University of Waikato
Hamilton, New Zealand
Study at the University of Waikato, ranked number 1 in New Zealand for research, in the top 100 globally for sustainability, and in the top 1% of business schools worldwide.
Program Overview
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Academic Program
Exchange participants are required to take a full-time course load (at least 12 Temple credits) while abroad and will earn transfer credit. At the University of Waikato, a typical full-time workload is 60 credit points per semester. This typically equates to 4 papers (courses), as most are worth 15 credit points.
Language of Instruction
English
Best for
The University of Waikato has offerings across many different majors and fields. Some highlights of the curriculum are arts, humanities, Maori and indigenous studies, social sciences, environmental science, computing and mathematical sciences, education, engineering, health, and more. Explore the full list of papers (courses) here.
Learn more about the academic program, course approvals and the transfer credit process.
Location & Facilities
Location
Temple students will study at the University of Waikato's Hamilton campus. Hamilton is New Zealand's fourth largest city and the perfect launching point for exploring the North Island. A multicultural hub, Hamilton offers the resources of a university campus connected to nature. There are three lakes and a park on campus, in addition to Hamilton Lake and the Waikato River a ten-minute drive away. The campus is well-connected and close to New Zealand’s biggest city, Auckland, as well as beautiful beaches, native forests, and snowy mountains.
Facilities
The campus has comprehensive facilities, including a library, student center, computer labs, coffee shops, and a health center. Students also have access to an on-campus gym, an Olympic-sized pool, various sport fields, and a recreational dance room. Explore the Hamilton campus map here.
Program Dates
University of Waikato follows a southern hemisphere academic calendar. The year begins in February and ends in November. It is possible to apply for spring (A Trimester) or fall (B Trimester), as well as the year-long program (calendar year).
- A Trimester (Spring): mid February - late June
- B Trimester (Fall): early July - early November
- Calendar Year (Spring/Fall): late February through early November
Program participants are required to be present for the entire length of the program, including mandatory on-site orientation.
Housing
Students may choose to live in on-campus housing, university-arranged homestays, or find independent housing.
On-campus Housing
At Waikato, on-campus accommodation is guaranteed for exchange students.*
There are different housing options, including College Hall, Bryant Hall, Student Village (a residence hall where students live in pods of 6 residents), or apartment-style. Costs vary for the different housing options. All on-campus housing is located within a 10-minute walk from classrooms.
Learn more about on-campus accommodation options at Waikato.
*Accommodation applications must be submitted before Waikato's deadlines to be guaranteed.
Homestay
Students who want to experience the culture firsthand may choose to live in a homestay. Host families are located around Hamilton, but they are close to public transport. All families have been carefully vetted by the University of Waikato.
Students who select to live in a homestay will have the following provided:
- Meals
- Fully furnished room
- Storage space
Independent Housing
Students may choose to find off-campus, independent housing in rentals or flats. More information can be found on Waikatos's "Flatting and private rentals" page.
Faculty & On-site Support
As an Exchange Program participant, you will have access to the support provided by your host institution. The University of Waikato offers a variety of student services, including their International Student Support Team, Student Learning resources, and Rainbow Alliance.
Program Costs
Program Deposit
Students will pay a non-refundable program deposit of $400 within 2 weeks of nomination to the program. This non-refundable deposit is credited to your program fees as a prepayment.
Temple Tuition and Standard University Fees
Students pay Temple tuition and fees directly to Temple. Visit Temple’s Bursar for per-credit tuition rates. All students pay University Services Fee.
More details
For complete details about billable costs and estimate for non-billable expenses, such as airfare, meals, and personal expenses, view the program cost sheet.
Health & Safety
Your health and safety abroad are our highest priority. Please stay tuned for more details about health and safety on this program.
Contact
For more information, contact Education Abroad: 215-204-0720; study.abroad@temple.edu.
Eligibility Requirements
Temple programs are open to qualified students matriculated at any U.S. or Canadian college or university.
You are eligible to apply if you meet the following requirements.
Are enrolled fulltime and will have completed 2 semesters before studying abroad
- You are enrolled as a full-time matriculated student at the time of application as well as during the semester prior to studying abroad.
- You will have completed at least two (2) semesters of college-level study by the program start.
Are in good academic standing and meet minimum GPA requirement for the program
You meet minimum cumulative GPA requirement, on a 4.0 scale from all colleges/universities attended. The requirement varies by program:
- Temple Semester Programs: 2.75 (Internships: 3.0)
- Temple Summer Programs: 2.5
- Exchange Programs: 2.75
- External Programs: 2.5
You remain in good academic standing from the time of application until the start of your term abroad; students on academic warning are not eligible to participate.
Have a valid passport
You will need a passport, valid well beyond the length of your program, by the application deadline.
View deadlines and validity requirements for your host country.
Are in good disciplinary standing
You are in good disciplinary standing at the time of application and remain so through the start of your term abroad. Students who have been found responsible for a code of conduct violation and will not be in good disciplinary standing (including disciplinary probation) may submit a petition for review.
Meet the minimum age requirement
You are at least 18 years old at the time of application.
For the University of Waikato , the following additional considerations apply.
- Students will be selected mainly based on academic fit and demonstrated interest in the host university and/or location.
Non-U.S. citizens: you are welcome to study abroad if you meet the eligibility requirements; however, you are not permitted to study abroad on an exchange program in your home country. Please speak to Education Abroad if you have questions about your eligibility.
Application Requirements
The standard application requirements pertain to all students applying to Temple programs.
Additional Requirements for the University of Waikato
- All students applying for an exchange program are required to meet with a program manager before submitting their application.
Admissions Timeline
- Admissions is not rolling.
- Temple nominates students for Exchange Programs after the deadline for the specific term.
- Once you submit your application, you should expect a decision by the decision deadline, about one month after the program application deadline has passed.
