University of Otago

The University of Otago is one of the oldest universities in the world. Otago University has a vast alumni network of more than 100,000 members all over the world. Otago University alumni network include famous personalities, innovators, industry leaders, mentors, entrepreneurs, and more. University of Otago alumni work in top companies such as Deloitte, ANZ, EY, Microsoft, ASB Bank, Fronterra, and more. Some of the notable alumni of Otago University are listed below:

• Stella Maxwell
• John Money
• Bill English
• Janet Frame
• Jamie Joseph
• Grant Robertson
• John Hattie
• Graham Henry
• Nikki Kaye
• Kamisese Mara
• Rayyanah Barnawi
• Archibald McIndoe
• Juliet Marillier
• Jeremy Waldron
• Mazlan Othman

The University of Otago and University of Waikato both are among the top choices of international students in the New Zealand. Every university offers something unique for its international students to stand out of the herd. Both universities have its advantages and disadvantages.
The University of Otago acceptance rate stands at 65%, which makes it extremely competitive. This means out of 100 students, around 65 students are enrolled in the university. On the other hand, University of Waikato acceptance rate is around 70% - 72%, which makes it competitive to secure admission. This figure states that out of every 100 students, around 70 to 72 students are enrolled at Waikato. Check the comparison listed below between Otago University and Waikato University. The below comparison will help students in gaining more clarity on these universities respectively:

Yes, international students are required to obtain a visa at the University of Otago as this university is situated in New Zealand. The VISA application fee for New Zealand, is NZD 375 (INR 18,951) which is non-refundable in case of a rejection. 

Below are the documents required that are required to be submitted with the visa fee for the German Consulate or the embassy: 

·         Passport

·         Official documents transcripts

·         Offer letter from the University of Otago (UC)

·         Fee receipt

·         Proof of funds (NZD 20 K per year)

·         Visa application fee

·         Medical fitness proof

·         English Language Proficiency Proofs

·         Travel and medical insurance

·         Evidence of travel plans

·         Financial documents (Bank statements or another documents that might prove the financial background)

·         Support letter issued by the bank in case of a loan

International students can apply for the University of Otago admission process via the official website of this university. 

The international students must  gather LORs, SOP, Official transcripts of academic credentials, English test scores, SAT, ACT, GMAT or GRE score, Bank support letter in case of a loan before you apply to the University.

Below are the steps to complete the University of Otago application process:

Step 1: Accept the admission by visiting the website: evision.otago.ac.nz/, after which the university staff will be ready with your enrollment process.

Step 2: Choose your degree programme by taking help and advice from the 'Student Development' group.

Step 3: The students should choose the papers you will study for completing the degree programme on Evision students can also change them later if required.

Step 4: Now, students can pay tuition fees. Students who have a scholarship need to pay only the balance fees obtained after deducting their scholarship from the original fees.

Step 5: After payment of fees, the students should apply for a student VISA by attaching their admission offer letter. Upon getting a VISA, insurance (both travelling and medical) should be obtained as it is mandatory for all international students.

Step 6: On getting the insurance cover, the students can register for the international enrolment and orientation seminar, which is again compulsory for all the students. The students will have to carry their student VISA and passport while attending this seminar.