Massey University

Massey University

New Zealand

"The Engine of the New New Zealand"

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Ranking #215 (QS)
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About Massey University

Massey University is a public university in New Zealand with three campuses in Palmerston North (ManawatΕ«), Auckland and Wellington. Founded in 1927 and granted university status in 1963, it is the only NZ university offering aviation, veterinary medicine, dispute resolution and nanoscience. Annual international tuition is around NZ$35,250 – 47,490 for most bachelor's degrees. Programmes are taught in English.

Rankings & Recognition

#215
QS World University Rankings 2026 Massey rose 15 places in the 2027 rankings to its highest-ever position and remains NZ's third-ranked university. Veterinary Science is ranked 14th in the world and 1st in Australasia and Asia.

Massey rose 15 places in the 2027 rankings to its highest-ever position and remains NZ's third-ranked university. Veterinary Science is ranked 14th in the world and 1st in Australasia and Asia.

Accreditations & Memberships

Association of Commonwealth Universities Universities New Zealand AACSB QS 5+ Star Rating

QS 2026 Performance Breakdown

Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Massey University's global standing for that metric.

Academic Reputation 28.5#28.5/100
Employer Reputation 26.1#26.1/100
Faculty / Student 14.8#14.8/100
Citations / Faculty 39.2#39.2/100
Intl. Faculty 90.1#90.1/100
Intl. Students 70.5#70.5/100
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Key Facts

29,000 Total Students
1,500 Faculty
18:1 Student–Faculty
60% Acceptance Rate
100 Clubs
80% Retention (Yr1)
75% Graduation Rate

Popular Programs

Bachelor of Veterinary Science Bachelor of Aviation (Air Transport Pilot) Bachelor of Business Bachelor of Design (Honours) Master of Business Administration (MBA) Master of Science (Environmental Science)

Application Details

Application Fee $100
Avg. TAT 2–4 weeks
Next Intake February 2027 (Semester 1)
Intake Seasons February & July
Programs Offered 8
Avg. Scholarship $16,000
Annual Living Cost NZD 20,000 / year (approx.)

Standardized Test Requirements

TestMinimum Score
IELTS Academic
 6.0 (UG) / 6.5 (PG)
TOEFL iBT
 80 (UG) / 90 (PG)
PTE Academic
 50 (UG) / 58 (PG)
Duolingo
 105 (UG)

Study Abroad & Visa Details

Visa Approval Rate 75%
I-20 Processing β€”
Post-Study Work Up to 3 years
Green Card Pathway Skilled Migrant Category

Financials

Application Fee N/A
Avg Scholarship NZ$5,000 – 10,000

Career Outcomes

$60K Median Salary

Where Graduates Land

Fonterra ANZ Bank Deloitte Weta Digital Air New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Gallagher Group

Faculty & Alumni

Faculty with PhD β€” 90% Alumni in Fortune 500 β€” 5 Alumni in Leadership β€” 15 Alumni Startups β€” β€”

Notable Alumni

Richie McCaw (Former All Blacks Captain) Sir Wira Gardiner (Maori Leader, Public Servant) David Kirk (Former All Blacks Captain, Rhodes Scholar) Steve Williams (Caddie for Tiger Woods) Paula Bennett (Former Deputy Prime Minister of New Zealand) Grant Robertson (Former Minister of Finance of New Zealand) Mike McRoberts (Journalist) Dame Anne Salmond (Anthropologist, Historian)

Campus & Location

Auckland Campus – Albany, Auckland, New Zealand Manawatu Campus – Palmerston North, New Zealand Wellington Campus – Wellington, New Zealand

CLIMATE Temperate oceanic climate with mild winters and warm summers.
AVG. COMMUTE TO DOWNTOWN 15 minutes

Campus Details

Manawatu Campus
Auckland Campus
Wellington Campus
Distance/Online Learning

Campus Forecast

Summer (Dec–Feb): 18–24Β°C Autumn (Mar–May): 12–19Β°C Winter (Jun–Aug): 6–14Β°C Spring (Sep–Nov): 10–17Β°C Wellington is windy Bring a waterproof jacket

Student Life & Housing

Housing

Halls of Residence Apartments Studio Units Homestay Private Rental

Dining

Catered Halls Dining Hall (Manawatu) Campus CafΓ©s

Health & Wellness

Student Health Centre Counselling Services Disability Services Chaplaincy

Activities & Clubs

200+ Student Clubs Te Tira Ahu Pae Students' Association Sport & Recreation Centre Radio Control 99.4FM

Diversity & Demographics

Intl Students 15%
Year-1 Retention 80%
On-time Graduation 75%

Cost Deep-Dive

Application Fee USD 100
Avg Scholarship USD 16,000
Scholarships Available 4

Intakes & Deadlines

February (Sem 1) & July (Sem 2) Feb 2027 – Apply by Oct–Nov 2026 Jul 2027 – Apply early in 2027 Deadlines may vary by programme. Contact us for details.

Scholarships at Massey University

6 scholarships available

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Master's NZD $5,000

Toi Ohomai EzyMigrate Graduate Diploma in New Zealand Immigration Advice Scholarship

by Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology

Deadline:
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All Levels NZD Up to $1,500

Nelson Soroptimist Education Trust (NSET) Study Grants

by Nelson Soroptimist Education Trust (NSET)

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Master's NZD 10% tuition discount

Early Bird Discount - Master of Technological Futures

by AcademyEX

Deadline:
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Postgraduate NZD Up to $2,500

Waikato Alumni Award in Management Communication & Public Relations

by University of Waikato Alumni

Deadline:
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Bachelor's NZD Up to $30,000

Southern Cross Nursing Scholarship

by Southern Cross Nursing / University of Waikato

Deadline:
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These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.

Academic Requirements

Undergraduate 12th grade Β· 60%+ aggregate
Postgraduate Relevant bachelor's degree Β· varies by programme

English Proficiency

IELTS Academic

6.0 (UG) / 6.5 (PG)

TOEFL iBT

80 (UG) / 90 (PG)

PTE Academic

50 (UG) / 58 (PG)

Duolingo

105 (UG)

Required Documents

Academic transcripts Proof of English proficiency Passport copy Personal statement/SOP CV/Resume (for some postgraduate programs) Letters of recommendation (for some postgraduate programs)

Application Process

1
Shortlist programs
Pick 3–5 programs aligned with your goals.
2
Prepare documents
Transcripts, SOP, LORs, test scores.
3
Submit application
Apply through Sukhada with expert counsellor support.
4
Receive offer
Conditional or unconditional letter.
5
Visa & travel
Pre-departure briefings and visa filing.

Campus & Location

Auckland Campus – Albany, Auckland, New Zealand Manawatu Campus – Palmerston North, New Zealand Wellington Campus – Wellington, New Zealand

CLIMATE Temperate oceanic climate with mild winters and warm summers.
AVG. COMMUTE TO DOWNTOWN 15 minutes
8 of 8 courses
Undergraduate 4
Massey University
πŸ“ New Zealand, Palmerston North
Undergraduate Bachelor of Veterinary Science
Undergraduate courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 5 years
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Application open
Deadline Application open all year
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Massey University
πŸ“ New Zealand, Palmerston North
Undergraduate Bachelor of Business
Undergraduate courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 3 years
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Application open
Deadline Application open all year
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Massey University
πŸ“ New Zealand, Palmerston North
Undergraduate Bachelor of Aviation (Air Transport Pilot)
Undergraduate courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 3 years
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline Application open all year
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Massey University
πŸ“ New Zealand, Palmerston North
Undergraduate Bachelor of Design (Honours)
Undergraduate courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 4 years
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline Application open all year
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Postgraduate 3
Massey University
πŸ“ New Zealand, Palmerston North
Postgraduate Master of Creative Arts
Postgraduate courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: N/A
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline Application open all year
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Massey University
πŸ“ New Zealand, Palmerston North
Postgraduate Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Postgraduate courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 1 year
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline Application open all year
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Massey University
πŸ“ New Zealand, Palmerston North
Postgraduate Master of Science (Environmental Science)
Postgraduate courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 1.5 – 2 years
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline Application open all year
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Doctoral 1
Massey University
πŸ“ New Zealand, Palmerston North
Doctoral PhD (various specialisations)
Doctoral courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 3 – 4 years
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline Application open all year
Apply now

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