Top student cities in New Zealand

Top Student Cities in New Zealand- A vast landscape, which covers everything that an adventure seeker looks out for, makes New Zealand one of the most popular destinations for tourists across the globe. But what most people are not aware of is that the country is also steadily climbing the ranks among major study destinations in the world. According to Immigration New Zealand, over 100,000 international students get enrolled in various Kiwi universities every year. While searching and applying to universities in New Zealand, it is important that you know about the environment in and around the campus you will be living in. Apart from quality institutes, New Zealand boasts of many cities which attract a number of international students due to their easy accessibility and affordable living costs compared to cities in other major study abroad destinations.

Here we bring you the list of the top student cities in New Zealand:

Auckland

Home to some of the best universities in New Zealand, Auckland has established itself as a well-known student centre attracting majority of international students in the country. The city, which is ranked 18^th in the top student cities in New Zealand and the world by QS, is home to some of the most well-known universities in New Zealand like the University of Auckland, Auckland Technology University, among others.

One of the interesting aspects of Auckland is that it is small in size and thanks to a fast growing transport network; most of the attractions can be explored within half an hour of the city centre.

Being one of the populated and prosperous areas of New Zealand, the cost of living in Auckland for international students is among the highest in the country. As in most cities, it is the accommodation that creates a hole in the pockets. Rent can be anywhere between NZ$150to$300 per week and can average at around NZ $8000.

Here’s an annual break- up of the living expenses for international students in Auckland:

Christchurch: The Garden City of New Zealand is known for its quality institutes as it is for its numerous adventurous attractions. The city is also among the top 50 student cities in the world as per QS, making it the second Kiwi city to be listed in the QS student city ranking apart from Auckland. One of the largest cities in the South Island of New Zealand, Christchurch has a strong population of 400,000. The city is also home to famous universities like the University of Canterbury and the Lincoln University.
Although relatively cheaper than Auckland, Christchurch, being among the top student cities in New Zealand, still falls among the costliest cities of New Zealand, especially, in terms of living. However, international students wishing to cut costs can opt to live outside the campus and even take up work during their studies in New Zealand.

Here’s a break- up of the living expenses for international students in Christchurch:

Wellington: What better place to study than at the centre of the country’s economic and social activities? The famous capital of New Zealand offers the best of entertainment landscapes in New Zealand. Wellington is also the first place in New Zealand where English settlers had arrived; hence, the city is a delight for explorers who enjoy historic streets and buildings. Besides claiming the Victoria University of Wellington, the capital is also home to branches of many universities like Massey, University of Otago, among others making it one of the top student cities in New Zealand.
Here’s a break- up of the living expenses for international students in Wellington:

Hamilton:

Hamilton is another one of the top student cities in New Zealand located in the Wakaito region of the country. Hamilton is not only a major tourist destination in the South Pacific, it is also a study destination for over 40,000 students. One of the reasons behind its popularity among students is that it offers all the elements that students require- Cafes, libraries, shops -- and is comparatively cheaper to most student cities in New Zealand.
Here’s a break- up of the living expenses for international students in Hamilton:

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