University of Auckland

University of Auckland is a university in Auckland. International students should budget around US$36,500 a year in total, covering roughly US$25,000 in tuition and US$11,500 in living costs. The fee schedule below breaks that down across 12 published items. Entry requirements are listed by level, with the English score each one needs. It is one of 11 institutions we list in New Zealand.

34 Princes Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

Tuition: US$25,000/yr
Living: US$11,500/yr
Total: US$36,500/yr
Type: University
Location: Auckland

Why students choose University of Auckland

The largest public university in New Zealand, with 40,000 students
Ranked 65th globally for reputation and teaching quality
Top 5 most sustainable universities in the world
One of the few universities holding the triple crown of business accreditation from AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA
#1 in New Zealand and 68th globally for graduate outcomes
Study in Auckland, among the seven most liveable cities in the world

University of Auckland fees for international students

As published by the institution. Confirm current fees directly before paying a deposit.

Fee schedule for University of Auckland
Item	Amount
Fees are indicative and change each academic year with credit load and specific major.
The Graduate Diploma in Teaching (GradDipTchg) fee is based on a 150-credit programme covering Early Childhood Education, Primary and Secondary.
Interfaculty programmes include the Postgraduate Certificate in Artificial Intelligence
Postgraduate Diploma in Artificial Intelligence
Master of Artificial Intelligence
Master of Bioscience Enterprise
Postgraduate Diploma in Bioscience Enterprise
Master of Disaster Management
Master of Energy
Master of Engineering Management
Master of Operations Research
Postgraduate Diploma in Operations Research

University of Auckland entry requirements

Set by the institution and grouped by level. English scores are minimums.

Undergraduate

High school graduate with a year-12 GPA of 8.2 or above, higher for some subjects, or
An international qualification such as the IB or A Levels, or
Completion of a New Zealand foundation programme
IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5, or an equivalent TOEFL, PTE or C1 Advanced result
Specialist subjects such as Medicine, Law and Teaching normally require IELTS 7.0 or above

Postgraduate

A recognised bachelor's degree with a GPA of 7.5 or above
IELTS 6.5 with no component below 6.0, or an equivalent TOEFL, PTE or C1 Advanced result
Some subjects require relevant work experience

Scholarships at University of Auckland

New Zealand Universities Awards (NZUA): NZD 15,000
University of Auckland ASEAN High Achievers Scholarship: NZD 10,000
University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship: NZD 10,000
University of Auckland Foundation Pathway High Achiever Award: NZD 20,000
University of Auckland International Business Masters Scholarship: NZD 24,000

Frequently asked

How much does it cost to study at University of Auckland?

Budget roughly US$36,500 a year in total — about US$25,000 in tuition and US$11,500 in living costs. Fees vary by programme; the schedule on this page lists what the institution publishes.

What are the entry requirements for University of Auckland?

Requirements are set by level and listed in full on this page. High school graduate with a year-12 GPA of 8.2 or above, higher for some subjects, or

Where is University of Auckland?

University of Auckland is in Auckland, at 34 Princes Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand.

Can international students work while studying at University of Auckland?

Work rights are set nationally, not by the institution. In New Zealand the current allowance is 20 hours/week during term, and the post-study route is post-study work visa — up to 3 years.