School Fees New Zealand
Costs of a high school study abroad in New Zealand
Here we inform you about the prices and payment terms of some of our partner schools in New Zealand and any of your choice.
NOTE: If you are interested in a Primary School, please contact us for prices.
Just the tuition costs of a public school in New Zealand are between NZD 15,000 and NZD 20,000 per year. Boarding schools and private schools cost between NZD 29,000 and NZD 45,000 per year. Further costs apply such as accommodation, visa, flight tickets, school administration fees, school uniforms ...
Basically, international students in New Zealand can be admitted to public schools and private schools. Depending on age, there are Primary, Junior Secondary and Secondary School.
Please note: You pay the tuition fees directly to the school in New Zealand.
School Fees New Zealand: Example Costs
The prices below are only indicative.
Avondale College in Auckland 6 Months (2 Terms)
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | NZ$9,750 |
| Administration Fee | NZ$1,250 |
| Accommodation Support Fee | NZ$500 |
| Homestay Fees (NZ$420/week × 26 weeks) | NZ$10,920 |
| Total (NZD) | NZ$22,420 |
Kerikeri High School School Fees 2026
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| 1 Term | NZ$5,000 |
| 2 Terms (1 Semester) | NZ$9,000 |
| 3 Terms | NZ$13,000 |
| 4 Terms (1 Year) | NZ$17,000 |
| General Administration Fee | NZ$1,350 |
| Homestay per Week | NZ$340 |
| Uniform, Stationery and Subject Fees (approx.) | NZ$600 |
Other Costs to Consider
| Item | Approximate Cost |
|---|---|
| School Uniform | NZ$450 |
| Books & Stationery | NZ$200 |
| School Trips | NZ$50–200 |
| Health Insurance | NZ$428 (6 months) |
| Flight | NZ$2,300 |
Students should also have a monthly pocket money so that they can spend their free time, use public transport, call each other or buy something. NZ $ 150 per week is reasonable by experience although in larger cities like Auckland or Christchurch, the costs may be slightly higher.
Allow around NZ $ 350 per week for board and lodging with a New Zealand host family. In addition, there are regular expenses for school books, work materials or trips to school.
Particularly noteworthy are the expenses for the compulsory foreign health insurance (OSHC - Overseas Student Health Cover) and any accident or liability insurance as well as the applicable visa fees.
We only pass on the official fees of the individual schools and do not charge any additional agency fees.
Your education advisor will send you an exact statement of costs!