Bachelor's
/ Master's Up to NZ$20,000
UA
The University of Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand
"Ingenio et Labore"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
45%
Avg Salary/Yr
NZ$51K–59K
Ranking
#67 (QS)
PSW VISA
Up to 3 years
About The University of Auckland
The University of Auckland (Waipapa Taumata Rau) is New Zealand's leading research university, located in Auckland and founded in 1883. It is ranked #67 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 and is the highest-ranked university in New Zealand. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Business, Engineering, Science, Arts, Law, Health Sciences and more. Annual tuition for international students is approximately NZ$47,000 – NZ$61,000 per year, depending on the programme. Graduates can apply for a Post-Study Work Visa of up to 3 years.
Rankings & Recognition
#67
Ranked #67 in the QS World University Rankings 2026.
Accreditations & Memberships
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with The University of Auckland's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
91.70#1
Employer Reputation
55.20#1
Faculty Student Ratio
17.60#1
Citations per Faculty
79.10#1
International Faculty Ratio
100.00#1
International Student Ratio
95.50#1
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Key Facts
1883
Established
#1
In New Zealand
#65
QS World Rank
Popular Programs
Bachelor of Commerce
Master of Business Analytics
Master of Information Technology
Application Details
Application Route
Direct or via Agent
Application Fee
Check with university
Intakes
Feb/Mar, Jul
UG Deadline
8 Dec 2026
PG Deadline
1 Dec 2026
Scholarship Deadline
21 Oct 2026
Business Masters Intakes
Apr, Sep
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
IELTS
|
6.0 UG / 6.5 PG (no band < 5.5 / 6.0) |
|
TOEFL iBT
|
80 UG / 90 PG (Writing 21) |
|
PTE Academic
|
50 UG / 58 PG |
|
Duolingo English Test
|
Check with university |
|
Cambridge C1 Advanced
|
169 UG / 176 PG |
|
LanguageCert (IESOL)
|
C1 Expert |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
Varies
I-20 Processing
N/A (NZ visa)
Post-Study Work
Up to 3 years
Green Card Pathway
Skilled Migrant (PR)
Financials
Application Fee
Check with university
Avg Scholarship
Up to NZ$10,000
Career Outcomes
NZ$71K–86K
Salary (5 yrs after)
88%
Employed in 2 yrs
97%
Placement Ratio
Where Graduates Land
Air New Zealand
Fonterra
Fletcher Building
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — 2,454
Student-Staff Ratio — 23:1
International Students — 34%S
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Notable Alumni
Helen Clark
Dame Cath Tizard
Campus & Location
The main campus is the City Campus on Princes Street, in the heart of Auckland's CBD. The university has six campuses across the Auckland region.
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
Grafton Hall
O'Rorke Hall
University Hall Towers
Waipārūrū Hall
Carlaw Park Student Village
Dining
Catered halls
Self-catered apartments
Optional meal plans
Health & Wellness
Health and Counselling Service
Free counselling
Hiwa Recreation Centre
Activities & Clubs
200+ clubs
AUSA student association
Sports clubs
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
49,900+
International Students
34%
Countries Represented
100+
Gender Ratio
55% F : 45% M
Cost Deep-Dive
Annual Tuition
NZ$47,000 – 61,000 / year
Hall Accommodation
NZ$21,450 / year (catered)
Intakes & Deadlines
Semester 1 (Feb/Mar): UG applications close 8 Dec 2026; PG international applicants are advised to apply by 1 Dec 2026. Semester 2 (July): applications close 8 Jun 2027. Business Masters quarter intakes: Q2 (Apr, apply by 1 Feb 2027), Q3 (Jul, apply by 1 May 2027), Q4 (Sep, apply by 1 Jul 2027). Scholarship deadline for Semester 1 2027: 21 Oct 2026. Some programmes (e.g. Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy) close earlier.
Scholarships at The University of Auckland
2 scholarships available
Bachelor's
/ Master's Up to NZ$10,000
International Student Excellence Scholarship
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Class 12 with 75% overall and 70% in English.
Postgraduate
Recognised Bachelor's degree with the programme's minimum GPA.
Acceptance Rate
45%
English Proficiency
IELTS
6.0 UG / 6.5 PG (no band < 5.5 / 6.0)TOEFL iBT
80 UG / 90 PG (Writing 21)PTE Academic
50 UG / 58 PGDuolingo English Test
Check with universityCambridge C1 Advanced
169 UG / 176 PGLanguageCert (IESOL)
Required Documents
Academic transcripts and certificates
English test result
Passport copy
SOP, CV and references (PG)
Application Process
1
Choose Programme
Check entry requirements and intake.
2
Apply Online
Submit your application on the University's Apply Online portal and upload documents.
3
Receive Offer
Get a conditional or unconditional offer of place.
4
Accept Offer & Pay Fees
Accept the offer online and pay your tuition fees.
5
Apply for Student Visa
Apply to Immigration New Zealand for your student visa.
Campus & Location
The main campus is the City Campus on Princes Street, in the heart of Auckland's CBD. The university has six campuses across the Auckland region.
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