Universities in New Zealand

Discover 8 world-class universities in New Zealand featuring in the QS World Rankings 2026. From top-ranked institutions to specialized programs, find your perfect academic opportunity.

8

Total Universities

#65

Highest QS Rank

51.0

Average QS Score

1

Top 100 Global

Top Universities in New Zealand

#65

The University of Auckland

QS Score: 77.5

Size: XL

Focus: FC

Research: VH

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#197

University of Otago

QS Score: 55.8

Size: L

Focus: FC

Research: VH

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#230

Massey University

QS Score: 52.9

Size: M

Focus: CO

Research: VH

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#240

Victoria University of Wellington

QS Score: 51.3

Size: L

Focus: CO

Research: VH

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#261

University of Canterbury

QS Score: 49.4

Size: L

Focus: CO

Research: VH

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#281

University of Waikato

QS Score: 47.3

Size: M

Focus: CO

Research: VH

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#407

Lincoln University

QS Score: 37.0

Size: S

Focus: SP

Research: VH

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#410

Auckland University of Technology

QS Score: 36.7

Size: L

Focus: CO

Research: VH

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