Location: New Zealand
Program: Undergraduate Program
Eligibility: International Students
Duration: 1 year
Deadline: April 30, 2026
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The Nicola Crowley Memorial Scholarship for Women in Computer Science is a prestigious annual scholarship of NZ$8,000 offered at the University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau, to support and encourage women to pursue careers in computer science and digital technologies. Established in 2018 and funded by the New Zealand Super Fund in memory of a valued colleague, Nicola Crowley, the scholarship is awarded to one woman per year who is a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident and is enrolled full-time in the penultimate (second-to-last) year of a Bachelor of Science (BSc), BSc conjoint degree, or Bachelor of Advanced Science with Honours (BAdvSci(Hons)) majoring in Computer Science, Data Science, or Statistics at the University of Auckland.
The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading research university, consistently ranked among the top 100 universities globally and home to one of the country’s most respected Faculties of Science. The Department of Computer Science at Auckland is a centre of excellence in computing and digital technologies, offering outstanding undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in computer science, data science, and related fields, and is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within the discipline. The Nicola Crowley Memorial Scholarship reflects both the university’s and the New Zealand Super Fund’s shared commitment to increasing the representation of women in technology and computing careers, honoring the legacy of a professional who made a significant contribution to the field.
Benefits of the Scholarship
This scholarship will provide the following to its recipients:
- NZ$8,000 award to assist with study-related costs in the penultimate year of undergraduate study
- One scholarship awarded annually
- Supports women to focus on and complete their undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or Statistics
- Other benefits
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following:
- Must identify as a woman
- Must be a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Must be enrolled full-time in the penultimate (second-to-last) year of a Bachelor of Science (BSc), BSc conjoint degree, or Bachelor of Advanced Science with Honours (BAdvSci(Hons)) at the University of Auckland, majoring in Computer Science, Data Science, or Statistics
- Must apply online within the designated application window, which typically opens approximately six weeks before the annual closing date (the most recent round closed May 1, 2025; check the official page for 2026 dates)
- Must read the official scholarship regulations carefully before applying to confirm full eligibility
Note: Kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed requirements
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Selection Criteria
The Nicola Crowley Memorial Scholarship for Women in Computer Science is awarded annually to one recipient selected through a competitive review process assessing all eligible applications, with selection based on academic achievement and overall merit in the applicant’s undergraduate programme in Computer Science, Data Science, or Statistics, as well as the applicant’s demonstrated commitment to pursuing a career in computer science and digital technologies; all applicants must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents enrolled full-time in the penultimate year of an eligible undergraduate degree at the University of Auckland, and outcomes are communicated to all applicants following the review process.
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to visit the official webpage and submit your application.
