New Zealand, Auckland
http://www.auckland.ac.nz
Apply early. Students are accepted on a first come first serve basis.
This program, on the north island of New Zealand, allows students to live and study in a cosmopolitan city with picturesque harbors, mountains, lakes, parks, and beaches just a short distance from the university. Students spend either the summer/fall or the spring/summer terms at the University of Auckland. The courses are offered mostly in the Arts & Sciences, but there are a variety of disciplines from which to choose. Students will also have access to all campus resources, including e-mail, campus activities, library facilities, and sports clubs.
Students may choose from the University of Auckland's entire course catalog. Courses taken abroad may satisfy college and departmental core requirements. Students should consult with their advisor to discuss the specific requirements that may be satisfied abroad.
Auckland is located on the north island of the continent and has a population of one million people. The north island is a land of contrasts and contradictions. Cities sit in the midst of pastoral areas. There are green, fruitful valleys in the midst of sun and frost blasted mountains. Outside the city limits, just a short trip from campus, students will find the Waitemata Harbor, scenic coastline, beaches, parks, rivers, valleys, and lakes.
The University of Auckland is New Zealand's largest university with 24,000 students. It is located in the heart of the city and offers many big city attractions such as theater, recreation, sports, pubs, and restaurants.
(The Railway House is currently under construction. Please see OISP staff for information on future accommodations). Students live in Railway House with other university and international students. Rooms are "twin share studios" with other university and international students. This style accommodation has a double bedroom, living area, kitchen, and a bathroom. Meals are not included. Bed linens are provided by the University of Auckland for an additional cost.
Full-time Northeastern student, 3.0 GPA, and middler (third) year or above.
Applications are available at OISP, 10 BV.
$21,400 per Semester for the 2009/2010 academic year. Includes: tuition, housing, orientation, and round-trip airfare via Boston.
