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QS Rank:

235

University of Waikato

Waikato

New Zealand

Overview

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Ranking

#761

US World and News Report

#235

QS World University Rankings

Class Profile

Eligibility Criteria

Accepted fields include .

At least 3 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.

English Proficiency Tests

IELTS
6.5
TOEFL
98
PTE
69

Application Requirements

Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

Application Fee: 0

Transcript

Research Papers/Publications
Personal Statement
Academic LOR
Degree Certificate
Resume

Application Deadlines

	Scholarship Round 1	Round 1	Round 2	Round 3	Research Closing 1	Research Closing 2	Research Closing 3	Scholarship Round 2	Scholarship Round 3	Scholarship Round 4
Winter	Jan 31, 2026	N/A	N/A	N/A	Jan 31, 2026	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Spring	N/A	Mar 1, 2026	N/A	N/A	N/A	May 31, 2026	N/A	Apr 30, 2026	N/A	N/A
Summer	N/A	N/A	Jul 1, 2026	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	Jul 31, 2026	N/A
Fall	N/A	N/A	N/A	Nov 1, 2026	N/A	N/A	Sep 30, 2026	N/A	N/A	Oct 31, 2026

Fees and Funding

Most international PhD students who reside in New Zealand during their studies may be eligible for domestic tuition rates (estimated 2026 domestic annual fee NZD 7,567 – 8,037; estimated total for 3 years NZD 22,701 – 24,111). If not eligible for domestic rates (e.g., studying offshore), full international fees typically exceed NZD 30,000–40,000+ per year. Other charges include a student services levy (approx. NZD 7.72 per point) and an international student refund administration fee (NZD 500).