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- Hamilton, New Zealand
- Fall or spring semester
- Sophomore and above
- Transfer credit
- Dorms, apartments
- No language prerequisite
- Sponsored by University of Minnesota — Duluth
Description
The University of Waikato, located in Hamilton, New Zealand, is a premier university established in 1964, widely regarded as progressive and innovative. The university has over 14,000 students, including over 2,000 international students and about 2,500 M?ori students.
Curriculum
Classes at Waikato are referred to as “papers" and are measured by a system of points. Translating from points at Waikato to UMD credits, 20 points = 5 credits, 15 points = 4 credits, and 10 points = 3 credits. Students are limited to a maximum of 60 points per semester.
To view the most up-to-date course offerings, please navigate to view papers through Waikato's Catalogue of Papers at the University of Waikato website.
Eligibility & Application
Open to University of Minnesota sophomores
and above with 2.5 GPA.
Academic Fit with a University of Minnesota Degree Plan
With good academic planning this program can fit well into
the degree plans for many majors. Search for courses that fulfill Liberal Education
Requirements or submit a course you want to take for review.
Study Abroad
in Your Major advising sheets explain why study abroad is important for a
major, indicate what the department wants students to consider when selecting
a program, and provide academic planning hints. This program may appear as a special
recommendation on an advising sheet. If your major is not listed, talk to an adviser—this
program may still fit your academic, career, and professional goals.
Estimated Cost
Students from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities participating on University of Minnesota Duluth programs are charged a program fee. The fee for this program can be used to assist in estimating cost and is available by contacting the University of Minnesota, Duluth International Education. In most cases, airfare, field trips, meals, and personal expenses are additional. See Financial Planning to find resources on comparing costs.
Financial
Aid & Scholarships
Most financial
aid may be applied to study abroad. In addition, University of Minnesota students
are eligible for more than $500,000 in study
abroad scholarships. Visit the financial
resources web page for additional information on using financial aid and scholarships
for study abroad.
Program Contact
For further information or questions about studying
abroad as a University of Minnesota student, please call 612.626.9000 or 888.700.8636,
email UMabroad@umn.edu or visit our online
staff directory.
For specific program questions, contact the program directly.
More Information
Last modified on February 23, 2009 |