Study Abroad in Wellington, New Zealand

Study abroad in Wellington, perched on the southern coast of New Zealand’s North Island, the city effortlessly bridges the two islands while also blending the city’s artsy side with its role as capital. The epitome of relaxed, “Welly” is home to hip bars, funky galleries, and a plethora of bohemian cafés ideal for the study abroad student. Steep hills dotted with Victorian houses dramatically rise from the sparkling harbor as playful winds swirl through the streets. We dare you not to be swept away by the charms and energy of this idyllic city when you study abroad for a semester or year.

Wellington Program Highlights

Select from two universities to study abroad in New Zealand’s capital which offer a comprehensive array of courses
Take advantage of our pre-semester trip to the beautiful islands of Fiji
Experience living with local and other international students in university housing
Take advantage of our mid-semester trip options to New Zealand’s adventure-packed South Island or the culture and beaches of Thailand
Live and study in Wellington – an artsy college town that just happens to be the capital of the country and is perfectly located to explore the North and South Islands
Feel the adrenaline rush during our Orientation Program where you are exposed not only to local culture but to New Zealand’s love of extreme sports

Don't Leave Wellington Without...

Savoring your Saturday morning finds from the Harbourside Market where cheeses, flowers and fresh fruits abound
Enjoying a bird's-eye view of your new home from the comfort of Wellington's iconic cable car
Spending a weekend swimming along Kapiti Coast's white sand beaches and marveling at it's dramatic vistas
Trying your hand at two popular active pursuits, mountain biking and winsurfing
Uncovering Maori and New Zealand history in Wellington's most renowned museum. Te Papa
Taking the ferry across to the top of the South Island to hike and kayak your way around Abel Tasman National Park, then tasting the world renowned sauvignon blancs of the Marlborough region

Student Review

"Wellington is not only the political capital, but the creative capital of New Zealand. It is the perfect city on the coast and its size is big enough to always see something new, but small enough to know it like the back of your hand in two months. “Welly” also boasts the best nightlife in NZ. No other city comes close, but Queenstown comes second. And the location also makes weekend trips easy. The ferry to go to the South Island is a 10-minute walk from my accommodation and there are plenty of buses going up north for trips. Being here and hearing how other study abroad programs function and what they provide, The Education Abroad Network (TEAN) is the best one. People have told me that we are lucky to have a good study abroad program because everything is taken care of. The help us out with everything, from providing awesome pre-semester and semester break excursions, to the little things like paying for my electricity bills which is a HUGE convenience! Also, the Orientation program was so much fun, being in a different city, getting a good introduction to New Zealand, and meeting some awesome people."
Karl Reiter, Purdue University