The University of Waikato Research Masters Scholarship (formerly the University of Waikato Masters Research Scholarship) was established in 1997 as part of the University’s commitment to graduate research. The Scholarship supports students undertaking a master’s thesis at the University of Waikato. The number of scholarships offered each year is based primarily on the total pool of funding available. There are two rounds each year closing on 31 October and 30 April. Applicants who have already started their thesis may apply.

International students must have completed at least 120-points of study at a New Zealand university in order to be eligible for this Scholarship.