PKW Tertiary Scholarships & Grants

More than 30 tertiary awards a year for PKW shareholders and their descendants, across Legacy Scholarships, joint Iwi Scholarships and Partnered Scholarships.

Closes

The 2026 round is closed; the next round for 2027 study opens in December

Who can apply

Undergraduate students with whakapapa to Parininihi ki Waitotara's 11,000+ shareholders, endorsed by a living shareholder. More than 30 awards a year across PKW Legacy Scholarships, joint Iwi Scholarships and Partnered Scholarships — one named example valued at $2,500. Awarded for up to three years.

Whakapapa

Whakapapa to iwi with shares in Parininihi ki Waitotara (11,000+ shareholders); endorsement by a living PKW shareholder required

Residency

NZ Citizen or permanent resident, enrolled as an undergraduate at a recognised institution, not already holding a postgraduate qualification

Study level

Undergraduate

Amount

Varies by award — one named scholarship valued at $2,500; total programme covers 30+ awards a year

Funding route

Scholarship

Applicants

Individuals & whānau, Tauira & researchers

Before you apply

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Checked 17 September 2026

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