The Victoria University of Wellington
Northwestern Requirements
Northwestern Study Abroad requires that you enroll in at least the following amount of credits (points) at Victoria University of Wellington:- Fall Semester: 55-60 points
- Spring Semester: 60 points
- Full Year: 110-120 points
Academic Specialties
Political science, international relations, Maori studies, women's studies, film/theatre, earth sciences (includes earthquake studies as Wellington sits on a major fault line), public policy, deaf studies, criminology, development studies, media studies, and tourism management with an environmental focus. There are opportunities for research and field experience in the earthquake and Antarctic studies disciplines, and in criminology and women's studies.Course Type
Direct enrollment in the Victoria University of Wellington facilitated by Arcadia University.Additional Information
About the Terms of Study:This program follows the New Zealand calendar.
- Fall Semester program begins in early July and ends in November.
- Spring Semester program begins in early February and ends in late June.
- Full Year is either February through November (the New Zealand academic year) or early July through late June (the U.S. academic year). Students can choose either option.
Wellington, New Zealand's second largest city, is situated at the southern tip of New Zealand's North Island, and is the nation's political and cultural capital. It's a compact city nestled into the foothills with all the advantages of a big city: a large arts scene, theatre and film industry, galleries, museums, and a fabulous sports stadium. Downtown Wellington is also famous for its café culture. The city has a very temperate climate, and is nestled in between scenic hills and the beautiful Wellington Harbor.
Housing
Residential Colleges or Student Apartments and Flats with other international students and Kiwis.- Stafford House, Wai-te-ata, and Everton Hall are the most popular Residential College choices among study abroad students. All Residential Colleges are within walking distance of each of the three campuses and the city center.
Program Costs
Estimated Costs: Fall 2011
For the most updated program cost information, please refer to your program provider’s website.
- Tuition: $13,370
- Room & Board: $4,805
- SAAF: $2,355
- Transportation: $1,525
- Books: $375
- Personal Expenses: $1,095
- Total Estimated Costs: $23,525
Additional Information:
- Billing Arrangements: Find out what you will be billed for by Northwestern and by your study abroad program.
- Study Abroad Budgeting Worksheet: Estimate total expenses associated with study abroad.
For more information on billing and financial aid, visit the Financial Considerations section of the website.
Approximate Program Size
- Arcadia's program: 20-35 students, depending on the term
- Victoria University of Wellington: 17,000 students
Application Requirements
Northwestern students must complete two applications for this program:- Arcadia program application, available on the Arcadia website.
- Northwestern University Application for Permission to Study Abroad.
