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University of Waikato (waikato) — public non-profit university. It is located in Hamilton, New Zealand. It is one of the youngest higher education institutions in the country. As a member of Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL), waikato is actively working on developing the academic environment.
QS World University Rankings collects data on the best institutions in the world, according to which waikato is on top-240. The educational institution is in the top-400 of Times Higher Education World University Ranking.
waikato offers bachelor, master and doctorate programs in different fields of study.
| Subject | Place in QS 2024 |
|---|---|
| Accounting & Finance | 201-250 |
| Social Sciences & Management | 351 |
| Arts & Humanities | 401-450 |

As in many other universities in the country, the academic calendar at waikato is divided into two semesters. But for convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. One year of studying at waikato will cost local citizens a minimum of 3,888 USD. For foreigners, the tuition fee is different — from 3,904 USD per year. The educational institution helps students financially with the help of scholarships and financial aid. They are available to local and international students. On the official website of the university, you can find all the up-to-date information on tuition fees and available scholarships.
Accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses are all things to consider before applying to university.

11 years of school is not enough to get into waikato. Since students study longer in New Zealand, you must first eliminate the academic difference — study for a year at a university in your home country, or take one of the preparatory programs (A-Levels, Foundation, etc.). Before applying to the university, you need to pass an exam for knowledge of the English language. The university accepts the results of IELTS, PTE or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score is 80. The IELTS score is not lower than 6. A subject exam is required. The university relies on the SAT or ACT results.
When considering candidates for master's programs, the admission committee of the university pays attention to the student's academic performance during the undergraduate program. To confirm your level of English, you must pass IELTS, PTE or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score for admission is 6. TOEFL — 90 or higher.
If you decide to pursue a career in science and enroll in a doctoral program, you must pass the language exam — IELTS, PTE, TOEFL or CAE. For enrollment, you need to pass IELTS with 6.5 points. The minimum score for TOEFL is 90.
The campus of waikato is suburban. Students live in a close-knit community and enjoy the benefits of the natural environment around them. However, they also have access to urban entertainment such as shopping malls, restaurants and cinemas. The university has a library where students can do their homework, write scientific papers or just read interesting books. The exchange of intercultural experience occupies a special place in training at waikato. The educational institution regularly invites foreign students to participate in exchange programs and organizes various joint events.

After graduation, you can stay in New Zealand for a period of 1 to 3 years. To do this, the graduate draws up a special visa, which allows one to work even without an official offer from an employer. We talk about other options for immigration in our article.
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