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International Student Enrolment Process:

Wakatipu High School (WHS) welcomes your online application to study as an international student. Our international students represent a wide range of nationalities, and comprise approximately 3% of the school's annual roll. Wakatipu High School accepts international students to study for a minimum of two terms, starting in either Term 1 or in Term 3. We highly recommend reading our prospectus to learn more about our school and what we offer.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in studying at Wakatipu High School as an international student, please follow these steps:

1. Complete online enrolment via 'Enrol Now' link below
2. Application assessed by school
3. Attend an online interview*
4. If conditions are met, you'll receive a conditional Offer of Place
5. Start your visa application
6. Pay fees - for more details about fees, click here.
7. Receive Unconditional Offer of Place

Expectations During Your Studies:

As an international student at Wakatipu High School, you will be expected to fully participate in all your chosen subjects. This includes completing all assignments and sitting any tests or exams that are part of the regular curriculum, regardless of the length of your study period. This ensures that both you and your teachers are fully involved in making your experience studying abroad as successful as possible.

About Our Qualifications:

Wakatipu High School offers the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA), which is the official national secondary school qualification in New Zealand, administered by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA). Your NCEA test grades will be formally marked and submitted to NZQA. 

2025 Term Dates

Term 1: Monday 27 January to Friday 11 April
Term 2: ​Monday 28 April to Friday 27 June
Term 3: Monday 14 July to Friday 19 September
Term 4: Monday 06 October to Tuesday 09 December

2026 Term Dates

Term 1: Monday 26 January to Thursday 02 April
Term 2: ​Monday 20 April to Friday 03 July
Term 3: Monday 20 July to Friday 25 September
Term 4: Monday 12 October to Thursday 10 December

Learn More

Questions: If you have any questions before completing the online application form, please contact us using the 'Enquire Now' link below.

 

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