Auckland University of Technology
AUCKLAND, NEW ZELAND
Destination
Imagine an urban environment where everyone lives within half an hour of beautiful beaches, hiking trails
and a dozen enchanted holiday islands. Add a sunny climate, a background rhythm of Polynesian culture and
a passion for outstanding food, wine and shopping - you’re beginning to get the picture of Auckland.
Auckland is New Zealand’s largest and most cosmopolitan city with a population of 1.4 million. The urban
area is twice the size of London and offers entertainment, shopping, and night life. The temperate climate
encourages an outdoor life style and there is easy access to surf beaches, ski fields, and mountains. There are
48 volcanic cones and more than 50 islands. Auckland’s blend of harbor, islands, Polynesian culture and
modern city environment has created a lifestyle ranked amongst the best in the world. You could say the
Auckland region is an antipasto of environments laid out on a huge platter to make one amazing city.
Academic Calendar
When can I go?
Fall Semester, Spring Semester, or an Academic Year
Program Costs
Tuition
Pace tuition plus a $200 special course fee and a $95 technology fee.
Housing
Paid directly to host institution. Varies by accommodation option.
Health Insurance
Students can choose their own international policy. Prices will vary.
Additional Expenses
Flight, books and materials, personal expenses, additional travel, spending money,
and any fees associated with the host institution are not included in tuition fee.
How to Apply
Online
www.pace.edu/studyabroad/gettingstarted
Application Deadlines
Fall Semester: April 15; Spring Semester: November 15
Program Requirements
Foreign Language
None. English is the language of instruction.
GPA
2.5
Visas
Visas are required for US citizens. For non-US citizens contact Assistant Director of
International Student Services, Mira Krasnov, at mkrasnov@pace.edu.
Class Standing
Students can study abroad as early as the first semester of their sophomore year.
Academics
Subjects
Applied Humanities, Business, Design and Creative Technologies, Health and
Environmental Sciences, and Te Ara Poutama (New Zealand Cultural Studies)
Course Load
For full-time status, students must take the equivalent of 12-18 Pace credits.
University Life
University Services
AUT offers a comprehensive range of support services to make students’ university
experience as enjoyable as possible including healthcare, counseling,
accommodation, orientation, learning support, student mentors, career counseling
and campus activities and more. All students have access to word-processing, email, Internet services, and printing on campus.
Orientation
The International Student Support team of friendly people welcome students at
orientation and help them adjust to living and learning in a new culture. Assistance
is offered with student visas, student support, homesickness and culture shock.
Students will have a chance to meet staff and student mentors, as well as to
socialize with fellow students.
Extra-Curricular
Activities
There are many social events throughout the year to make the AUT experience
rewarding and enjoyable including a study abroad welcome party, bungee
jumping, barbecues, beach activities, Noho Marae weekend, ski trips, Auckland
day trips, concerts, and end-of-semester lunch, and more.
Housing
Housing Types
Dorms, apartments
Additional Information
Students are guaranteed pre-arranged housing. AUT provides students with
accommodation in Wellesley Student apartments in downtown Auckland.
Apartments are 4-5 bedrooms, fully-furnished, and telephone/internet ready.
Students share with other international and New Zealand students.
Health Insurance
What do I need?
Students must show proof of international health insurance.