University Study in New Zealand: University of Auckland (UofM Students)

Auckland, known as the "City of Sails," is New Zealand's most populated city with about a third of the country's entire population. The city offers a multicultural flair, natural beauty, a perfect setting for water sports, and tons of cultural events.

Study at the University of Auckland, a large, diverse, and urban university with a reputation for excellence in the sciences, engineering, and research.

On-campus housing is included in the program fee. Housing is available in residence halls, university apartments, and student flats. Auckland offers two unique living / learning communities -- one focused on entrepreneurship and building personal brands, the other focused on environmental and sustainability themes.

The University organizes a series of interesting activities, including ski trips, Maori cultural activities and sport days. In addition, there are over 100 student clubs for you to join.

You also have the opportunity to participate in a conservation volunteer weekend at some point during your studies. This opportunity to participate in a project and learn about the New Zealand environment is a highlight of the program.

Students studying at the University of Auckland will: 

• augment their cross-cultural understanding through interaction with New Zealand and international students and community members;
• experience New Zealand and international perspectives on academic disciplines through direct enrollment at the New Zealand host university;
• and enhance their intentionality through independent, though supported, living and learning opportunities. 

The University of Auckland has staff available to provide orientation, on-site support and advising to help you adjust to a new educational system and integrate into campus life.

• Fall 2021 - cancelled due to COVID-19
• Spring 2022 - cancelled due to COVID-19
• Academic Year 2021-22 - cancelled due to COVID-19
• Calendar Year 2022 - cancelled due to COVID-19

The New Zealand government also requires all students to carry an approved NZ-based health insurance policy. The policy costs approximately US$220 per semester. Details and instructions will be sent to students upon admission.

Education New Zealand offers scholarships specifically for students coming to study in New Zealand.

Once you submit your application, you will receive an email notification confirming that your application was received. Submitted applications are assigned an application checklist, which will include the following items:

Submit to the Learning Abroad Center:

• University of Auckland personal essay

In addition to completing the Learning Abroad Center's Online application checklist, you must also submit an application and supporting materials directly to the University of Auckland. Once your application has been reviewed and endorsed by the Learning Abroad Center, instructions for how to follow up with Auckland will be sent to you. 

1. Upon submitting the online application, you will receive an automated email message indicating your application was received.
2. Follow the instructions on your application checklist to submit all of the items. Your application is not considered complete until all items on your application checklist are either received or waived.
3. You will have applications with both the Learning Abroad Center and the University of Auckland—make sure to follow instructions for both applications when they're sent to you. 
4. You will be notified of an acceptance decision by email. If accepted, you will be assigned a confirmation checklist. Log in to the online application to review the confirmation checklist and submit the required items.

Affiliate organizations and partner universities will not accept applications from UMTC students without the endorsement of the Learning Abroad Center. Students must participate in affiliate organization and partner university programs through the standard Learning Abroad Center application process.