AIRR-NA Member Institution

Massey University

Auckland, Palmerston North & Wellington, New Zealand

Institution at a Glance

Year founded
1928
Institution type
Public International University
Campus setting
Suburban
Population category
Large (15,000–29,999 students)
Degree levels
Postgraduate, Undergraduate
Undergraduate length
3-year

About the Institution

Massey University, established in 1927, is one of New Zealand’s leading educational institutions. A Government-funded university, with a proud 90-year tradition of academic excellence and a strong national and international reputation. Massey University is an important part of New Zealand’s tertiary education system.

With campuses in Albany (Auckland), Manawatū (Palmerston North) and Wellington, Massey caters for nearly 30,000 domestic and international students. Programmes offered are available at postgraduate, undergraduate, diplomas or certificate level. Massey University is the #1 Ranked Vet School in the Southern Hemisphere (2024 QS Rankings).

North American Representatives

Shelly Deegan

International Engagement Manager, School of Veterinary Sciences USA & Canada

Based in: Columbus, Ohio

Academics and Programs

Undergraduate study

Veterinary Sciences
Agriculture
Communication & Media Studies
Art & Design

Postgraduate study

Veterinary Sciences
Agriculture & Forestry
Food Technology
Art & Design
Communication & Media Studies

Areas represented: Agriculture, Business, Creative Arts, Veterinary Science

Admissions and Applications

Application type

Direct

Entry requirements

USA
High School Diploma from an accredited high school with a minimum GPA of 2.5 (out of 4).
Canada - General
High School graduation (Grade 12 Certificate) with an average achievement of 60% across six subjects, including English – as a minimum level of achievement.
Canada - Ontario
Secondary Diploma with a minimum average 65% in Grade 12. Higher levels of achievement will be needed for limited entry qualifications (such as Aviation).
Canada - Quebec
First year of CEGEP with 60% across six subjects including English. Students with the full two years of CEGEP with 60% across six subjects including English can be considered for admission plus credit.

How to apply

www.massey.ac.nz
Apply direct online, no application fee

Standardized testing

Test Optional

Email admissions

Costs, Scholarships, and Funding

Tuition and fees

$19,000 - $45,000 (varies by subject)

Estimated cost of living

$15,000

Information for Counselors

One degree, to note in particular, is our Bachelor of Veterinary Sciences, which is equivalent to a DVM in North America. High achieving students students can enter this direct from high school and become qualified as a veterinarian with the ability to work in the USA, Canada, UK, Australia, NZ, Singapore etc in as little as 4.5 years. This is often a considerable savings of time and tuition. Contact Massey to speak to a specialist vet admissions officer. You can find out more information https://www.massey.ac.nz/bvsc