Semester on the South Island, New Zealand

From sea kayaking and mountaineering to wine tasting and sheep shearing, you’ll love all that the South Island has to offer. Your Kiwi host (local New Zealand student) will show you around your new home at the country’s oldest university.

IF you've ever wanted to study abroad in New Zealand, then check out our Semester on the South Island, New Zealand program, but here are a few of the key highlights that make this program unique.

  • Add on the January in New Zealand course and get an additional 4 credits & begin your Semester on the South Island one month earlier! 
  • Travel to New Zealand:  Beaches, coastline, mountains, and wilderness right outside your door
  • Located in the heart of Lord of the Rings country
  • Life in a bustling, cosmopolitan city
  • Courses at the oldest university in New Zealand
  • Service-learning and volunteer opportunities
  • Large, diverse student body with thousands of international students
  • An international student mentor
  • Hundreds of clubs and students organizations
  • Extensive sports facilities on campus
  • AACSB accredited Business School