🇳🇿 University of Auckland: Tuition, Scholarships & Visa Pathway for International Students
QS 2027 #67 · NZD $42,236–60,910 a year · Auckland
Quick Facts
| Location | Auckland, New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Global Ranking | #67 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (published June 2026). |
| International Students | Strong international cohort drawing particularly on Asia-Pacific business and bioengineering research reputation |
| Class 12 Minimum (Indian students) | 75% overall for CBSE, ICSE/ISC, and Karnataka, Maharashtra, West Bengal state boards; 80% for all other state boards. Engineering and similar programmes typically require 80%+ overall with 85%+ in Physics, Chemistry and Maths |
| English Requirement (Undergraduate) | IELTS 6.0 overall, no band below 5.5 |
| English Requirement (Postgraduate) | IELTS 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0 |
| Approx. Acceptance Rate | ~45%, the most selective of New Zealand's 8 public universities despite similar published minimums to its peers |
Tuition for International Students (2026-27)
NZD $42,236–60,910 per year (2027 international undergraduate tuition, 120-point year (BA to Engineering; Medicine higher)). Source: University of Auckland fees, via StudyU, checked 30 October 2026. Add at least NZD $20,000 a year for living costs (study visa minimum; source below).
Real Scholarships: Not Just a List of Names
University of Auckland India High Achievers Scholarship
Up to NZD $20,000 toward tuition for high-achieving Indian applicants.
Auckland Business School Global MBA scholarships
Merit-based funding tied to the Global MBA's strong Asia-Pacific business network focus.
Visa & Post-Study Work Pathway
Auckland graduates are eligible for New Zealand's post-study work visa (up to 3 years, no sponsorship needed), with Auckland's status as NZ's largest city and commercial hub giving graduates the deepest local job market of any NZ city.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is Auckland good for international students?
University of Auckland is ranked #67 in the QS World University Rankings 2027, 1st of the 8 universities in New Zealand covered on VisaCalc. International tuition runs NZD $42,236–60,910 a year depending on the program. After graduating: post-study work visa: up to 3 years after a bachelor's degree or higher. Whether it is a good fit depends on your program, budget and career plans; use the cost calculator and comparison charts on this page.
What tuition does Auckland charge international students?
NZD $42,236–60,910 per year (2027 international undergraduate tuition, 120-point year (BA to Engineering; Medicine higher)), checked 30 October 2026.
What IELTS score and Class 12 percentage do I need for Auckland?
IELTS 6.0 overall (no band below 5.5) for undergraduate, 6.5 (no band below 6.0) for postgraduate. For Class 12, 75% overall for CBSE, ICSE/ISC and the Karnataka, Maharashtra and West Bengal boards, 80% for other state boards. Competitive programmes like Engineering want 80%+ overall with 85%+ in Physics, Chemistry and Maths.
Can I work in New Zealand after graduating from Auckland?
Auckland graduates are eligible for New Zealand's post-study work visa (up to 3 years, no sponsorship needed), with Auckland's status as NZ's largest city and commercial hub giving graduates the deepest local job market of any NZ city.
See the full New Zealand university landscape and visa pathway.
🇳🇿 Study in New Zealand Guide 🔗 Official Auckland Website
Worked example: a full degree at University of Auckland
An international student starting a 3-year bachelor's at the lowest fee shown, budgeting the official visa living-cost figure. Rates are converted at the 29 Oct 2026 reference rates; use the calculator above to change any assumption.
| Tuition | NZ$42,236 a year (lowest rate in the published range: 2027 international undergraduate tuition, 120-point year (BA to Engineering; Medicine higher)) |
| Living costs | NZ$20,000 a year (Immigration NZ living-cost funds for one year of study) |
| Years | 3 (typical bachelor's length) |
| Total, fees flat | NZ$186,708 ≈ ₹1.00 crore ≈ $105,004 |
| Total if costs rise 4% a year | NZ$194,276 ≈ ₹1.04 crore |
| Most expensive programme, same assumptions | NZ$242,730 ≈ ₹1.30 crore |
The visa living-cost figure is a legal minimum, not a comfortable budget. Scholarships are not deducted.
Sources
- University of Auckland fees, via StudyU
- Shiksha: QS 2027 ranks of NZ universities
- IDP: New Zealand visa rules for 2026
- Exchange rates: open.er-api.com reference rates, 29 Oct 2026
How we checked this page
Fees for University of Auckland come from the University of Auckland fees, via StudyU; the QS 2027 position from Shiksha: QS 2027 ranks of NZ universities; living costs from IDP: New Zealand visa rules for 2026. Checked on 30 October 2026. Course-level fees vary, so confirm your exact program on the official University of Auckland website before paying anything. VisaCalc is independent of University of Auckland. Not admissions or immigration advice.