Aukland Institute of Studies

The Auckland Institute of Studies (AIS) is one of New Zealand’s leading private tertiary education providers, established in 1990. Located in Mt Albert, Auckland, AIS operates two campuses: the St Helens Campus and the Asquith Campus. The institute offers a wide range of NZQA-approved qualifications, including diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate programs in fields such as business, information technology, tourism management, hospitality management, and English language studies.

AIS is known for its personalized education approach, small class sizes, and strong student support services. The institute has a diverse student body, with a significant number of international students from various countries. AIS also provides on-campus accommodation, internship opportunities, and career support services to enhance the student experience and employability.

The institute maintains strategic alliances and articulation agreements with several educational institutions in New Zealand and overseas, facilitating student exchange and collaborative programs


Scholarship


???? Undergraduate Scholarships at AIS

???? For Domestic (New Zealand) Students

1.      AIS Scholarship

o    Award: Covers 50% of tuition fees for the first year of study in any Diploma, Bachelor degree, or Graduate Diploma program.

o    Eligibility: Open to domestic students enrolling in their first year of study at AIS.

o    Application: Applicants must demonstrate academic merit and meet the entry requirements for their chosen program.

2.      Academic Achievement Awards

o    Eligibility: Students must have completed at least one semester at AIS and achieved outstanding academic results.

o    Application: No separate application is required; eligible students are automatically considered.

3.      Scholarships Promoting Diversity

o    Purpose: Designed to promote ethnic and gender diversity in the workplace.

o    Eligibility: Domestic students from diverse backgrounds enrolling in undergraduate programs.

o    Application: Details and application procedures can be found on the AIS website.

???? For International Students

1.      AIS Scholarship

o    Award: Covers 50% of tuition fees for the first year of study in any Diploma, Bachelor degree, or Graduate Diploma program.

o    Eligibility: Open to international students enrolling in their first year of study at AIS.

o    Application: Applicants must demonstrate academic merit and meet the entry requirements for their chosen program.

2.      Academic Achievement Awards

o    Eligibility: International students who have completed at least one semester at AIS and achieved outstanding academic results.

o    Application: No separate application is required; eligible students are automatically considered.

3.      GlobalScholarships.com $3,000 Scholarship

o    Award: Provides partial funding of $3,000 USD.

o    Eligibility: International students pursuing Associate, Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD programs at AIS.

o    Application: Applicants must apply through the GlobalScholarships.com platform.

???? Graduate Scholarships at AIS

???? For Domestic (New Zealand) Students

  1. AIS Scholarship

    • Award: Covers 50% of tuition fees for the first year of study in any Diploma, Bachelor degree, Graduate Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma, or Master's programme, including MBA and MIT.

    • Eligibility:

      • Permanent residents of New Zealand, the Cook Islands, Tokelau, Niue, or Australia.

      • Must meet the relevant standard AIS programme entry requirements.

    • Application:

      • Applications should be emailed.

      • Applications close four weeks prior to the start of the intended semester start date.

    • Selection Criteria: Based on the applicant's academic merit and financial need. 

  2. Academic Achievement Awards

    • Award: A limited number of academic scholarships are available each semester for current AIS students enrolled in Level 5 diploma, Level 6 diploma, bachelor degree, or postgraduate programmes.

    • Eligibility:

      • Students must have completed at least one semester at AIS.

      • Must have achieved outstanding academic results.

    • Application: No separate application is required; eligible students are automatically considered. 

  3. Maori Grants

    • Award: Covers tuition fees for 10 Maori applicants.

    • Eligibility: Open to Maori students enrolling in undergraduate or postgraduate programmes.

    • Application: Separate application forms and terms and conditions apply. 

???? For International Students

  1. AIS Scholarship

    • Award: Covers 50% of tuition fees for the first year of study in any Diploma, Bachelor degree, Graduate Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma, or Master's programme, including MBA and MIT.

    • Eligibility:

      • International students enrolling in their first year of study at AIS.

      • Must meet the relevant standard AIS programme entry requirements.

    • Application:

      • Applications should be emailed.

      • Applications close four weeks prior to the start of the intended semester start date.

    • Selection Criteria: Based on the applicant's academic merit and financial need. 

  2. Academic Achievement Awards

    • Award: A limited number of academic scholarships are available each semester for current AIS students enrolled in Level 5 diploma, Level 6 diploma, bachelor degree, or postgraduate programmes.

    • Eligibility:

      • International students must have completed at least one semester at AIS.

      • Must have achieved outstanding academic results.

    • Application: No separate application is required; eligible students are automatically considered. 

  3. Alumni Scholarship

    • Award: Provides partial funding for returning students who have previously completed a programme at AIS.

    • Eligibility:

      • International students who have completed a previous programme at AIS and are enrolling in a subsequent postgraduate programme.

    • Application: Details and application procedures can be found on the AIS website.

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Eligibility criteria


???? Undergraduate Admission Eligibility – AIS

1. Academic Requirements

  • Completion of New Zealand Year 13 or equivalent secondary school qualification.

  • International students must have a qualification equivalent to New Zealand’s NCEA Level 3 or Cambridge International A-Levels.

  • Specific programs may have subject prerequisites (e.g., Mathematics for IT programs).

2. English Language Proficiency

For students whose first language is not English:

  • IELTS: Minimum overall score of 6.0 (no band less than 5.5).

  • TOEFL iBT: Score of 60–78.

  • PTE Academic: Score of 50 overall.

  • Students may also be accepted through AIS’s English Language Centre pathway.

3. Age Requirement

  • Applicants must generally be 17 years or older at the time of admission.

  • Some exceptions may apply for younger students with guardian arrangements.

4. Supporting Documents

  • Certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates.

  • Evidence of English language proficiency.

  • Copy of passport (for international students).

  • Completed AIS application form.

5. Visa Requirements (for International Students)

  • Must meet the New Zealand student visa requirements:

    • Offer of place from AIS.

    • Proof of tuition payment and financial support.

    • Medical and character clearances.

      Graduate Scholarships at Auckland Institute of Studies (AIS)

      ???? For Domestic Students

      1.      AIS Scholarship

      o    Award: Covers 50% of tuition fees for the first year of study in any Diploma, Bachelor degree, Graduate Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma, or Master's programme, including MBA and MIT.

      o    Eligibility:

      §  Permanent residents of New Zealand, the Cook Islands, Tokelau, Niue, or Australia.

      §  Must meet the relevant standard AIS programme entry requirements.

      o    Application:

      §  Applications should be emailed.

      §  Applications close four weeks prior to the start of the intended semester start date.

      o    Selection Criteria: Based on academic merit and financial need.

      2.      Academic Achievement Awards

      o    Award: A limited number of academic scholarships are available each semester for current AIS students enrolled in Level 5 diploma, Level 6 diploma, bachelor degree, or postgraduate programmes.

      o    Eligibility:

      §  Students must have completed at least one semester at AIS.

      §  Must have achieved outstanding academic results.

      o    Application: No separate application is required; eligible students are automatically considered.

      3.      Maori Grants

      o    Award: Covers tuition fees for 10 Maori applicants.

      o    Eligibility: Open to Maori students enrolling in undergraduate or postgraduate programmes.

      o    Application: Separate application forms and terms and conditions apply.

      ???? For International Students

      1.      AIS Scholarship

      o    Award: Covers 50% of tuition fees for the first year of study in any Diploma, Bachelor degree, Graduate Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma, or Master's programme, including MBA and MIT.

      o    Eligibility:

      §  International students enrolling in their first year of study at AIS.

      §  Must meet the relevant standard AIS programme entry requirements.

      o    Application:

      §  Applications should be emailed.

      §  Applications close four weeks prior to the start of the intended semester start date.

      o    Selection Criteria: Based on academic merit and financial need.

      2.      Academic Achievement Awards

      o    Award: A limited number of academic scholarships are available each semester for current AIS students enrolled in Level 5 diploma, Level 6 diploma, bachelor degree, or postgraduate programmes.

      o    Eligibility:

      §  International students must have completed at least one semester at AIS.

      §  Must have achieved outstanding academic results.

      o    Application: No separate application is required; eligible students are automatically considered.

      3.      Alumni Scholarship

      o    Award: Provides partial funding for returning students who have previously completed a programme at AIS.

      o    Eligibility:

      §  International students who have completed a previous programme at AIS and are enrolling in a subsequent postgraduate programme.

      o    Application: Details and application procedures can be found on the AIS website.

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???? Undergraduate Scholarships at AIS

???? For Domestic (New Zealand) Students

1.      AIS Scholarship

o    Award: Covers 50% of tuition fees for the first year of study in any Diploma, Bachelor degree, or Graduate Diploma program.

o    Eligibility: Open to domestic students enrolling in their first year of study at AIS.

o    Application: Applicants must demonstrate academic merit and meet the entry requirements for their chosen program.

2.      Academic Achievement Awards

o    Eligibility: Students must have completed at least one semester at AIS and achieved outstanding academic results.

o    Application: No separate application is required; eligible students are automatically considered.

3.      Scholarships Promoting Diversity

o    Purpose: Designed to promote ethnic and gender diversity in the workplace.

o    Eligibility: Domestic students from diverse backgrounds enrolling in undergraduate programs.

o    Application: Details and application procedures can be found on the AIS website.

???? For International Students

1.      AIS Scholarship

o    Award: Covers 50% of tuition fees for the first year of study in any Diploma, Bachelor degree, or Graduate Diploma program.

o    Eligibility: Open to international students enrolling in their first year of study at AIS.

o    Application: Applicants must demonstrate academic merit and meet the entry requirements for their chosen program.

2.      Academic Achievement Awards

o    Eligibility: International students who have completed at least one semester at AIS and achieved outstanding academic results.

o    Application: No separate application is required; eligible students are automatically considered.

3.      GlobalScholarships.com $3,000 Scholarship

o    Award: Provides partial funding of $3,000 USD.

o    Eligibility: International students pursuing Associate, Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD programs at AIS.

o    Application: Applicants must apply through the GlobalScholarships.com platform.

???? Graduate Scholarships at AIS

???? For Domestic (New Zealand) Students

  1. AIS Scholarship

    • Award: Covers 50% of tuition fees for the first year of study in any Diploma, Bachelor degree, Graduate Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma, or Master's programme, including MBA and MIT.

    • Eligibility:

      • Permanent residents of New Zealand, the Cook Islands, Tokelau, Niue, or Australia.

      • Must meet the relevant standard AIS programme entry requirements.

    • Application:

      • Applications should be emailed.

      • Applications close four weeks prior to the start of the intended semester start date.

    • Selection Criteria: Based on the applicant's academic merit and financial need. 

  2. Academic Achievement Awards

    • Award: A limited number of academic scholarships are available each semester for current AIS students enrolled in Level 5 diploma, Level 6 diploma, bachelor degree, or postgraduate programmes.

    • Eligibility:

      • Students must have completed at least one semester at AIS.

      • Must have achieved outstanding academic results.

    • Application: No separate application is required; eligible students are automatically considered. 

  3. Maori Grants

    • Award: Covers tuition fees for 10 Maori applicants.

    • Eligibility: Open to Maori students enrolling in undergraduate or postgraduate programmes.

    • Application: Separate application forms and terms and conditions apply. 

???? For International Students

  1. AIS Scholarship

    • Award: Covers 50% of tuition fees for the first year of study in any Diploma, Bachelor degree, Graduate Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma, or Master's programme, including MBA and MIT.

    • Eligibility:

      • International students enrolling in their first year of study at AIS.

      • Must meet the relevant standard AIS programme entry requirements.

    • Application:

      • Applications should be emailed.

      • Applications close four weeks prior to the start of the intended semester start date.

    • Selection Criteria: Based on the applicant's academic merit and financial need. 

  2. Academic Achievement Awards

    • Award: A limited number of academic scholarships are available each semester for current AIS students enrolled in Level 5 diploma, Level 6 diploma, bachelor degree, or postgraduate programmes.

    • Eligibility:

      • International students must have completed at least one semester at AIS.

      • Must have achieved outstanding academic results.

    • Application: No separate application is required; eligible students are automatically considered. 

  3. Alumni Scholarship

    • Award: Provides partial funding for returning students who have previously completed a programme at AIS.

    • Eligibility:

      • International students who have completed a previous programme at AIS and are enrolling in a subsequent postgraduate programme.

    • Application: Details and application procedures can be found on the AIS website.

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???? Undergraduate Admission Eligibility – AIS

1. Academic Requirements

  • Completion of New Zealand Year 13 or equivalent secondary school qualification.

  • International students must have a qualification equivalent to New Zealand’s NCEA Level 3 or Cambridge International A-Levels.

  • Specific programs may have subject prerequisites (e.g., Mathematics for IT programs).

2. English Language Proficiency

For students whose first language is not English:

  • IELTS: Minimum overall score of 6.0 (no band less than 5.5).

  • TOEFL iBT: Score of 60–78.

  • PTE Academic: Score of 50 overall.

  • Students may also be accepted through AIS’s English Language Centre pathway.

3. Age Requirement

  • Applicants must generally be 17 years or older at the time of admission.

  • Some exceptions may apply for younger students with guardian arrangements.

4. Supporting Documents

  • Certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates.

  • Evidence of English language proficiency.

  • Copy of passport (for international students).

  • Completed AIS application form.

5. Visa Requirements (for International Students)

  • Must meet the New Zealand student visa requirements:

    • Offer of place from AIS.

    • Proof of tuition payment and financial support.

    • Medical and character clearances.

      Graduate Scholarships at Auckland Institute of Studies (AIS)

      ???? For Domestic Students

      1.      AIS Scholarship

      o    Award: Covers 50% of tuition fees for the first year of study in any Diploma, Bachelor degree, Graduate Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma, or Master's programme, including MBA and MIT.

      o    Eligibility:

      §  Permanent residents of New Zealand, the Cook Islands, Tokelau, Niue, or Australia.

      §  Must meet the relevant standard AIS programme entry requirements.

      o    Application:

      §  Applications should be emailed.

      §  Applications close four weeks prior to the start of the intended semester start date.

      o    Selection Criteria: Based on academic merit and financial need.

      2.      Academic Achievement Awards

      o    Award: A limited number of academic scholarships are available each semester for current AIS students enrolled in Level 5 diploma, Level 6 diploma, bachelor degree, or postgraduate programmes.

      o    Eligibility:

      §  Students must have completed at least one semester at AIS.

      §  Must have achieved outstanding academic results.

      o    Application: No separate application is required; eligible students are automatically considered.

      3.      Maori Grants

      o    Award: Covers tuition fees for 10 Maori applicants.

      o    Eligibility: Open to Maori students enrolling in undergraduate or postgraduate programmes.

      o    Application: Separate application forms and terms and conditions apply.

      ???? For International Students

      1.      AIS Scholarship

      o    Award: Covers 50% of tuition fees for the first year of study in any Diploma, Bachelor degree, Graduate Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma, or Master's programme, including MBA and MIT.

      o    Eligibility:

      §  International students enrolling in their first year of study at AIS.

      §  Must meet the relevant standard AIS programme entry requirements.

      o    Application:

      §  Applications should be emailed.

      §  Applications close four weeks prior to the start of the intended semester start date.

      o    Selection Criteria: Based on academic merit and financial need.

      2.      Academic Achievement Awards

      o    Award: A limited number of academic scholarships are available each semester for current AIS students enrolled in Level 5 diploma, Level 6 diploma, bachelor degree, or postgraduate programmes.

      o    Eligibility:

      §  International students must have completed at least one semester at AIS.

      §  Must have achieved outstanding academic results.

      o    Application: No separate application is required; eligible students are automatically considered.

      3.      Alumni Scholarship

      o    Award: Provides partial funding for returning students who have previously completed a programme at AIS.

      o    Eligibility:

      §  International students who have completed a previous programme at AIS and are enrolling in a subsequent postgraduate programme.

      o    Application: Details and application procedures can be found on the AIS website.

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