Cost of Studying in New Zealand for Indian Students 2027

Indian students who want to study in New Zealand need to consider these two major factors: university type and course selection. This cost includes all expenses related to your academics such as tuition fees, hostel fees, etc. 

New Zealand has emerged as one of the fastest-growing study abroad destinations for Indian students. With over 92,500 international students enrolled in 2025 to 2026, India stands as the second-largest student community in the country. Accounting for 14% of total enrollments.

A major driver of this growth is academic quality: all 8 public universities in New Zealand rank within the top 500 globally, in the QS World University Rankings.

For Indian students targeting to study in New Zealand for the 2027 intake, the total annual investment typically ranges from INR 18 Lakh to 32 Lakh per year. Combining tuition fees and cost of living. While this makes New Zealand 15% to 25% more affordable than Australia, US, or UK, proper financial planning is important.

Cost of Studying in New Zealand for Indian students

The tuition fees that a student would be required to pay greatly depend on the type of qualification and the university they are looking at to pursue their education. While courses such as humanities, education, and arts are likely to cost less, pursuing subjects such as medicine and engineering costs on the higher side.

The overall cost of studying can vary if you are opting for the most demanding courses in New Zealand. Here is the tuition fee for different levels of studies in New Zealand for international students:

Source: Studywithnewzealand.gov.nz

Cost of Pursuing Courses in New Zealand For Indians

Similarly, pursuing a post-graduate degree is higher, and the costs vary depending on the program, and MBA, like in most universities abroad, is among the most expensive programs. The table below shows the average tuition fee for every course for your reference. Some of these are the best courses in NZ.

Note: PGDM in New Zealand: approximate fee varies between NZD 30,000 and NZD 40,000.

How to Save Money While Studying in New Zealand

Living in New Zealand can be expensive, but you can manage your costs with good planning. Most students need about NZD 20,000 per year for basic living expenses. To cover the cost of living, you can apply for fully funded scholarships in NZ. Otherwise, you can check some of the tips for saving money abroad:

Managing your money properly keeps your overseas education within budget. Here are five direct ways Indian students can save money:

• Apply for Major Scholarships: Target government funding like Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships or university fee waivers to cut your tuition fees.
• Work Part-Time: Work up to 25 hours per week during study semesters and full-time during breaks at a minimum wage of NZD 23.95 per hour.
• Choose Shared Flatting: Rent a room in a shared apartment outside the city center to cut accommodation costs by up to 50%.
• Claim Student Travel Discounts: Use local transit passes like AT HOP (Auckland) or Snapper (Wellington) to get tertiary student discounts on buses and trains.
• Budget with FTS: Deposit living expenses into the ANZ Funds Transfer Scheme to receive a controlled monthly allowance of NZD 1,667 and avoid overspending.

Feel free to mention any queries in the comment section, and we will be happy to answer them. Candidates can get in touch with our Shiksha study abroad counsellors for assistance with university admissions on our website.