Victoria University of Wellington

Spring 2027 — Session: Semester

Duration (approximate)

Departure Date February 8, 2027
Return Date June 20, 2027
Credits 18-Dec

Program Fee

Fee Type Amount Notes
Tuition and Fees $16,735 The tuition portion of the program fee includes tuition for most arts and social science academic courses, pre-program advisory services, on-site orientation, complete support services throughout the program, health and accident insurance, post-program follow-up and transcript. Program fees are based on credits listed on each program's cost of attendance sheet; credit overload is subject to an additional tuition charge.
Room $4,260 The housing portion of the program fee assumes self-catered, standard accommodations. Students in catered housing or enhanced accommodations could be subject to supplemental charges. Please refer to the program's Accommodation page for more specific details.
Total Program Fee $20,995

Estimate of Additional Expenses

Fee Type Amount Notes
Books $40 The average cost of books and supplies for a typical student for the semester.
Meals $1,755 This estimate is based on the cost of food to be prepared using the standard residence facilities provided. Students assigned to catered housing may be subject to a per-semester fee for the cost of additional housing services and meals. Catered accommodation is not currently a standard option at Victoria University of Wellington. Students seeking catered accommodations should contact their Program Advisor directly.
Personal $1,940 This budget item is meant to cover general expenses of daily life. Our estimated cost typically includes toiletries, snacks, cell phones, limited entertainment activities, and other miscellaneous expenses. This includes an estimated $300 for out-of-pocket medical expenses.
Student Visa $60 For students studying for more than 90 days, a NZ Fee Paying Student Visa is required. Students who are US citizens will need to pay a $100 NZD International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL). Non-US citizens studying for more than 90 days may have a student visa fee of $850 NZD (estimated; fees vary based on citizenship). Fees are subject to change.
Local Travel $225
Program Travel $2,100 The program fee does not include the cost of traveling to and from the program location. The estimated cost of airfare is based on the average cost of travel from the US to the program. Cost will vary depending on time of purchase, point of origin and dates of travel.
Total Estimate of Additional Expenses $6,120 These estimates are intended to assist students in budgeting for their experience abroad. Actual amounts will vary depending on individual spending habits. Exchange rate of 0.60 to NZD 1.00 was used in determining the above estimates.


Total Estimated Cost of Attendance

$27,115

The Total Estimated Cost of Attendance includes the Program Fee and Estimate of Additional Expenses.