Cost of living
Moving countries can be a challenge and depending on where you are currently living, the cost of living in New Zealand will be different to what you are used to.
In New Zealand, you will find some things cheaper and others more expensive. We have picked out some items to give you an idea of what you can expect. All amounts given are in New Zealand dollars.
Costs Overview 💸
Study costs per year 📚
- 🛎️ Student Services Levy: $240
- 🎓 Programme fees: ~$18,000
- 📖 Stationery & Textbooks: ~$500
Other costs per year 🏠
- 🏡 Homestay: ~$14,000
- 🛡️ Insurance: $585
- 🍽️ Living Expenses: ~$7,000
Cost comparisons 📊
- 🍔 Big Mac: $5.00
- 🥤 Coke (600ml): $4.00
- ⛽ Petrol (per litre): $2.00
- 🎟️ Movie tickets: $12.50
- 👖 Levi jeans: $130
- 🍱 Takeaway meal: $10-$15
- 🍚 Rice (1 kg): $3.00
- 🍽️ Dinner out: $30-$50
You can help your income go further by:
- Organising your income and setting aside money in a separate bank account to cover your fixed costs like accommodation and tuition fees.
- Using your Student ID card to get a range of discounts at local businesses.
- Learning to cook and making your own lunches and hot drinks.
- Getting budgeting advice from the student support team.
You can find more information regarding the cost of living in New Zealand on the New Zealand Education website using the button below.
