Bachelor's
NZ$15,000
VU
Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, New Zealand
"Study in New Zealand's Capital City"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#241 (QS)
PSW VISA
Up to 3 years
About Victoria University of Wellington
Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington was founded in 1897 and is based in Wellington, New Zealand's capital. It has about 17,000 students, including over 3,000 international students from more than 100 countries, and offers nearly 200 programmes in architecture and design, business and government, education, engineering, health, humanities and social sciences, law and science. Its Wellington School of Business and Government holds the Triple Crown of AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA accreditation. The University has more than 40 research centres, including the Antarctic Research Centre, and is ranked number 1 in New Zealand for research intensity (PBRF).
Rankings & Recognition
#241
Ranked #241 in the QS World University Rankings 2026.
Accreditations & Memberships
AACSB
EQUIS
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Victoria University of Wellington's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
57.2#
Employer Reputation
32.2#
Faculty Student Ratio
15.7#
Citations per Faculty
44.3#
International Faculty
100.0#
#
Key Facts
1897
Established
#241
QS World Rank
English
Teaching Language
Popular Programs
Bachelor of Commerce
Bachelor of Science
Master of Public Policy
Application Details
Application Route
Online via Pūaha portal or authorised agent
Application Fee
No application fee
Intakes
February, July, November
UG Deadline
8 Dec (Feb), 1 May (Jul), 1 Sep (Nov)
PG Deadline
8 Dec (Feb), 1 May (Jul), 1 Sep (Nov)
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
IELTS
|
6.0 |
|
TOEFL iBT
|
80 |
|
PTE Academic
|
50 |
|
Duolingo English Test
|
105 |
|
Cambridge C1
|
169 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
75%
I-20 Processing
—
Post-Study Work
Up to 3 years
Green Card Pathway
NZ Residence via Skilled Migrant / Green List
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
NZ$15,000 (UG) / NZ$10,000 (PG)
Career Outcomes
78%
Placement Ratio
Up to 3 years
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Deloitte
PwC New Zealand
Datacom
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — 1,018
Student-Staff Ratio — 17.7 : 1
—
Notable Alumni
Alexander Gerst
Una Jagose
Campus & Location
Victoria University of Wellington is based in Wellington, New Zealand, with three city campuses: Kelburn, Pipitea and Te Aro.
Campus Details
Kelburn
campus (main campus
on
the hill above the city)
Pipitea
campus (Law
Business
& Government
near
Parliament)
Te
Aro campus (Architecture & Design)
Wellington
Cable Car to Kelburn
Halls
of residence with 2
500+
beds
Libraries
& recreation centre
Walking
distance to city centre
Close
to Te Papa museum & waterfront
Campus Forecast
Summer (Dec–Feb): 13–21°C
Autumn (Mar–May): 10–18°C
Winter (Jun–Aug): 6–12°C
Spring (Sep–Nov): 8–16°C
Known as the "Windy City"
Bring a windproof jacket
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Te Puni Village (2027): NZD 598 per week catered
studios NZD 483 per week
Dining
Catered halls: three meals a day
Monday to Saturday
Health & Wellness
Student health and wellbeing services
Activities & Clubs
Clubs and societies
Recreation and fitness
International buddy programme
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
20,939
International Students
17%
Countries Represented
100+
Cost Deep-Dive
Annual Tuition
NZ$33,000 – 45,000 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
February (Trimester 1), July (Trimester 2) and November (Trimester 3). Apply by 1 December for February, 1 May for July and 1 September for November.
Scholarships at Victoria University of Wellington
3 scholarships available
All Levels
Study Abroad NZ$1,000
Study Abroad & Exchange Scholarship
All Levels
MASTER'S NZD 7,000 – 15,000
VUW Postgraduate International Scholarship
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Recognised Year 12 school-leaving certificate (check VUW country page for your board). IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 80 / PTE 50 / Duolingo 105.
Postgraduate
Recognised bachelor's degree, usually with a B average (varies by programme). IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 90 / PTE 58 / Duolingo 120.
English Proficiency
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Duolingo English Test
Cambridge C1
Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
High-school or degree certificate
Proof of funds (NZD 20,000 per year)
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Pick a qualification and check its entry and English requirements.
2
Apply online
Apply on Puaha and choose your intake.
3
Offer of place
Receive a conditional or unconditional offer and accept it online.
4
Pay fees
Accept the offer and pay fees to get the receipt needed for your visa.
5
Student visa
Apply to Immigration New Zealand using your offer and fee receipt.
6
Arrive & enrol
Complete enrolment on campus and buy approved student insurance.
Campus & Location
Victoria University of Wellington is based in Wellington, New Zealand, with three city campuses: Kelburn, Pipitea and Te Aro.
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