Money you must show
NZD 20,000 for each year of study
NZD 1,667 a month for courses under a year. This is in addition to tuition, which you must also show you can pay.
Immigration New Zealand, source re-checked 5 Oct 2026
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Studying in New Zealand, from the official sources in our guide
Studying in New Zealand
These apply to every international student in New Zealand, including at Good Shepherd College. Each figure shows where it came from and when we last checked it.
Money you must show
NZD 1,667 a month for courses under a year. This is in addition to tuition, which you must also show you can pay.
Immigration New Zealand, source re-checked 5 Oct 2026
Visa fee
The exact fee depends on your nationality and where you apply.
Immigration New Zealand, source re-checked 5 Oct 2026
Work while you study
Raised from 20 hours on 3 November 2025. Only if your course qualifies for work rights.
Immigration New Zealand, source re-checked 5 Oct 2026
Stay after you graduate
Open work rights for level 7 degree graduates and above. Fee from NZD 1,670. Apply no later than 3 months after your student visa expires.
Immigration New Zealand, source re-checked 26 Sep 2026
The same rules for every institution in New Zealand; Good Shepherd College's own programme pages govern the exact dates and scores. Guide checked 24 Sep 2026.
Deadlines and intakes
The academic year runs from February (Semester One) to November, with a second intake in July (Semester Two) for many programmes. Each university sets its own closing dates for international applicants, and some competitive programmes close much earlier than the rest: check the programme page.
Work backwards from the visa. With 80% of visas decided within 8 weeks, and time needed to gather funds evidence and a medical certificate if you are asked for one, aim to hold your offer at least four months before the semester starts. For a February start, that means applying by the preceding August or September.
Language you need
Everything is taught in English. The University of Auckland's published minimums are typical of the universities:
Some programmes, such as law, education and health professions, ask for more. Check the programme page, and note the per-band minimums: a good overall score with one weak band fails.
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Paying for it
Government schemes for international students coming to New Zealand. Each one sets its own rules on nationality and level.
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