Is the University of Waikato public or private?

Minimum scores required at the UG and PG courses of Waikato University vary. Given below is the range of scores accepted at the Uni of Waikato-

• IELTS: 6.0 - 6.5
• TOEFL iBT: 80 - 90
• PTE: 46 - 56
• Duolingo: 105 - 120

Indian students can apply to Waikato Uni via the direct university portal / educational agent. Those who want to take admission to the UG courses of this university should have passed Class 12 with an average of 75% over the best of 4 subjects. For admission to the Master's degree, students must hav

Waikato Uni ranks at #722 in the Best Global Universities category in 2025. Also, it ranks at #34 position in the Best Global Universities in New Zealand. Some of the subject rankings are -

• Economics and Business: #177
• Social Sciences and Public Health: #359

Famous personalities who have studied at the Uni of Waikato are-

• Jacinda Ardern (Political Activist)
• Stephen Donald (Rugby Union Player)
• Warren Gatland (New Zealand Former Rugby Union Player)
• Todd Muller (Former Politician)
• Mark Wilson (New Zealand Politician)

The Uni of Waikato ranks among the Top 300 Universities in the world for 2026. Also, this university ranks at #1 for research. This university also offers International Buddy Programme, which help transition into New Zealand life. Waikato Uni offers scholarships for international students.