Semester in New Zealand

  New Zealand

• Auckland: 
Auckland
• Wellington: 
Wellington
• All Other Areas in New Zealand: 
Palmerston North

Term: Fall, Spring 
Dates: See website for updates

Description: Come to New Zealand for a unique blend of quality academics, amazing outdoor adventure opportunities, and the unique Kiwi way of life that you can't find anywhere else. New Zealand offers a wide variety of academic choices ranging from Agriculture, Anthropology, Arts, Aviation, Biochemistry, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Communication, Dance, Design, Ecology, Education, Engineering, English, Environmental Studies, Fashion Design, Food Technology, History, Journalism, Marketing, Mathematics, Music, Nursing, Politics, Psychology, Sociology, Tourism and Zoology. Learn about the unique mix of Maori and European history and culture by taking a cultural class or visiting a local museum. Befriend a kiwi (New Zealand natives) and get a taste of local culture. Take a walking tour of the world's largest kauri forest, see the world's smallest penguins at the Marlborough sounds, or hop a plane and visit nearby Australia or Fiji.

Highlights:
* Extreme bio-diversity in New Zealand
* Share an apartment with other students
* Take classes alongside Kiwis
* Earn up to 18 hours of U.S. credit
* Diverse range of classes available

"I had a wonderful time in New Zealand. I took a class on Maori Music that met in a Marae, which is an actual Maori meeting place. It is a very interesting culture." - Shaun Bennett

Housing:
Students will be housed in shared apartments or on-campus residence halls. Homestays are available upon request.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: USD 12,975

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to New Zealand Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

Scholarships are Available.

Application Process Involves:

• Transcript
• Written Application

International Education Programs's Mission Statement: International Education Programs (IEP) at Jacksonville University promotes global experiences by engaging students and faculty in study, internship and volunteer programs that will expose them to other countries, cultures, languages and people. International Education Programs (IEP) promotes cultural immersion through challenging study programs, relevant internship placements, and life-changing service learning opportunities in 19 different countries around the world. Our number one priority is to consistently offer the support services and resources that enable participants to immerse in the local culture, contribute to the local community, and learn more about themselves and the world through their travel experiences. IEP programs cater to individual needs based on desired length of stay, language competency, location, and academic discipline.

Year Founded: 2000