New Zealand
Study in New Zealand
New Zealand offers world class education system, qualifications that are valued globally, an unmatchable lifestyle and friendly & welcoming natives. This island country has abundant natural beauty, breathtaking landscapes and picturesque coastlines that make studying in New Zealand an adventurous experience.
Why Study in New Zealand?
Study in a high-quality education system closely monitored and regulated by the NZ government. Experience practical teaching style and hands-on learning to inculcate real-world skills that will open doors of global opportunities. Gain impeccable English language abilities to be effective in multicultural and challenging work environments. Stay ahead in the competition with NZ qualifications that are highly sought after in the international job market.
Quick facts
- New Zealand universities are ranked in the top 3% in the world
- Only country in the world to have all its universities in the global top 500
- Over 20,000 international students from 160 countries
- 8 state-funded universities, 16 Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics (ITPs) & 550 Private Training Establishments (PTEs)
- Post-study work visa up to three years and good permanent residency prospects
- Ranked as the top English-speaking country at preparing students for the future (The Economist Intelligence Unit in 2019)
- A member of the Lisbon Qualification Recognition Convention – NZ qualifications are recognised in over 50 countries
- Lower tuition fee with plenty of scholarships on offer
Popular Courses in New Zealand
- Agriculture & Forestry
- Business & Finance
- Engineering & Construction
- Healthcare
- StarCoursees.svgInformation Technology
Cost of Studying in New Zealand
| Types of Expenses | Annual Expenses in USD |
| Tuition Fees for one-year (Indicative)* | 25000 |
| Living and Accommodation | 15000 |
| Airfare from India to USA | 1000 |
| Visa Fees (Visa & SEVIS) | 535 |
| Total Expenses | 41535 |
Tuition Fees for one-year (Indicative)
Popular Universities in USA
| University | Location |
|---|---|
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) | Cambridge, MA |
| Stanford University | Stanford, CA |
| Harvard University | Cambridge, MA |
| California Institute of Technology (Caltech) | Pasadena, CA |
| Princeton University | Princeton, NJ |
| Johns Hopkins University | Baltimore, MD |
| University of Chicago | Chicago, IL |
| University of Pennsylvania | Philadelphia, PA |
| Yale University | New Haven, CT |
| Columbia University | New York, NY |
Study in USA FAQ's
As an international student you may work on campus up to 20 hours/week in the first year of study in US and can apply to work off-campus in the subsequent years only with due permission of the International Student Office under CPT or OPT.
U.S. universities require an English language proficiency test before admission and the test requirements vary depending on the course you apply for. English Language Ability Tests. The most common tests of English language ability are the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), and the Pearson Test of English (PTE).
Undergraduate Level Examinations
✅ SAT: A standardized test to evaluate the written, verbal and mathematical skills of the applicants.
✅ ACT: To test the student’s ability in English, Math, Science, Reading and Writing sections. Graduate-Level Examinations
✅ GRE: A standardized test of verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, and analytical writing for graduate-level study.
✅ GMAT: A standardized test for MBA applicants and for business programs that measures basic verbal, mathematical, analytical writing and integrated reasoning skills.
✅ MCAT: A standardized examination that assesses problem solving, critical thinking, writing skills, and knowledge of science concepts and principles essential for the study of medicine.
✅ LSAT: A standardized test to measure the reading and verbal reasoning skills used by the law schools as an assessment factor for admission.
✅ DAT: A test to measure general academic ability, comprehension of scientific information, and perceptual ability, used for admission to Dental schools.
STEM (Sciences, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) subjects are mostly opted by international as well as domestic students to study in USA. However, Psychology, Business Administration, Education, Economics and Political Science are certain other popular courses.
Scholarships and grants are usually awarded to international students in USA on the basis of merit, need or any other exceptional excellence like proficiency in sports, cultural activities or a remarkable contribution in community service. The scholarships are highly competitive. Many American universities also offer grants for foreign students who wish to study at their institution but these vary substantially from university to university. The Standardized Test scores play a vital role in U.S. universities granting scholarships.