Jack Pearce Research Scholarship 2026 in New Zealand | Fully Funded

The Jack Pearce Research Scholarship is a prestigious award supporting postgraduate research in History at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington. Established in memory of Jack Pearce, it provides financial assistance to Master’s by thesis or PhD students, both domestic and international, enabling them to pursue advanced historical studies without financial barriers.

This scholarship offers a total value of $25,000, with $20,000 applied directly to tuition fees and the remaining balance provided as a stipend for living and research costs. It aims to encourage academic excellence and support scholars in their meaningful historical research.

• Open to Master’s by thesis or PhD students undertaking research in History at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.
• Students intending to transfer from other universities are eligible.
• Applications are open to both domestic and international students.
• Part-time students can apply and will receive pro-rata support.

• $25,000 total value
• $20,000 applied directly to tuition fees
• Remaining balance paid as a stipend for living and research costs
• Part-time students receive pro-rata funding