Students will be able to join one of the more than 250 clubs, societies and sports teams at the University of Auckland Waipapa Taumata Rau. During the first week of the semester, the University will hold a Clubs Expo where you can look at all the different club offerings and find one that is right for you! Students can also enroll in the University of Auckland's Generation Changemaker program, which focuses on climate action and innovation and entrepreneurship. Additionally, The Study Abroad Students’ Society (also known as SASS) creates an inclusive community for returned, outgoing, and...

According to IES Abroad policy, you must have a working cell phone within a week of your arrival. Students are required to carry their cell phones at all times and be able to respond immediately in case of emergency. During on-site orientation, IES Abroad staff will provide you with more information about this policy and give you recommendations for local service providers. Students MUST have a local New Zealand mobile number to access certain services, such as clinic and counseling support. Therefore, it’s very important that you obtain a Kiwi cellphone number and plan while in New Zealand...

All mail should be sent to you at your assigned housing address in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland. Although you will receive your housing assignment prior to departure, it is important that friends and family wait until you have confirmed your complete mailing address on-site before sending anything to you by mail. A first-class letter will take about one week to get from the United States to Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland. IES Abroad is not responsible for returning packages and/or correspondence to you or to the sender if mail arrives for you after you have departed your IES Abroad program. Please...

Safety Abroad in Aotearoa New Zealand Visit the State Department's New Zealand Information page here for detailed information about safety abroad. Bicycle Safety in New Zealand In Aotearoa New Zealand, it is required by law to wear a helmet while riding a bicycle.

Diversity Abroad There are few places where most of the population comes from one national, religious, or ethnic group. At IES Abroad, our faculty, staff, and programs are committed to recognizing and acquainting students with the diversity that exists within Aotearoa New Zealand. IES Abroad students are continually provided with opportunities to explore the cultural richness of their host environment and learn about the economic, social, and political status of local populations. Here are a few resources that you might find useful: Diversity Commitment Navigating Diversity & Identity Abroad...

Estimated on-site expenses The below estimated expenses are listed in New Zealand dollars ($). Food & Drink Groceries per week, self-catered apartments $95 Average meal in a university dining facility $12 Breakfast at a restaurant $16 Lunch at a restaurant $20 Dinner at a restaurant $30 Soft drink $3 Coffee $5.50 Housing Toiletries per month $30 Social Activity & Entertainment Movie $22 (Tuesdays are cheaper: $10) Theater performance $25-100 Museum entry fee Free or up to $30 Fitness club membership per week $70 Dance club cover charge $10-20 Local Transportation Weekly local travel Up to $30...

Social Media Instagram: @iesabroadauckland YouTube: IES Abroad Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland playlist Learn from Past Students Read student blogs. Contact a past participant.