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Does New Zealand offer good return on investment for the tuition fees and living expenses for a Master's?

18 Jul 2026 · Answered by Abhishek Mehta · 1 min read
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Yes, New Zealand typically offers a good return on investment (ROI) for master's students.

- Tuition fees: NZD 26,000 - 55,000/year, depending on the course and university.
- Living expenses: NZD 20,000 - 25,000/year in major cities; can be lower in smaller cities.
- Post-graduation salary: Average NZD 76,000/year for master’s graduates, with potential to rise to NZD 93,000 within five years. Engineering and IT fields may offer even higher salaries.

Given a total two-year investment of NZD 80,000 - 110,000, most graduates can recover their costs within a few years of working in New Zealand. Figures are typical and subject to change.

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