🇳🇿 Study in New Zealand
Strong in environment, science, engineering. Safety safe (15/100).
New Zealand is a relatively settled destination for international students, where living costs run about €900–€1500 a month. Its academic strengths sit in environment, science, engineering. Acceptance sits near 65%, and student visas process in around 45 days. Scholarship routes exist for eligible students.
Key facts · New Zealand
Monthly cost
€900–1500
Acceptance rate
65%
Visa processing
~45d
Work visa
—
QS rank (best)
#68
Scholarships
Yes
Degree tuition
~€15,000/yr
Degree tuition: ~€15,000/yr (median) — range €13,000–€16,000/yr across 9 degree programmes in the Meridian dataset. International-student fees and specific programmes can differ; confirm on the university's official page.
Proof of funds (student visa): NZD 20,000/yr — figure from the Meridian dataset; confirm the current amount on the official source.
Official languages: — · sources: Frankfurter/ECB (USD/NZD), UK FCDO Travel Advice (GOV.UK), Immigration New Zealand. · How we calculate this
Figures are indicative estimates from the Meridian dataset — not official guidance. Always confirm current requirements on the official source before you decide.
Cost of living · New Zealand
Rent
€700
Food
€320
Transport
€100
Other
€250
Monthly total
€1,370
Indicative monthly cost of living for a moderate lifestyle, ranging about €830–€1,950/mo from economic to comfortable — modeled estimates from the Meridian dataset; confirm current local prices before you budget.
Programs in New Zealand
University degrees (11)
- Auckland University of TechnologyAuckland University of Technology is a public university in Auckland, New Zealand. It was established on 1 January 2000, when the Auckland Institute of Technology was incorporated into the newly created university by Order in Council under the Education Act 1989.
- Lincoln UniversityLincoln University is a public university in New Zealand that was formed in 1990 when Lincoln College, Canterbury was made independent of the University of Canterbury. Founded in 1878, it is the oldest agricultural teaching institution in the Southern Hemisphere.
- Lincoln University (New Zealand)Lincoln University is a public university in New Zealand that was formed in 1990 when Lincoln College, Canterbury was made independent of the University of Canterbury. Founded in 1878, it is the oldest agricultural teaching institution in the Southern Hemisphere.
- Massey UniversityMassey University, Palmerston North kökenli, uzaktan eğitim ve uygulamalı bilimlerde güçlü Yeni Zelanda kamu üniversitesidir.
- Unitec Institute of TechnologyUnitec Institute of Technology is a New Zealand tertiary provider in Auckland. The official site presents career and study options, certificates, diplomas, degrees, international student information, application and funding guidance, student services, campuses, research and enterprise activity.
- University of AucklandAuckland Üniversitesi, 1883'te Auckland University College adıyla Yeni Zelanda'da kurulan, ülkenin en büyük kamu araştırma üniversitesidir.
Summer schools (7)
- Edventure Holiday Programmes AucklandEdventure Holiday Programmes Auckland is a short-term summer programme in Auckland, New Zealand, with an official programme page available for students exploring seasonal study options.
- El Rancho Kids CampEl Rancho Kids Camp is a short-term summer camp in Waikanae, New Zealand, with an official programme page available for students exploring seasonal study options.
- Kauaeranga Valley Christian Camp Holiday Kids CampKauaeranga Valley Christian Camp Holiday Kids Camp is a short-term summer camp in Thames, New Zealand, with an official programme page available for students exploring seasonal study options.
- NZLC English Plus Activities Programme AucklandNZLC English Plus Activities Programme Auckland is a short-term summer language programme in Auckland, New Zealand, with an official programme page available for learners exploring seasonal study options.
- University of AucklandAuckland Üniversitesi, 1883'te Auckland University College adıyla Yeni Zelanda'da kurulan, ülkenin en büyük kamu araştırma üniversitesidir.
- University of Auckland SummerUniversity of Auckland Summer is a summer English language programme in Auckland, offering intensive courses, cultural activities, and optional excursions for international students.
Boarding schools (3)
- Christs College ChristchurchChrists College Christchurch is a boarding school option in Christchurch, New Zealand, with an official school page available for families exploring residential study environments.
- Kings College AucklandKings College Auckland is a boarding school option in Auckland, New Zealand, with an official school page available for families exploring residential study environments.
- Kings College Auckland BoardingKings College Auckland Boarding is a boarding school option in Auckland, New Zealand, with an official school page available for families exploring residential study environments.
Foundation & pathway programs (4)
- Auckland University of TechnologyAuckland University of Technology is a public university in Auckland, New Zealand. It was established on 1 January 2000, when the Auckland Institute of Technology was incorporated into the newly created university by Order in Council under the Education Act 1989.
- Massey University Foundation Certificate InternationalMassey University Foundation Certificate International is a foundation pathway option in Auckland, New Zealand, with an official programme page available for students preparing for further academic study.
- University of Auckland Certificate in Foundation StudiesUniversity of Auckland Certificate in Foundation Studies is a foundation pathway option in Auckland, New Zealand, with an official programme page available for students preparing for further academic study.
- University of OtagoOtago Üniversitesi, 1869'da Dunedin'de kurulan, Yeni Zelanda'nın en eski kamu araştırma üniversitesidir.
Language schools (10)
- Alliance Francaise Auckland Kids and Teenagers FrenchAlliance Francaise Auckland offers French classes and holiday programs for children and teenagers.
- Crown Institute of Studies Under 18 English AucklandCrown Institute of Studies Under 18 English Auckland is a language institute in Auckland, New Zealand, with an official programme page available for learners exploring short- or medium-term study options.
- EF Education First AucklandEF Education First in Auckland is part of the global EF network offering general English, IELTS and Cambridge exam preparation, and English for Academic Purposes programmes for international students.
- Evakona Education Parent and Child English ImmersionEvakona Education Parent and Child English Immersion is a language programme provider in Whitianga, New Zealand, with an official programme page available for learners exploring language study options.
- Goethe-Institut New Zealand German Courses for Kids and TeenagersGoethe-Institut New Zealand offers interactive German courses for kids and teenagers.
- Kaplan International AucklandKaplan International English in Auckland offers accredited general English, IELTS, TOEFL, and Cambridge exam preparation programmes, with flexible study options for all levels.
Exchange programs (6)
- AFS Exchange — New ZealandAFS Intercultural Programs high school exchange in New Zealand. Students live with a host family and attend a local school for an academic year or semester.
- University of Canterbury Inbound Student ExchangeInbound student exchange program for nominated students from exchange partner institutions, with tuition waived and credit transfer back to the home university.
- AFS Intercultural ProgramsAFS Intercultural Programs is an international youth exchange organization. It consists of over 50 independent, not-for-profit organizations, each with its network of volunteers, professionally staffed offices, volunteer board of directors and website.
- AFS New ZealandAFS New Zealand is an exchange-oriented study option linked to Auckland, New Zealand, with an official programme page available for students exploring temporary academic mobility opportunities.
- Rotary Youth Exchange New ZealandRotary Youth Exchange New Zealand is an exchange-oriented study option linked to Auckland, New Zealand, with an official programme page available for students exploring temporary academic mobility opportunities.
- University of Auckland Study Abroad and Exchange IncomingUniversity of Auckland Study Abroad and Exchange Incoming is an exchange-oriented study option linked to Auckland, New Zealand, with an official programme page available for students exploring temporary academic mobility opportunities.
See all programs, filters and matches in the Meridian app.
Scholarships for New Zealand
- Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships
- University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship
- New Zealand International Scholarships
Scholarships from the Meridian dataset — eligibility, amounts and deadlines change; always confirm on the official source. Browse all scholarships →
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