Scholarship
Kiwi Music Scholarship
This scholarship assists outstanding New Zealand musical performers or conductors to continue their musical development. It supports advanced study either within New Zealand or at an overseas institution.
About this scholarship
Kiwi Music Scholarship is offered by Universities New Zealand at master and phd level. The award is valued at $15,000, provided as other support.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as other funding. Applicants selected receive $15,000. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at master and phd level. Eligible study areas include Music. Nationality requirements apply: New Zealand citizens and New Zealand permanent residents.
Eligibility
Open to New Zealand citizens or permanent residents who are outstanding musical performers or conductors.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-03-01. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
master and phd
Fields of study
Music
Nationality requirements
New Zealand citizens and New Zealand permanent residents
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- Universities New Zealand
- Award
- $15,000
- Funding type
- other
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- master and phd
- Fields of study
- Music
- Nationality
- New Zealand citizens and New Zealand permanent residents
- Deadline
- Closed · 2026-03-01
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-20