The University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau, has its main campus in the city centre, with its address listed at 34 Princes Street in the Auckland CBD. The university describes itself as New Zealand's top-ranked university, and it offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, research, scholarships, accommodation and student life.
Its Hiwa recreation and wellness centre has a pool, a gym and sports courts. On-campus accommodation is offered to international undergraduate and postgraduate students. Scholarships are open to international students starting in Semester One 2027. Student Disability Services supports students who need help during their studies.
For someone coming to study, the city centre location means lecture theatres, the library and the student facilities are a short walk from the rest of Auckland's central business district, and the university offers a wide range of programmes and subjects to suit different interests and goals.