Student Life in Wellington, New Zealand 2026

What studying in Wellington, New Zealand is actually like — campuses, cities, getting settled and what to expect in your first year.

Universities in Wellington

VU

Victoria University of Wellington

Wellington, New Zealand · Public University

★ 60 QS World #244 Admissions open

Tuition (indicative)

NZD 32,500 – NZD 43,500/yr

Founded

1897

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