IELTS result gives an independent assessment of a student’s ability to manage a course of study taught in English medium in New Zealand. It is therefore strongly recommended.

Undergraduate applications are generally assessed quickly in 3-5 weeks time wherein PG applications could take 4-8 weeks for processing. Visa procedures for New Zealand are quick, 15-20 working days.

A number of scholarships are available to help international students fund their tertiary studies in New Zealand, at undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels. They are available from a wide range of sources including the New Zealand government, the educational institutions themselves, foreign governments, philanthropic organisations and private sources.

Secondary school fees vary by school but generally cost around NZ$13,000 a year. Undergraduate study can cost between NZ$18,000–$25,000 a year, depending on course and institution. Postgraduate courses can cost up to $40,000.

Big cities are more expensive places to live in than the smaller centres, living cost varies from place to place. As per NZ student visa rules NZ$15000 is required per year for living .