New Zealand is a popular study abroad destination for students across the globe. Learn why you should plan to spend your semester or year studying abroad in New Zealand.
Undergraduate and graduate students wishing to study abroad—look no further! Study abroad'ers all regale that the time spent on the airplane is well worth it!
While there are respectable study abroad programs across the globe, studying abroad in New Zealand is an ideal option because it provides wonderful experiences (both in and out of the classroom) and the country’s hospitality is unrivaled.
Encompassing 8 universities with a good mix of both large and small schools, New Zealand offers prime educational opportunities in a wide range of studies. Plus, every university in New Zealand is highly respected and ranked in the top 3% by QS World University Rankings.
Students will find that many career opportunities are available within the city of Auckland, and would be hard-pressed to find a location more ideal for a study abroad experience. If you think this may be the right city for you, study at the University of Auckland with IES. Those studying wildlife, conservation, biology, veterinary science, and other subjects can find programs in Dunedin, New Zealand with BCA Study Abroad.
Students who are traveling abroad for the first time or want the security of a seasoned program planner may be more comfortable with enrolling with a provider. For an extra fee, these programs will help students during every step of the process, from enrollment and getting housing to weekend excursions. This also means students will have an additional point of contact for questions about studying abroad in Oceania even before the program begins.
Studying abroad does not have to make your wallet whimper—counteract the costs by applying for a range of scholarships to finance your study abroad experience in New Zealand. Research local organizations and groups interested in sponsoring overseas studies, find out if the program you would like to attend provides scholarships; see if your university-sponsored aid can carry over — there are plenty of options, you just need to find them! And we tend to guide you.
- The New Zealand Scholarship is available to international undergraduate students and are merit-based.
- Break Out is a searchable database of over 2,200 awards, scholarships and grants for individuals in New Zealand.
- A number of grants and scholarships are available to ISA program participants, including add on if you receive other prestigious scholarships such as the Benjamin A. Gilman international scholarship.
- As a non-profit, the various USAC study abroad scholarship opportunities aim for students to gain international experience -- without breaking the bank.