University of Otago

University of Otago is a university in Dunedin. International students should budget around US$30,000 a year in total, covering roughly US$21,200 in tuition and US$8,800 in living costs. The fee schedule below breaks that down across 3 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.

362 Leith Street, Dunedin North, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand

Tuition: US$21,200/yr
Living: US$8,800/yr
Total: US$30,000/yr
Type: University
Location: Dunedin

Why students choose University of Otago

New Zealand's first public university
Ranked 197th among the world's leading universities
#1 in New Zealand for educational performance, and top 5% globally for sustainability
Flexible study across more than 200 undergraduate and postgraduate programmes
96% of graduates find work
Top 5 most beautiful campuses in the world

University of Otago fees for international students

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

Fee schedule for University of Otago
Item	Amount
Undergraduate	NZD 35,000–44,000
Postgraduate	NZD 37,000–49,000
NZD 15,000–18,000

University of Otago entry requirements

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

Undergraduate

High school graduate with a year-12 GPA of 8.0 or above
English at IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5
Or completion of a New Zealand foundation programme

Postgraduate

A bachelor's degree with a GPA of 7.5 or above
English at IELTS 6.5 with no component below 6.0
Some subjects require relevant work experience

Scholarships at University of Otago

Stackable scholarships worth up to NZD 65,000 for bachelor's students
University of Otago International Academic Excellence Scholarship: up to NZD 35,000
University of Otago Global Scholarship: NZD 15,000
New Zealand Universities Awards (NZUA): NZD 15,000
University of Otago Coursework Master's Scholarship: NZD 10,000
University of Otago Pathway Scholarship: NZD 5,000

Frequently asked

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

Budget roughly US$30,000 a year in total — about US$21,200 in tuition and US$8,800 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 Otago?

Requirements are set by level and listed in full on this page. High school graduate with a year-12 GPA of 8.0 or above

Where is University of Otago?

University of Otago is in Dunedin, at 362 Leith Street, Dunedin North, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand.

Can international students work while studying at University of Otago?

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.