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All eight universities are state-funded, globally ranked and genuinely student-focused. New Zealand offers internationally recognised qualifications, a safe and supportive environment and excellent student experiences across its universities and institutes of technology. Every one of the country’s eight universities is state-funded and ranked in the QS world top 500 — an unusually consistent standard for any country.
Tuition / year
NZ$26,000 – NZ$45,000
Living cost evidence
NZ$20,000 per year
Work rights
Up to 25 hours per week during term
Visa fee
NZ$850 for an online application
Six reasons students choose New Zealand.
And the trade-offs we make sure you understand before you commit.
25 work hours per week
The most generous term-time work allowance of our four destinations, raised from 20 hours.
All 8 universities globally ranked
Every New Zealand university sits in the QS world top 500 — there is no weak option.
Three-year post-study work visa
Level 7 degree graduates and above can stay and work for up to three years.
Partner and child rights
Partners of students in eligible programs can apply for work visas, and children can attend school as domestic students.
Green List occupations
Straight-to-residence and work-to-residence pathways for in-demand skills.
Lower cost of living
Outside Auckland, living costs are noticeably lower than comparable Australian cities.
New Zealand in numbers.
Figures are indicative and correct to the best of our knowledge as at September 2026. Government thresholds change — we verify each one against the official source before you lodge.
6 cities where we place students
- Intakes
- February (Semester 1 — main) · July (Semester 2) · Selected November intakes
- Tuition
- NZ$26,000 – NZ$45,000 per year for most undergraduate and postgraduate programs
- Living cost evidence
- NZ$20,000 per year (NZ$1,667 per month for courses under 12 months)
- Work rights
- Up to 25 hours per week during term, full-time during scheduled breaks
- Post-study work
- Post-Study Work Visa — up to 3 years for Level 7 degree and above
- Institutions in our network
- 8+ partner universities listed, many more available on request
Fee Paying Student Visa — what it takes.
The requirements, the documents and the part of the process where most applications actually fail.
Requirements at a glance
- Visa type
- Fee Paying Student Visa
- Application fee
- NZ$850 for an online application (includes levies)
- Health cover
- Acceptable medical and travel insurance for the duration of your stay
- Financial evidence
- NZ$20,000 per year of living costs, or NZ$1,667 per month for courses under 12 months
- Typical processing
- Typically 3–8 weeks; longer during the October–March peak
Heads up: Funds must be evidenced separately from your tuition fees, which are paid in full or as agreed with the institution.
Documents you will need
- Valid passport
- Offer of Place from an approved education provider
- Academic records and transcripts
- Financial documents evidencing tuition and living costs
- Health and character documents (medical certificate, police clearance) where required
- Acceptable insurance confirmation
How Next Campus handles your New Zealand visa
- Institution and course selection support
- Student visa eligibility assessment
- Documentation guidance
- Financial evidence review
- Application preparation
- Visa application assistance
- Pre-departure support
Work rights & PR pathways
During study: Up to 25 hours per week during term, full-time during scheduled breaks
After graduation: Post-Study Work Visa — up to 3 years for Level 7 degree and above — A 6-month Short-Term Graduate Visa is also available to help eligible graduates secure employer sponsorship.
- Post-Study Work Visa of up to 3 years for Level 7 degree graduates and above.
- Short-Term Graduate Visa (6 months) to find an accredited employer.
- Skilled Migrant Category resident visa using the 6-point system.
- Green List roles offering Straight to Residence or Work to Residence pathways.
New Zealand universities we work with.
A selection from our New Zealand network. Click any university for rankings, indicative tuition, entry requirements and available study areas.
QS Top 70
University of Auckland
Auckland
NZ$34,000 – NZ$48,000
QS Top 200
University of Otago
Dunedin
NZ$31,000 – NZ$44,000
QS Top 250
Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington
NZ$30,000 – NZ$42,000
QS Top 250
University of Canterbury
Christchurch
NZ$30,000 – NZ$43,000
QS Top 300
Massey University
Palmerston North
NZ$28,000 – NZ$40,000
QS Top 300
University of Waikato
Hamilton
NZ$28,000 – NZ$40,000
QS Top 400
Lincoln University
Christchurch
NZ$27,000 – NZ$38,000
QS Top 450
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland
NZ$28,000 – NZ$40,000
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New Zealand questions, answered properly.
These are the five questions we are asked most often about New Zealand.
Ask a different questionHow many hours can I work in New Zealand as a student?
Eligible students can work up to 25 hours per week during term time and full-time during scheduled course breaks. Students on research master’s and doctoral programs have unlimited work rights.
How much money do I need for a New Zealand student visa?
You must evidence NZ$20,000 per year of living costs — or NZ$1,667 per month for courses shorter than 12 months — in addition to paying your tuition fees.
What post-study work rights do I get?
Graduates of Level 7 bachelor’s degrees and above can generally apply for a Post-Study Work Visa of up to three years. Level 4–6 graduates may be eligible for a 6-month Short-Term Graduate Visa to secure accredited employer sponsorship.
Can my partner and children come with me?
Partners of students in eligible programs can apply for a work visa, and dependent children can study at New Zealand schools as domestic students. Eligibility depends on your course level.
Is New Zealand cheaper than Australia?
Tuition is broadly comparable, but living costs outside Auckland are typically lower than in Sydney or Melbourne. The required living-cost evidence is NZ$20,000 versus A$29,710 in Australia.
Still weighing up destinations?
Most students we counsel change their mind at least once. That is a good sign — it means they are comparing properly.
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