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Otago University Tuition Fees for International Students
- Fees in Indian Rupees (INR)
- Fees Structure
- Health Insurance
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Otago University
Tuition Fees for International Students

University of Otago fee structure covers several cost components that you should carefully consider when creating a budget. These typically cover accommodation or hostel fees, insurance, transportation, and other personal living expenses. One of the primary costs is the tuition fee at the college, which generally ranges from NZD 26,364 - 1,12,753 (INR 13,09,236 - 55,99,314) for the first year. The tuition fee varies based on the course selection. The fee details outlined below are based on information available on the University of Otago official website and are subject to change.

You can check the breakdown of University of Otago fees in Indian Rupees in the table below:

Otago University
Fees in Indian Rupees (INR)

Course level	Annual Tuition Fee in INR
UG	INR 14.52 L - 60.09 L
PG	INR 18.4 L - 60.01 L

Otago University
Fees Structure

Course	Tuition	Hostel
MS	INR 18.4 L - 29.25 LGet Fee Details	INR 10.55 L - 11.14 L
B.Sc.	INR 14.52 L - 24.82 LGet Fee Details	INR 8.48 L - 11.53 L
M.A.	INR 21.36 L - 29.13 LGet Fee Details	INR 10.55 L - 11.14 L
B.A.	INR 17.28 L - 21.75 LGet Fee Details	INR 10.61 L - 11.53 L

University of Otago fee is usually increased annually. For details, students are advised to check the official guidelines released by the university.

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Course	Cost in INR
MS	INR 33.26 K - 39.92 K
B.Sc.	INR 34.16 K
M.A.	INR 45.86 K
B.E. / B.Tech	INR 34.16 K
MBA/PGDM	INR 33 K - 33.26 K
MIM	INR 33 K - 33.26 K
B.Com	INR 34.16 K
MPH	INR 39.92 K
BHM	INR 34.16 K
PG Diploma	INR 34.7 K

Otago University
MS Fees 2026

The University of Otago MS program is available to Indian students for a total duration of 1 year to 2 years. You, as an Indian student, will have to pay first-year tuition fee of INR 17,97,087 - 25,36,333 for this graduate course. The tuition fee will depend on the specialization you choose. For this programme, the University of Otago offers 22 specializations.

The Indian students, along with University of Otago tuition fee will also have to plan other expenses which include your living essentia

The Indian students, along with University of Otago tuition fee will also have to plan other expenses which include your living essentials such as accommodation or hostel fees, insurance, transportation, and day-to-day living expenses. If you plan to live on campus, the accommodation cost at University of Otago is estimated around INR 8,49,517 - 10,88,515, annually.

For a complete overview of the University of Otago MS fee breakup, refer to the table below:

Fee components	Amount (for 1 - 2 years)
Tuition	INR 18.67 L - 29.45 L
Hostel	INR 10.7 L - 11.31 L
Insurance	INR 33.48 K - 40.5 K
Others	INR 1.12 L - 2.29 L
Total fee	INR 30.82 L - 43.45 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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MS Fees Comparison

Colleges	Tuition Fees	Hostel Fees
University of Otago	18.67 L - 29.45 L	10.7 L - 11.31 L
University of Auckland Compare	24.22 L - 31.07 L	8.6 L - 10.86 L
Griffith University Compare	25.74 L - 31.68 L	5.87 L - 7.14 L
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) Compare	26 L - 28.91 L	15.07 L - 16.4 L
University of Wollongong - Australia Compare	19.77 L - 28.67 L	8.41 L - 11.78 L

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B.Sc. Fees 2026

Indian students interested in a University of Otago 36 months B.Sc. program need to pay between INR 14,55,820 - 24,87,385 for the first year of studies. This does not include living costs like rent, groceries, and electricity. Expenses like these are included in the overall cost of living for Indian students at B.Sc. that are around INR 8,49,836 - 11,56,141. Check the table below for the complete B.Sc. University of Otago fee breakdown for Indian students:

Fee components	Amount (for 3 years)
Tuition	INR 14.24 L - 24.32 L
Hostel	INR 8.31 L - 11.31 L
Insurance	INR 33.48 K
Others	INR 75.22 K - 1.08 L
Total fee	INR 23.63 L - 37.04 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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B.Sc. Fees Comparison

Colleges	Tuition Fees	Hostel Fees
University of Otago	14.24 L - 24.32 L	8.31 L - 11.31 L
AUT University Compare	17.86 L - 26.18 L	6.16 L - 7.3 L
University of Tasmania Compare	13.98 L - 26.37 L	13.78 L - 17.92 L
University of Canterbury Compare	15.94 L - 23.26 L	7.17 L - 11.02 L
Ulster University Compare	19.51 L - 22.21 L	4.56 L

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M.A. Fees 2026

The University of Otago M.A. program is available to Indian students for a total duration of 12 months to 18 months. You, as an Indian student, will have to pay first-year tuition fee of INR 20,86,463 - 28,45,517 for this graduate course. The tuition fee will depend on the specialization you choose.

For a complete overview of the University of Otago M.A. fee breakup, refer to the table below:

Fee components	Amount (for 12 months - 2 years)
Tuition	INR 21.67 L - 29.56 L
Hostel	INR 10.7 L - 11.31 L
Insurance	INR 46.17 K
Others	INR 1.02 L - 1.12 L
Total fee	INR 33.86 L - 42.44 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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M.A. Fees Comparison

Colleges	Tuition Fees	Hostel Fees
University of Otago	21.67 L - 29.56 L	10.7 L - 11.31 L
James Cook University - Australia Compare	22.87 L - 30.43 L	8.34 L - 12.49 L
University of Waikato Compare	19.39 L - 32.64 L	6.48 L - 8.06 L
Victoria University of Wellington Compare	18.06 L - 28.36 L	-/-
Tennessee Technological University Compare	22.59 L - 27.33 L	12.33 L

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Otago University
B.A. Fees 2026

The University of Otago B.A. program is offered at the UG level. It can be completed within 36 months. B.A. fees for University of Otago ranges between INR 17,32,031 - 21,80,362. Other costs like rent, transportation, and health insurance are not included in the B.A. fees for Indian students. For housing, the average rent for Indian students is INR 10,63,869 - 11,56,141. Given below is a breakdown of the University of Otago tuition fees for Indian students:

Fee components	Amount (for 3 years)
Tuition	INR 16.94 L - 21.32 L
Hostel	INR 10.4 L - 11.31 L
Others	INR 1.08 L
Total fee	INR 28.42 L - 33.71 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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B.A. Fees Comparison

Otago University
B.E. / B.Tech Fees 2026

Indian students interested in a University of Otago 36 months B.E. / B.Tech program need to pay between INR 18,42,415 - 23,68,938 for the first year of studies. This does not include living costs like rent, groceries, and electricity. Expenses like these are included in the overall cost of living for Indian students at B.E. / B.Tech that are around INR 9,02,295 - 11,56,141. Check the table below for the complete B.E. / B.Tech University of Otago fee breakdown for Indian students:

Fee components	Amount (for 3 years)
Tuition	INR 18.02 L - 23.17 L
Hostel	INR 8.82 L - 11.31 L
Insurance	INR 33.48 K
Others	INR 1.08 L - 2.29 L
Total fee	INR 28.25 L - 37.1 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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B.E. / B.Tech Fees Comparison

Otago University
MBA/PGDM Fees 2026

Offered at the graduate level, the University of Otago MBA/PGDM course is available for a duration ranging from 15 months. The first-year tuition fee of courses offered under MBA/PGDM is INR 37,75,098.

Indian students need to pay for additional expenses beyond the tuition fee. This can range from housing to transportation and from meals to leisure activities. Of these, accommodation takes up the largest expense share, on an average it is INR 10,88,515.

Refer to the table below for a detailed fee b

Refer to the table below for a detailed fee breakdown of the University of Otago MBA/PGDM course:

Fee components	Amount (for 15 months)
Tuition	INR 39.94 L
Hostel	INR 11.81 L
Others	INR 1.14 L
Total fee	INR 52.88 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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MBA/PGDM Fees Comparison

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MIM Fees 2026

The MIM course at University of Otago is offered to Indian students at graduate level. This course is available for a duration of 12 months to 1 year. The first-year tuition fee for the MIM course at University of Otago is INR 27,70,600 - 32,33,778. Apart from University of Otago tuition fee, Indian students must budget for additional expenses such as housing, food, travel and daily requirements. Refer to the table below for the fees breakdown of University of Otago MIM course:

Fee components	Amount (for 12 months - 1 year)
Tuition	INR 28.78 L - 33.59 L
Hostel	INR 9.44 L - 11.31 L
Insurance	INR 33.48 K
Others	INR 44.82 K - 1.12 L
Total fee	INR 39 L - 46.35 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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MIM Fees Comparison

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MASc Fees 2026

Indian students can enroll for University of Otago MASc course for 1 year. The first-year tuition fee for the course, offered at the graduate level, is INR 29,53,448 - 30,97,825 and varies based on choice of specialization. In addition to the tuition fee, Indian students will also be responsible for extra costs like transportation, insurance, and accommodation/housing fees. See the table below for more information on the University of Otago MASc fee breakdown:

Fee components	Amount (for 12 months - 1 year)
Tuition	INR 30.68 L - 35.44 L
Total fee	INR 30.68 L - 35.44 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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MASc Fees Comparison

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BBA Fees 2026

University of Otago offers a 36 months BBA program to Indian students at the UG level of study. The first-year tuition fees for the same are INR 17,96,638 - 21,10,619. Students must note that other expenses related to housing, travel, and health insurance are not included in the BBA tuition fees mentioned above. Given below is a full University of Otago fee breakdown for Indian students at BBA:

Fee components	Amount (for 3 years)
Tuition	INR 17.57 L - 20.64 L
Total fee	INR 17.57 L - 20.64 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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BBA Fees Comparison

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B.Com Fees 2026

The University of Otago offers its B.Com program in several streams at the UG level. The average duration of the program is 36 months. For Indian students, the B.Com University of Otago tuition fees is INR 16,21,646. As for the cost of living, students have to pay INR 9,02,295 in rent and INR 34,236 in insurance costs for the first year of studies at B.Com. Mentioned below is a breakdown of the B.Com University of Otago program fees for Indian students:

Fee components	Amount (for 3 years)
Tuition	INR 15.86 L
Hostel	INR 8.82 L
Insurance	INR 33.48 K
Others	INR 44.82 K
Total fee	INR 25.46 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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B.Com Fees Comparison

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B.J.M.C. Fees 2026

Indian students interested in a University of Otago 36 months B.J.M.C. program need to pay between INR 17,32,031 - 18,91,340 for the first year of studies. This does not include living costs like rent, groceries, and electricity. Expenses like these are included in the overall cost of living for Indian students at B.J.M.C. that are around INR 10,63,869. Check the table below for the complete B.J.M.C. University of Otago fee breakdown for Indian students:

Fee components	Amount (for 3 years)
Tuition	INR 16.94 L - 18.5 L
Hostel	INR 10.4 L
Others	INR 1.08 L
Total fee	INR 28.42 L - 29.98 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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B.J.M.C. Fees Comparison

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BDS Fees 2026

The University of Otago BDS program is available to Indian students for a total duration of 5 years. You, as an Indian student, will have to pay first-year tuition fee of INR 21,41,625 for this UG course. The tuition fee will depend on the specialization you choose.

For a complete overview of the University of Otago BDS fee breakup, refer to the table below:

Fee components	Amount (for 5 years)
Tuition	INR 58.9 L
Total fee	INR 58.9 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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BDS Fees Comparison

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MPH Fees 2026

The MPH course at University of Otago is available for Indian students. This graduate course can be completed in 2 years. The MPH tuition fee for the first year for Indian students is INR 25,71,322. Besides the tuition fee, other costs are to be taken care of during the time of the study, which cover accommodation/ hostel fees, insurance, transportation, meals, among others. The University of Otago accommodation will cost INR 10,88,515 to the international students.

To learn more about the Univer

To learn more about the University of Otago MPH fee breakup, check the table below:

Fee components	Amount (for 2 years)
Tuition	INR 26.71 L
Hostel	INR 11.31 L
Insurance	INR 40.5 K
Others	INR 48.6 K
Total fee	INR 38.9 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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MPH Fees Comparison

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B.Pharma Fees 2026

The B.Pharma course at University of Otago is a 36 months long program offered at the UG level. The first-year tuition fee is estimated at INR 20,27,292 - 20,92,672, excluding additional expenses. Your additional expenses will vary based on levek of studies and field of studies. Other costs to consider while calculating additional costsare mentioned below:

Check detailed fee structure below for Indian students:

Fee components	Amount (for 3 years)
Tuition	INR 19.83 L - 20.46 L
Total fee	INR 19.83 L - 20.46 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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B.Pharma Fees Comparison

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MBBS Fees 2026

Offered at the UG level, the University of Otago MBBS course is available for a duration ranging from 6 years. The first-year tuition fee of courses offered under MBBS is INR 47,88,279.

Refer to the table below for a detailed fee breakdown of the

Refer to the table below for a detailed fee breakdown of the University of Otago MBBS course:

Fee components	Amount (for 6 years)
Tuition	INR 52.23 L
Total fee	INR 52.23 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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MBBS Fees Comparison

Otago University
MDS Fees 2026

Are you an Indian student who wants to study MDS at University of Otago? This program designed to be completed within a duration is 1 year to 2 years. This course is offered at graduate level and the first-year tuition fee of is INR 22,42,381 - 58,62,029, depending on choice of specialization.

In addition to tuition, prospective students should also consider living costs such as accommodation, insurance, commuting and other personal expenses. At University of Otago, the average cost for on-campus

A comprehensive breakdown of the University of Otago MDS fee structure is presented in the table below:

Fee components	Amount (for 1 - 2 years)
Tuition	INR 23.29 L - 60.89 L
Hostel	INR 10.7 L
Others	INR 1.12 L
Total fee	INR 35.11 L - 72.71 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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MDS Fees Comparison

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BHM Fees 2026

The University of Otago BHM program is available to Indian students for a total duration of 3 years. You, as an Indian student, will have to pay first-year tuition fee of INR 20,93,742 for this UG course. The tuition fee will depend on the specialization you choose.

For a complete overview of the University of Otago BHM fee breakup, refer to the table below:

Fee components	Amount (for 3 years)
Tuition	INR 21.75 L
Hostel	INR 11.31 L
Insurance	INR 33.48 K
Others	INR 44.82 K
Total fee	INR 33.84 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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BHM Fees Comparison

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M.Sc. Fees 2026

The duration of 2 years is offered to Indian students enrolled in University of Otago M.Sc.. The course is offered at the graduate level, and the first-year tuition cost is INR 25,36,333. Apart from University of Otago tuition, you will also be responsible for additional costs such transportation, insurance, and accommodation/housing fees. The cost of accommodation at University of Otago is INR 10,88,515.

For additional information regarding M.Sc. fee breakdown at University of Otago see the ta

For additional information regarding M.Sc. fee breakdown at University of Otago see the table below:

Fee components	Amount (for 2 years)
Tuition	INR 26.34 L
Hostel	INR 11.31 L
Total fee	INR 37.65 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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M.Sc. Fees Comparison

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PG Diploma Fees 2026

The University of Otago PG Diploma program is available to Indian students for a total duration of 1 year. You, as an Indian student, will have to pay first-year tuition fee of INR 21,84,464 for this graduate course. The tuition fee will depend on the specialization you choose.

For a complete overview of the University of Otago PG Diploma fee breakup, refer to the table below:

Fee components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition	INR 26.28 L
Hostel	INR 11.72 L
Insurance	INR 34.72 K
Others	INR 46.48 K
Total fee	INR 38.82 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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PG Diploma Fees Comparison

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MSN Fees 2026

Offered at the graduate level, the University of Otago MSN course is available for a duration ranging from 2 years. The first-year tuition fee of courses offered under MSN is INR 25,46,419.

Refer to the table below for a detailed fee breakdown of

Refer to the table below for a detailed fee breakdown of the University of Otago MSN course:

Fee components	Amount (for 2 years)
Tuition	INR 27.78 L
Total fee	INR 27.78 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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MSN Fees Comparison

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Internships3.7

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Post study jobs4

Quality of faculty4.3

Student Life4.3

Value for money3.7

Public transportation4.3

Safety5

Indian Food4

Permanent Immigration4.3

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Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery - Batch of 2029

4.3

Great opportunities to explore.

Tips: Transitioning from high school to university was a big jump for me as I was the first in my family to ever make it to university. However, the transition was well supported for me because of the scholarship I received. Along with financial assistance, the scholarship also provided me with a personal mentor who supported me really well. I applied for the scholarship while I was still in year 12 in high school. The scholarship was for students who are the first in their families to go to university and were experiencing financial hardship. It was a long procedure that involved basic details collection, a letter describing why you deserve the scholarship, a mini interview, a formal online interview, and finally a selection process. I have lived most of my life in Wellington, NZ, so moving to Dunedin to study wasn't that big of a cultural shock. The only thing that did shock me however was the drinking culture at the University of Otago. On Friday and Saturday nights, it gets crazy. Personally, I am not a big fan of that, so I would recommend sitting out of it. I am quite satisfied with studying the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB ChB) at UoO. One of the coolest things about the course is that our university provides real cadavers to study with in the direction labs, which is not provided in all medical universities in the world.

Likes (Post study jobs): I am not entirely sure, but I am aware that there is a huge work opportunity for highly skilled international or immigrant students who use their resources properly. I would suggest that students do their own research on this, relating to their course and the types of fields they wish to go into.

Dislikes (Part time work): Part time job really depends on the individual person and the course they are doing. Personally, for me, managing a part time job and studying medicine is quite hard as I am already involved in many other extracurricular activities. However, I have considered tutoring students online as a part time job, which I think is more manageable as I get to choose my own hours. There are also students in medicine who work part time, and they have good management of their time.

Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 1500

Prepping time for classes21 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryNZD 85000

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026Read more

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Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Finance - Batch of 2025

4.5

An eye-opening experience with great faculty.

Tips: It's really difficult adjusting to the new environment but once you are used to it, you will really enjoy it. The most important thing is to not get lazy or sack off. Really difficult to get scholarships for international students. There are just more scholarships for domestic students.

Likes (Internships): There are many opportunities to get internships with many local and international companies, especially companies like Big 4. The university also provides many support services regarding the application process and creating your CV. The application process might be a bit tedious sometimes.

Dislikes (Value for money): The tuition fee is really expensive. In my opinion, it's not justified compared to the rates they charge domestic students. But then again, there are many support services available for international students that are not available for domestic students.

Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 1600

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryNZD

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Master of International Business (MIntBus) - Batch of 2025

3.7

Internships are not always relevant to your field of studies.

Tips: There was a huge cultural shift that I experienced after coming here, mostly evolving around the soft skills. I was awarded a scholarship of NZD 10,000, for which I didn't have to apply. One gets under the list as they fill out the application form. Later, two students, not sure about the number of students in other courses, were selected for the scholarship. Overall, I am pretty satisfied with the university and course, but not very happy with the country, as finding a full-time job, especially related to your field of study, could be challenging if you are an immigrant.

Likes (Student Life): A typical day at college involved a 2-hour lecture. Besides that, the library offers a wide selection of books covering various academic and non-academic genres. The university's student association organises numerous cultural events, such as Holi, Diwali, and Christmas, providing opportunities to connect with students from diverse backgrounds.

Dislikes (Internships): There is complete support from the concerned people on campus to find internships. They guide you in every step, right from creating a New Zealand-friendly CV to appearing for an interview. However, available internships are not always relevant to your field of studies and may clash with your academics.

Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 1500

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryNZD 70000

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What is the acceptance rate for Otago?

Answered 40 mins ago

As per an unofficial source, the University of Otago acceptance rate is around 73% which means that this university is not that selective. Indian students would require to meet the Otago University admission requirements as given below -

Relevant qualification
Min score of 75% overall
English langua

Divya Shukla

Contributor-Level 10

How hard is it to get into the University of Otago?

Answered 49 mins ago

It may be moderately hard for Indian students to get into the University of Otago as its acceptance rate is around 58% to 65%.

For most standard undergrads and postgraduate degrees, admission to Otago University is pretty much guaranteed the students meet the base requirements.

But, the admissions m

Kanika Pandey

Contributor-Level 10

Is University of Otago free for Indian students?

Answered a month ago

Studying at the University of Otago in New Zealand is not free for Indian students. It can be considered bit expensive for Indian students as cost sums up to be around INR 14.81 L - 63.36 L on an average.

Kanishka Gambhir

Contributor-Level 10

What is the best subject at University of Otago?

Answered a month ago

University of Otago offers a lot of courses at the undegraduate, graduate and research levels for Indian students every year. Students can check the official website to see all the available courses that they can choose from. The popular courses at the university are mentioned down below:

MBA
Finance
I

Kanishka Gambhir

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How is MBA at University of Otago?

Answered a month ago

MBA is one of the best courses offered in University of Otago. With help of this Mentioned below are details of University of Otago MBA-

Particulars	Details
Duration	24 months
Annual Fee	NZ$ 76,240
Accreditation	EQUIS and AASCB
Specializations/Electives	Business Law Markets and Value Creation Transformational Leadership Business Economics People and Culture Accounting

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