T R Johnston Scholarship 2025

The T R Johnston Scholarship 2025-2026 at the University of Auckland is a merit-based award established in 1981 by Emeritus Professor T R Johnston to recognize and reward academic excellence in Accounting. It supports students enrolled full-time in a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) [BCom(Hons)] or Master of Commerce (MCom) in Accounting who achieved the highest grade point average (GPA) in Stage III Accounting courses in the preceding year. The scholarship provides up to NZD 500 to assist with educational expenses. The University of Auckland, New Zealand’s highest-ranked university (81st in QS World University Rankings 2025), enrolls over 43,000 students across eight faculties, with a strong reputation in business and accounting. Administered by the Faculty of Business and Economics, this scholarship enhances recipients’ credentials and supports their academic journey at a globally recognized institution.

To be eligible for the T R Johnston Scholarship 2025-2026, applicants must:

• Be enrolled full-time (minimum 120 points/year for BCom(Hons), 180 points for MCom) in a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) or Master of Commerce program majoring in Accounting at the University of Auckland.

• Have completed Stage III Accounting courses (e.g., ACCTG 311, 312, 321) in the year(s) preceding the award (2024 or 2023-2024 for part-time students).

• Achieve the highest GPA in Stage III Accounting courses among eligible students, as determined by the Head of the Department of Accounting and Finance.

• Be open to all nationalities (New Zealand citizens, permanent residents, and international students).

• Exclusions:

  • Not available for students in other programs (e.g., BCom without Honours, non-Accounting majors) or part-time students unless they completed Stage III Accounting courses over two years.

  • Not available for students who have not completed the required Stage III Accounting courses.

  • No separate application is required, as the scholarship is awarded by nomination.

• Value: Up to NZD 500, awarded as a one-time payment.

• Disbursement: Paid directly to the recipient’s nominated bank account or applied as a tuition fee credit in Semester One 2026, following the academic census date (March 2026).

• Duration: Non-renewable, awarded for one academic year (2025-26).

• Additional Benefits:

  • Recognition as a T R Johnston Scholar, enhancing academic and professional credentials.

  • Access to the University of Auckland’s career services, with 95% graduate employability (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2024).

  • Networking opportunities within the Faculty of Business and Economics and the university’s alumni network of over 90,000.

• Note: The scholarship does not cover living expenses (NZD 20,000–25,000/year in Auckland), accommodation (NZD 10,000–15,000/year), or additional fees (e.g., student services, health insurance, ~NZD 1,000/year). Total financial aid cannot exceed tuition costs, and adjustments may be made if combined with other funding. Education loans via WeMakeScholars or banks (e.g., SBI, HDFC Credila) are available for remaining costs. International students must enroll in or waive the university’s health insurance by February 28, 2026, for 2025-26 coverage.

No application is required; the scholarship is awarded by nomination based on academic performance. The process is as follows:

1. Enrollment Confirmation: Be enrolled full-time in a BCom(Hons) or MCom in Accounting for the 2025-26 academic year at the University of Auckland.

2. Academic Assessment: The Head of the Department of Accounting and Finance reviews Stage III Accounting course grades from the preceding year(s) (2024 or 2023-2024 for part-time students).

3. Nomination: The student with the highest GPA in Stage III Accounting courses is nominated by the Head of the Department of Accounting and Finance.

4. Approval: The University of Auckland Council approves the nomination, typically by December 2025.

5. Notification: The recipient is notified via their university email by January 2026, with details on award acceptance and disbursement.

6. Acceptance: The recipient confirms acceptance by the deadline specified in the offer letter (typically February 2026) to receive the award.

Note: International students must hold a valid New Zealand student visa and be onshore by February 2026. Apply for a visa by November 2025 to allow 3–4 months for processing. Contact scholarships@auckland.ac.nz for inquiries about the nomination process or award status.

• No documents are required, as the scholarship is awarded based on academic records held by the University of Auckland.

• Note: The Faculty of Business and Economics accesses Stage III Accounting course grades and enrollment data directly from university records. Ensure your enrollment in a BCom(Hons) or MCom in Accounting is confirmed by the start of Semester One 2026.

• Nomination Period: Stage III Accounting course grades from 2024 (or 2023-2024 for part-time students) are reviewed by December 2025.

• Notification: By January 2026.

• Acceptance Deadline: Confirm with offer letter, typically February 2026.

• Enrollment Deadline: Register for Semester One 2026 by February 2026.

• Health Insurance Deadline: Enroll in or waive the university’s health insurance by February 28, 2026, for 2025-26 coverage.

• Note: As no application is required, there is no application deadline. Verify nomination and award details at www.auckland.ac.nz/en/study/scholarships-and-awards or contact scholarships@auckland.ac.nz. International students should apply for admission by October 8, 2025, for Semester One 2026 to ensure visa and enrollment compliance.

• Email: scholarships@auckland.ac.nz (Scholarships Office); international@auckland.ac.nz (International Office).

• Phone: +64 9 373 7599 (Student Support Team).

• Address: Scholarships Office, University of Auckland, Private Bag 92019, Auckland 1142, New Zealand.

• Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM (NZST).

• Website: www.auckland.ac.nz/en/study/scholarships-and-awards