Location
  • New Zealand
    • Wellington
Term
Academic Year, Fall, Spring
Need-based funding, Merit-based funding, General grants/scholarships
Health & Safety

Program Details

Program Type
Provider
Degree Level
High School Diploma Bachelors
Housing
Dormitory
Language
English

Pricing

What's Included
Accommodation Activities Classes Travel Insurance Wifi
What's Included (Extra)

Optional AIFS Abroad flight package for an additional cost.

May 05, 2025
Dec 14, 2019
8 travelers are looking at this program

About Program

Experience the beauty and vibrant culture of New Zealand with AIFS Abroad’s study programs in Wellington at Victoria University of Wellington, a prestigious institution known for its diverse academic offerings. Set in the "Coolest Little Capital in the World," the university’s campus is just steps from the city’s cultural attractions and stunning waterfront. Students can immerse themselves in a rich heritage, exploring landmarks like Te Papa Museum and enjoying outdoor adventures in nearby natural landscapes. AIFS Abroad provides comprehensive support, including housing and cultural events, ensuring a fulfilling and memorable experience that blends academic growth with personal adventure in this stunning environment.

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Diversity & Inclusion 💙

At AIFS Abroad, we support all participants in their study or internship abroad journey — no matter their gender, race, religion, age, physical ability, or sexual orientation. Everyone’s identity is shaped by many different factors, and for some, faith, spirituality, and religion play an important role in choosing where to go.

We encourage you to think about what matters most to you as you explore your program options.
At AIFS Abroad, we’re here to support you throughout your study or intern abroad experience. We encourage you to connect with the culture around you—both where you’re from and where you’re going.

Each person brings their own background and perspective, and that matters when choosing a program and a destination. Taking time to reflect on your identity and learning about the experiences of others is a meaningful part of going abroad.

Everyone’s journey is different, and where you go can shape how included and comfortable you feel. As you explore your options, we hope the information below helps you find the program and location that feel right for you.
Everyone’s experience abroad is different. The study abroad or international internship program location you choose can affect how connected and supported you feel. As you review your options, we encourage you to use the information linked below to help find a program and place that’s the right fit for you.

Impact 🌎

In response to the overwhelming global climate crisis, AIFS Abroad is pleased to make sustainability a key priority when considering organizational, operational, and programming decisions. We understand that the only way to effectively combat this crisis and mitigate the effects of climate change is to drastically reduce our environmental impact. Therefore, AIFS Abroad has committed to reaching carbon neutrality. AIFS Abroad is proud to announce we have signed the CANIE Accord, becoming the first US provider to make this commitment.

Program Highlights

  • Cultural and Social Activities: A wide range of AIFS Abroad-organized cultural activities and social events to enrich your experience
  • Onsite Program Coordinator to help with any questions or advice you may need throughout the program
  • Health & Safety 24/7 emergency support and comprehensive insurance
  • Personal/Professional Development Access to the renowned Clifton StrengthsFinder assessment and alumni network
  • Green Initiative Carbon offsetting for all participants’ flights to and from their program location

Popular Programs

Participants enjoying the beautiful views in New Zealand

Spend a semester or academic year in the vibrant and cosmopolitan city of Wellington, New Zealand, with AIFS Abroad! Study a variety of academic program options at Victoria University, rated as one of the top 5% business schools worldwide. Home to 22,000 students, the campus is centrally located in the city.

Program Reviews

5.00 Rating
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  • Academics 4.25
  • Support 4.65
  • Fun 5
  • Housing 5
  • Safety 4.9
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Tricia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Truly an unforgettable experience.

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What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
There were 2! The academics were definitely the most rigorous I've ever experienced; and going into my finals completely unsure of how I would come out in the end was tough! But I managed to get the hang of the different style of classes towards the end, so I was able to prepare as much as I could for the final exams.

The second most nerve-wracking experience was at the airport coming back, when basically all of our bags and our carry-ons (yes, they weigh your carry-ons too!) were overweight and we had to figure out a way to either consolidate or pay the fees for overweight bags. What I ended up doing was stuffing all the extra weight from my carry-on into my checked bag so that it was the only item that was overweight, and I had to pay less.
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Alissa
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Kiwi Life

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Alissa
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Kiwi Life

10/10 experience

Wellington being the 'coolest little capital in the world' really holds true. Living in a flat that has a view of a rugby field on one side, ocean and mountains on another, the city on another, and looking up to see the botanicals gardens pretty much sums up my experience. New Zealand is a place for those who can enjoy natural beauty and adventure. The south island is a must see place- which I was fortunate enough to visit three times with various friends I met through AIFS. Some of my personal favorite memories that may give you a taste of what life abroad here looks like includes sky diving over Lake Wanaka with my mom while she visited on Easter break and renting a van to live out of for the week while traveling across the south island with two others.

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Alexa
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

I never wanted to leave!

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What would you improve about this program?
Keep the program small, it makes it much easier to build relationships with all the students as one big group rather than small groups.
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Anna
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Everyone! Go to New Zealand!

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Meredith
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

New Zealand

New Zealand is an amazing country. The people are probably the nicest in the world. It would have been nice if we had the opportunity to have housing with people from New Zealand instead of just international students. Had an amazing time though. The country is amazing and I traveled every chance I got which was very easy because of the large number of clubs and the cheapness of renting cars.

The biggest problem I had was deciding what to see and where to travel. Make a list of priorities before you go because I wasted part of the summer figuring out where I wanted to go when if I had come prepared I would have been able to visit more places and see everything I wanted.

What would you improve about this program?
The excursions our program offered were not that great, they were organized decently but the locations we went were just ok. They had a stupid trip to Rotorua which is a cool place but it would have been better if we had gone elsewhere.
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Pookie
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

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Kelley
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Best Experience

I highly recommend going to Victoria University of Wellington. The classes are interesting and while I learned a lot, I would not say it was harder than my home university. The city always has something going on to the beach, shopping, mountains. I made some of the best friends in my life through the study abroad experience. New Zealand truly is one of the most beautiful countries in the world especially Wellington. Wellington is easy enough to get around through the transportation and was always very safe. The housing that Victoria University offers is very different depending on if you want a house, apartment or dorm. There are various housing locations throughout the whole city. Victoria also has student activities and many clubs that students are able to join to make their experience the best imaginable.

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