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Description

The University of Waikato is a government funded and internationally recognized research university that offers high quality education to students of all nationalities. It was established in 1964 and occupies a beautifully green and spacious 158-acre garden campus (64ha) on Hamilton city's green-belt.

The University of Waikato is located in the scenic river city of Hamilton, New Zealand's fourth largest city in the central area of the North Island. The name "Waikato" is a Maori word, meaning "running water," and is the name of both the local province, and the river running through Hamilton. The Maori character of the campus is an important aspect of the University of Waikato's identity.

The West Coast (Tasman Sea) is only 40 minutes from Hamilton and offers the peaceful lifestyle town of Raglan complete with isolated beaches and excellent surfing. Sixty minutes away are the beautiful endless white sand beaches and surf resorts of the Bay of Plenty (Pacific Ocean).

Highlights

The University of Waikato is located in the middle of many of New Zealands leading adventure attractions and tourist destinations. Day excursions are regularly arranged by on-campus clubs, Rotary Club, and NZ eTours, who offer a range of excursions to areas and events of interest.

Waikato International organizes trips to Auckland and to Mount Maunganui Beach, one of New Zealands most popular beaches. Many students are also keen to sign up with the on-campus scuba club to gain international qualifications in scuba diving and sea kayaking.

Students who come to Waikato during the July-November semester regularly join the Uni Ski-Snowboard club which owns its own on-slope accommodation at Whakapapa  New Zealands largest ski area.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

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Cost Include Description:

Program fee includes tuition for 3-4 subjects, guaranteed pre-arranged housing to fit your lifestyle, AustraLearn Culture and Adventure Program on-site in Auckland and Rotorua, New Zealand, optional spring break tours, access to our U.S. University of Record, affiliate student fee discounts, end of program workshop, university administrative fees, overseas health coverage, all pre-trip services including orientation materials, visa-processing service (excluding the visa fee), personal advising, subject selections, liaison with your home university, credit transfer assistance, financial aid services, and 24-hour assistance while abroad.

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American and Canadian Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Group living
• Other

Participants Travel to New Zealand

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Scholarships are Available

USD 300,000 in scholarships available to AustraLearn study abroad students each year. The application is provided in upon acceptance to the AustraLearn program.

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Transcript
• Written Application
• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

1- 2 weeks

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home
• Job and Internship Network

AustraLearn's Mission Statement

AustraLearn seeks to foster the development of future leaders, who, through international awareness, gain a greater respect for and understanding of the relationship which exists between North America, Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific in the context of the larger global community.

Year Founded

1989