Auckland, NEW ZEALAND

Auckland is a city located on the north island of New Zealand.

The University of Auckland has several different campuses.

Undergraduate and graduate students in any major may go on exchange to the University of Auckland. Exchange students may take classes in any of the faculties. Of particular interest to exchange students are courses in Maori studies (Faculty of Arts).

Faculties include: Arts, Business, Education, Engineering, Law, Medicine & Health Sciences, Science, and Bioengineering

Note to Business Students: This university is AACSB accredited.

Link to University of Auckland Academic Faculties

Fall semester (Semester 2): mid July - mid November

Spring semester (Semester 1): early March - mid June

University of Auckland Academic Calendar

UHM students may study abroad at the University of Auckland for one or two semesters.

The University of Auckland provides quality student accommodations in Auckland City, conveniently located close to all campuses. There are several residence halls, including an International House.

More information on Housing at the University of Auckland

MIX students register as full-time students at UH Manoa and pay regular UHM tuition. They do not pay overseas tuition. 

- Students who normally pay in-state UHM tuition continue to do while on MIX. 
- Students who normally pay out-of-state UHM tuition continue to do so while on MIX.
- Students who normally pay WUE tuition continue to do so while on MIX. 

View UHM tuition & fees online

In addition to UHM tuition, MIX students are responsible for all of their living expenses, including health insurance, books/supplies, room & meals, personal expenses, airfare, local transportation, and any costs associated with obtaining a visa (if applicable). It is recommended that you research online to get an idea of how much these expenses will be.    

Since you are still a registered UHM student while on MIX, you continue to be eligible to receive financial aid and scholarships. If you submit a ‘MIX Student Budget for Financial Aid Purposes’ form, UHM financial aid will take into consideration your overseas living and travel expenses when awarding you your grants/loans.  

University of Auckland Cost of Living estimates

University of Auckland Housing costs

New Zealand Visa Information:

Exchange students must obtain a student visa before entering New Zealand, even if they are from 'visa-free countries.'

See the Immigration New Zealand website for information on applying for a student visa. Most UHM students apply for their student visa through the Los Angeles consulate through the mail. Processing time for a student visa is about 25 days; the visa application fee is waived for U.S. citizens.

As part of the visa application process, students are required to show that they have at least $7,500 worth of available funds, plus either a return airline ticket or at least $1,000 extra to purchase a return airline ticket.

Auckland University information on appling for a visa

New Zealand Seasons:

Remember that, since New Zealand is in the southern hemisphere, the seasons are reversed. Plan ahead for your visit to New Zealand by checking out the climate and seasons.