Shelly Deegan
International Engagement Manager, School of Veterinary Sciences USA & Canada
Based in: Columbus, Ohio
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
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
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