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Arcadia Abroad - University of Otago
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University of Otago is the oldest university in New Zealand, and the only university in the country where 85% of the Kiwi students are from outside Dunedin. Most students are within a mile of the campus, creating a warm, socially vibrant student community. Everyone makes friends at Otago. Dunedin is perched near the end of the South Island with penguin colonies and seals on nearby shores. It is w...
University of Otago is the oldest university in New Zealand, and the only university in the country where 85% of the Kiwi students are from outside Dunedin. Most students are within a mile of the campus, creating a warm, socially vibrant student community. Everyone makes friends at Otago. Dunedin is perched near the end of the South Island with penguin colonies and seals on nearby shores. It is within easy reach of the Lord of the Rings scenery of Central Otago, which hikers and skiers much favor. Otago students take advantage of the plethora of courses in the sciences and humanities—from geology to exercise science to psychology and from philosophy to Māori studies to film and media. Many science courses use the environment around Otago as their laboratory and involve a field study comp...
Program Highlights
Experience a vibrant social scene at the University of Otago, with live music, theatre, and unique traditions like Wednesday nights at Refuel.
Join one of over 140 clubs and societies—favorites among students include the tramping (hiking) club and snow sports club.
Receive exceptional support from the University of Otago’s International Office throughout your study abroad experience.
Connect with UniCrew and other volunteer organizations through the support of our Otago staff in New Zealand.
Admire one of the world’s most beautiful campuses, set in Dunedin—a city modeled on Edinburgh and renowned for its preserved Victorian and Edwardian architecture.
Quick Details
- Dunedin, New Zealand
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
- Accounting
- Anthropology
- Art & Fine Arts See more
- American
- Canadian
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Overall Rating
Total Reviews
5 Months Changed My Life
March 25, 2010by: Jonathan - New ZealandProgram: Arcadia Abroad - University of Otago
Arcadia's program at the University of Otago was beyond great. The staff representatives were helpful and responsive when needed but allowed independence, and the few excursions they planned for us were a blast! Shane and Jane were great! In 5 months in New Zealand, I did almost everything I ever dreamed of doing including every goal I set for my time abroad. I had the experience of a lifetime and will never forget the places I saw, people I met, and things I did. My time abroad forever changed the person I am and aim to be and opened up an entirely new perspective on the world for me. I was very close to transferring and living in New Zealand permanently! Wish I could go back.
Great semester!
March 25, 2010by: Steph Clymer - New ZealandProgram: Arcadia Abroad - University of Otago
I had a great semester abroad. The Arcadia staff in New Zealand did a great job easing us into the semester and then turning us loose to do our own thing. They were always available when I needed help or advice.
Program Details
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Locations
- Dunedin, New Zealand
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Accounting
- Anthropology
- Art & Fine Arts
Availability
Years Offered: 2026, 2027, 2028
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- American
- Canadian
This Program is also open to Solo
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
- In-Country Orientation
- Pre-Departure Orientation
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Dormitory
Qualifications & Experience
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Transcript
- Online Application
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