Stay updated with the latest academic opportunities, scholarship openings, and immigration changes for your journey to the University of Auckland.
💰 2025 International Student Scholarships Now Open
The University of Auckland is actively accepting scholarship applications for Semester 1, 2025.
Application Deadline: October 24, 2024.
University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship
Value: Up to NZD $10,000 toward tuition fees.
Eligibility: New international students entering full-time undergraduate degrees, postgraduate diplomas, or taught master's degrees with overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications.
International School Leaver Scholarship
Value: Up to NZD $20,000 toward tuition fees.
Eligibility: International students graduating from a New Zealand secondary school or Kura, transitioning into their first year of an undergraduate degree.
📝 IELTS One Skill Retake Now Accepted
The University of Auckland now officially accepts the IELTS One Skill Retake (OSR).
Benefit: Students can retake any single component (Listening, Reading, Writing, or Speaking) of the IELTS test.
Impact: Eliminates the need to retake the entire exam, significantly boosting admission success rates.
⚠️ Critical Update: New Zealand Visa Fee Increase
Immigration New Zealand has announced a substantial increase across most visa application fees.
Effective Date: October 1, 2024.
Scope: Applies to both temporary visas (including Student Visas) and residence categories.
Action Advised: Prospective students should submit visa applications early to minimize unnecessary financial overhead.
