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University of Otago Admission 2022, Deadlines, Application Process & Admission Requirements

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University of Otago Admission 2022

Programs and Student Population: University of Otago offers admission to more than 200 programs in bacelors, masters, and specialized programs. The university is highly regarded as one of the best institutes offering full-time MBA in New Zealand to the international students.
Student Enrollment: At present, over 21,700 students pursue higher education at University of Otago. Presently University of Otago Campus is home to over 3,000 international students including 150 Indians.
Admission Deadlines: The application deadline for an yearly session is on October 31 of the previous year. Online applications can be made on eVision, or via the official portal of the university.
Admission Requirements: For Indian applicants to be admitted, an overall average of 75% in CBSE or CISCE, with a minimum of 70% in English, is required along with a UG degree along with three years of professional experience in Management. A GMAT Score of 550+ is compulsory for applicants to get admission to the MBA program. The admission team also asks for Educational Credential Evaluators Report, scores of exams to study in New Zealand, and CV. As proof of proficiency in the English language, one can share an IELTS score of 6.0 and 6.5 or equivalents for UG and PG, respectively.

Table of Contents

University of Otago Highlights
University of Otago Programs
University of Otago Application Deadlines
University of Otago MBA Admissions
University of Otago UG Admissions
5.1 Admissions Requirements
5.2 English Language Proficiency
5.3 Visa Process
University of Otago PG Admissions
6.1 Popular PG Courses
FAQs

Highlights

Application Portal	University Online Portal
Application Fee	None
Application Deadline for International Students	October 31
Intake Sessions	Semester wise
Financial Aid	Scholarships
Work Experience	Required for some courses
International Students	3000+
Tests Accepted	GMAT/IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/CAE/CPE
Programs	200+
Admission Helpline	Email:careers@otago.ac.nz Tel: +64 (3) 479 8244

University of Otago Programs

Programs	Fee (USD)	Entry Requirements
Master of Business [M.Bus] Data Science	19,322	B+ average in an appropriate undergraduate degree
Master Finance	28,934	Graduate in mathematically-oriented degree with grade of B+
Master of Business Administration [M.B.A]	30,750	Undergraduate degree Minimum of 3 years of experience GMAT Score- 550+ IELTS Score- 6.5 or equivalent
Master Economics	28,934	Graduate with Economics with a grade of B+
Master Business Data Science	29,995	B+ average in an appropriate undergraduate degree

University of Otago Application Deadlines

University of Otago also has some admission deadlines that all applicants must adhere to. The university does not accept any late applications. Candidates are advised to apply few months in advance before the deadlines of New Zealand Universities.

Applications	Deadlines
International student applications close for study beginning at the start of the following academic year (UG & PG)	October 31
International Student Study Abroad applications close for study beginning at the start of the following academic year (UG)	December 1
New, recommencing and returning students applying for Summer School or first semester to the Entry Pathway system (UG)	December 10
Most honors, masters' degrees, postgraduate diplomas, and certificates for study beginning at the start of the following academic year Most	December 10

University of Otago MBA Admissions

Master of Business Administration degree at Otago, is an intensive program consisting of two phases. Phase One comprises ten months of on-campus study of core papers, followed by a highly flexible Phase Two of on-campus elective. Below are the details of the admission process and mandatory requirements one needs to fulfill.

Elements	Details
Start date	March
Deadlines	Rolling
Decision Time	One Month
Requirements	Bachelor degree 3 years experience in Management GMAT score- 550+ or equivalent Otago MBA Exam Score IELTS Score- 6.5 or equivalent
Duration	Full-time: 20 months Part-time: 36 months

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University of Otago Undergraduate Admissions

University of Otago offers a number of undergraduate courses in different fields to study in New Zealand. The basic requirements for all the courses are the same. However, there are some specific requirements that differ with the course as well. Applicants are required to meet all the admission requirements and complete their admission applications on time so that they can also apply for a student visa.

Where to Apply: University Online Portal
Application Fee: NA

Admission Requirements

Secondary school qualification or High school diploma or equivalent
Transcripts of all academic institutions attended previously.
LOR
ELP score
ECE report
A letter of intent (specific courses)
Portfolio (specific courses)
Resume (specific courses)
Some programs also consider interviewing candidates before admitting them.

English Proficiency Requirements for International Students

All the international applicants not having English as their first language or a degree from an institute where the primary language is English are required to prove English proficiency by submitting one of the scores tabulated below.

Tests	UG	PG
TOEFL- iBT	80	95
TOEFL- PBT	550	587
IELTS	6.0	6.5
PTE	58	64
CAE/CPE	176	176

Visa Process for International Students

After being granted admission to the university, the international students will be required to apply for a New Zealand student visa. The students can apply online or through the paper application to Immigration New Zealand.

An acceptance letter from a recognized educational institution
Evidence that you have sufficient funds to cover your tuition costs
Your passport and a passport-style photo that is appropriate (s)
Proof of funds: 15,000 NZD a year to offset the living costs
A copy of your return flight ticket, or evidence that you have sufficient funds to purchase one.
If you're under the age of 18, you'll be guaranteed a place to stay.
The fees of your visa application
A medical certificate and chest x-ray, as well as a police certificate, may be needed.

University of Otago Graduate Admissions

University of Otago offers post-graduate research programs in a number of fields like Business, Humanities, Health Sciences, and Sciences. Candidates can apply online via the university portal. The university does not charge any application fees. Graduate programs at the University of Otago have specific admission requirements which are mentioned below:

Where to Apply: University Online Portal
Application Fee: NA

Admission Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject
Resume
GMAT score
Work experience
Portfolio
Essay
SOP
LOR

Courses	Academic Requirements
Masters of Arts Philosophy (Coursework)	Research proposal
Master of Law (LLM)	UG Degree in Law
Master of Tourism	UG with three years of tertiary study in tourism or related field with an average grade of at least B (70%)
Master of Marketing	UG with a grade of B+ at level-300 or equivalent alternative qualifications or experience (acceptable by pro-chancellor) + except applicants with honors or PG diploma degree in Marketing
Master of Economics	UG honors in economics with a B+ grade for a 300-level program

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The university has a diverse student base. There are several additional requirements for international students along with the general requirements which are the same as the domestic applicants. International students are advised to contact the International Office of University of Otago in case of any query.

FAQs

Ques. Is Otago a good university?

Ans. The University of Otago is ranked in the top 1% of universities in the world and has the highest possible rating of 5 Stars Plus in the QS global university performance ratings.

Ques. Is Otago University free?

Ans. If students meet the eligibility criteria, the New Zealand Government will pay up to NZD 12,000 to cover tuition fees and student services fees for one year of full-time study.

Ques. What can you study at Otago University?

Ans. Bachelor of Applied Science (BAppSc), Bachelor of Arts (BA). Bachelor of Arts and Science (BASc) and other master’s programs.

Ques. How do I apply for medicine in Otago?

Ans. Online application portal at the official website of Otago.

Ques. How can I tell whether my applications have been submitted?

Ans. To confirm that you have submitted an application, you will receive an alert in your eVision portal.

Ques. Will my application get timed out?

Ans. Because eVision has a time-out feature, it is best to put the statements into a separate document and then paste them into the program. When the timer runs out, an alert will appear on the screen.

Ques. Can I apply for several entry scholarships?

Ans. You will not be needed to apply for specific scholarships while applying for entrance scholarships. Instead, you will be given a series of questions that will be used to narrow down the greatest scholarship match for you.

Ques. I graduated from high school some years ago. Is it possible for me to apply?

Ans. Yes, as long as you satisfy the entry requirements.

Ques. Is there an income restriction for individuals who qualify for admission scholarships due to financial hardship?

Ans. There is no financial limit for students who want to be considered for scholarships.