Individualized Study Abroad with Arcadia Abroad at Victoria University

Type: IndividualizedLocation: New ZealandMajor: Graphic DesignMajor: FilmMajor: Interaction DesignMajor: Product DesignMajor: IllustrationMinor: DesignmattersTerm: FallTerm: Spring
Written By Independent/Self-Study

Wellington, NEW ZEALAND • Fall or Spring

APPLICATION DEADLINES: For Fall Term is March 15, for Spring Term is October 15

What is an Individualized Study Abroad Program?
This external program type allows you to study abroad and transfer credit to ArtCenter to fulfill major and/or H&S requirements with approval. You may also use state/federal aid if you are eligible through FAFSA.

What is Victoria University of Wellington?
Victoria University of Wellington offers an immersive semester in Wellington, New Zealand's capital city. Students apply to Victoria University and study there for a semester while earning transfer credit toward their ArtCenter degree.

How to Apply
Step 1 — Submit application to ArtCenter Global Programs portal
Step 2 — Once approved by Global Programs, apply directly to study abroad program
Step 3 — Forward your study abroad program acceptance notification to Global Programs

For a detailed breakdown of the full process, visit this page.

Application Timelines
Submit ArtCenter Global Programs application by:

  • February 1 — Summer or Fall term abroad

  • September 1 — Spring term abroad

Study abroad program deadlines vary but are typically due one term prior to your term abroad. Check your program for exact deadlines.

Global Program Application Portal

Academics

Majors

Film • Graphic Design • Illustration (Design, Entertainment Arts + Surface Design) • Interaction Design • Photography • Product Design • Designmatters Minor • other majors may be eligible

Credit

  • Transfer up to 15 credits to ArtCenter

  • Students seeking transfer credit must complete ArtCenter's Individualized Study Abroad Authorization process.

Schedule:

  • Fall Term: End of June – Early November (Spring term in New Zealand)

  • Spring Term: Mid February – Late June (Fall term in New Zealand)

ELIGIBILITY

• Have completed at least three undergraduate terms 
• Have at least one term remaining at ArtCenter after returning
• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Not be on academic or disciplinary probation at the time of application
• Not have previously participated in an individualized program

If you are not sure if you meet all the minimum eligibility requirements, you are still welcome to apply.

COST

Administrative fee
Pay a $250 fee to ArtCenter’s Global Program Office to confirm your participation.

Tuition
Participants in Arcadia Abroad programs pay all tuition and program fees directly to Arcadia Abroad. Please follow this link for a full breakdown of these fees and what they cover. No ArtCenter tuition will be due for this program.

Additional estimated expenses to consider
• Round-trip international airfare: up to $1,500
• Passport: $135
• Visa (if required)
• Daily living expenses (meals, cellphone charges, toiletries, etc.): $50–$60 per day, varies by location and personal budget

Financial Aid
• You may use eligible state and federal financial aid if you complete ArtCenter’s Individualized Study Abroad Authorization process.
• ArtCenter institutional scholarships and grants are not available for this program.
• Additional scholarships may be available from outside sources artcenterstudyaway.com/pay-for-study-away

Housing

Victoria University of Wellington provides two fully furnished single-room housing options, both with wifi access.

  • Everton Hall — Dorm-style housing within walking distance of the main Kelburn campus and downtown Wellington. With nearly 200 students, mostly local New Zealanders, Everton is ideal for students who want to live alongside Kiwi students. Each flat has three or four single rooms with a communal kitchen, bathroom, and living area, plus access to a common room with table tennis, a pool table, and video game consoles.

  • Kelburn Flats — Fully furnished houses dotted around the Kelburn campus, with a large international student population and a Kiwi Resident Assistant in most houses. Staff runs events throughout the semester including sporting events, crafts, and other social activities.

For additional details on how Arcadia manages housing for the New Zealand program, visit this page.

About The Program

Victoria University of Wellington offers a Bachelor of Design Innovation (BDI) program focused on preparing students for careers in design-related industries. Studio classes and seminars encourage an experimental approach to design, pushing the limits of creative and thoughtful design solutions. The university also offers unique courses examining the historical and cultural background of the Māori and other indigenous peoples of Pacific Island societies.

Learn More

  • Lonely Planet calls Wellington “the coolest little capitol in the world,” an ideal location for study away. The city is the geographic, political, and cultural heart of New Zealand. Wellington is home to the New Zealand Government, as well as the national arts institutions, filmmaking industry, and more web-based and digital technology companies than anywhere else in the country.

    You will discover a city that is bursting with life and creativity, fun activities, and opportunities for adventure. Not only that, it is an incredibly diverse city with over 25% of the population born overseas. The city is frequently compared to San Francisco and boasts a host of cafes, restaurants, parks, independent theaters, art galleries and easy access to exploring the rest of New Zealand. You’ll find a great quality of life, a strong global outlook, and a study experience to remember in this beautiful harbor city. Discover more about what this unique city has to offer here.

Fall And Spring Semester Courses

The links below represent a sampling of courses available. Students may take a combination of studio and H&S requirements for a total of 14-16 US credits. Please consult with Arcadia Abroad to verify the full roster of courses available for the term you would like to be abroad. You can also search for available sections here (be sure they are under the Faculty (aka Department) of Design Innovation if you want studio credits.

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