; it does not replace the provider’s official instructions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the value of Summer Research Scholarships?
University of Auckland states: "Receive a tax-free stipend of $6,820.80, paid in fortnightly instalments."
Am I eligible for Summer Research Scholarships?
In University of Auckland's own words: "Open to high-achieving domestic and international students currently enrolled at a New Zealand university who will have completed at least two years of equivalent full-time study in an undergraduate degree by December 2026."
Is Summer Research Scholarships open to applicants from outside New Zealand?
Yes. The eligibility record states: Open to high-achieving domestic and international students currently enrolled at a New Zealand university who will have….
Is this for Master's, PhD or postdoctoral applicants?
It is for Undergraduate level applicants at University of Auckland in New Zealand.
Is Summer Research Scholarships still open?
No. The most recent round has closed. This award has run before; check the official page for the next round.
Where do I apply?
Directly with University of Auckland, through the official application page linked from this record.
What do I need to submit?
The official page lists 2 items: Have electronic copies of the following ready:Your CV detailsYour official academic transcript (current University of Auckland students can print their unofficial transcript from Student Services Online; non-University of Auckland students will need a copy of their official transcript)Any project-specific information that has been requested by the faculty (as noted in the project description), Your official academic transcript (current University of Auckland students can print their unofficial transcript from Student Services Online; non-University of Auckland students will need a copy of their official transcript).
How was this information verified?
Every fact on this page was read from University of Auckland's official pages, which ScholarshipFrontier rechecks automatically; the sources and the last check date are listed at the bottom of the page.
Official sources & verification
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Official sources last checked: 27 Oct 2026 · Verified yesterday
About University of Auckland
University of Auckland is based in New Zealand and publishes this opportunity on its own official pages, which ScholarshipFrontier reads directly.