Changes to Fees Free
The Government has advised they intend to change the Fees Free policy from 2025. This means our 2024 intakes may be the last chance to make the most of your first year free.
Fees Free tertiary education and training is a policy introduced in 2018 to expand participation in tertiary education and reduce student debt in New Zealand. It is targeted towards first-time learners.
If you are a first-time tertiary learner, you may be able to get up to $12,000 of your fees covered for one year’s study or two years’ training. If you are eligible, we’ll organise payment of your fees with the Tertiary Education Commission.
How do I check if I can get Fees Free study or training?
Click here and enter your National Student Number (NSN) to find out your eligibility status and if you need to take any next steps.
If you can’t remember your NSN, you can request it from NZQA here.
You’ll also need to check that the course or training programme you’re enrolling in is covered by Fees Free. Ask the organisation who runs it whether it is, or find the course and programme eligibility criteria on the Fees Free website.
What does Fees Free cover?
- Tuition fees, and;
- Compulsory course costs, and;
- Student services fees.
If you’re doing provider-based study, you may also be able to get a Student Loan to help with course related and living costs. For more information on Student Loans and Allowances visit Studylink.
If you have any further questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with our amazing Future Student Advisors to help.
