Congratulations on your Offer of Place at QRC.
We are delighted that you have chosen to study with us and are looking forward to having you here in Queenstown!
To receive a Confirmation of Place you are required to complete the following three steps:
STEP 1 – Submit your Acceptance of Place Form
STEP 2 – Pay your placement fee and accommodation bond – $700
- $500 Accommodation Bond – Fully refundable at the end of your accommodation contract (dependent on room check & all payments received) OR if application withdrawn at least 4 weeks prior to move in.
- $200 Accommodation Placement Fee – non-refundable
Bank: BNZ
Account Number: 02-0536-0305865-01
Account Payee: Public Trust – Student Fees
Reference: [Use your QRC student number found on your conditional offer eg QRC1234567 and include the QRC]
International Students Only: Swift: BKNZNZ22
If you do not know your NSN Number you can:
- Ask your school,
- Use the Ask Awhina Chatbot located on the bottom right of the NZQA website
- Or you can contact the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) on 0800 697 296 (between 8am and 5pm Monday to Friday) or by email through the NZQA website.
Once these steps have been completed, you will receive an email with your Confirmation of Place and a link to the arrival information.
Finance & Payments
| ROOM TYPE | WEEKLY ROOM COST |
|---|---|
| Twin Share: Shared room with ensuite & King Single Bed |
$319 |
| Single Standard 2: Single room with ensuite & King Single Bed |
$435 |
| Single Standard 1: Lake view, single room with ensuite and either Queen or Full King Size Bed. |
$465 |
IMPORTANT: Accommodation allocation and the first 5-weeks of rent is due 2-weeks before your move in date and you will be emailed an invoice. See payment options and dates below.
| QRC Lodge (Fernhill) Accommodation Payment: | |
|---|---|
| The first 5-weeks of rent is due 2-weeks before your move in date and you will be emailed an invoice. Account Name: PUBLIC TRUST / Queenstown Resort College Bank: BNZ Account Number: 02-0536-0305865 -01 Reference: [ Use your QRC student number ] International Students Only: Swift: BKNZNZ22 |
5-week lump sum = Twin share: $1,595 Single Standard 2: $2,175 Single Standard 1: $2,325 |
| After the first 5-weeks, payment is then due every 4-weeks in advance. Account Name: Queenstown Resort College Bank: ANZ Account Number: 06-0949-0254875 -000Reference: [use your QRC student number] |
4 weeks of rent = Twin share: $1,276 Single Standard 2: $1,740 Single Standard 1: $1,860 |
Period covered by QRC Lodge Accommodation Fees for 2026 are:
January Intake – Thursday, 8 January – Tuesday, 23 June
April Intake – Tuesday, 7 April – Tuesday, 22 September
July Intake – Thursday, 2 July – Tuesday, 22 December
October Intake – Thursday, 1st October – Tuesday, 23 March 2027
Please note – the accommodation package provided by QRC Lodge is for 6 months.
Please note that room allocation is subject to availability. Room allocation and subsequent accommodation invoices will be sent 2-weeks prior to course commencement.
You will get the opportunity to state your room preference on the Arrival Form which is a link in your Welcome Pack. Given the limited number of single rooms, your preference unfortunately is not guaranteed.
Your Welcome Pack will be emailed to you once you have received your Confirmation of Place.
| ADVENTURE TOURISM MANAGEMENT | HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Year 1 | $15,637 | $15,637 |
QRC’s tuition fees for 2026 are $15,637 per year. For students who are eligible for fees free in their second year, this is capped at $12,000 and therefore there is a shortfall of $3,637
You can pay your tuition fees by 2 options:
* Option 1 – Student loan through studylink
* Option 2 – Pay privately.
Option 1 – Student Loan
As a domestic student, you should be eligible for a student loan. You can apply for this through studylink’s website:
https://www.studylink.govt.nz/online-services/apply/first-time/index.html#null
Once your application has been approved by Studylink, payment of your tuition fees will be made directly to QRC
Option 2 – Pay privately
Alternatively you can pay the your tuition fees into the Public Trust account detail in the Payment Method tab.
Please use your student ID as the reference when making payment.
QRC uses a Public Trust Student Fee Protect service to manage tuition fees. Fee Protect safeguards the money paid by you to your education provider. Public Trust will make payments to QRC over the duration of your course, in line with NZQA’s Student Fee Protection Rules and the Education and Training Act.
Tuition fees and any lump sum accommodation fees (or greater than 4 weeks in advance) need to be paid to Public Trust. Other payments can be paid directly to QRC.
| TUITION & ACCOMMODATION FEES | DIRECT PAYMENTS TO QRC | |
|---|---|---|
| BANK ACCOUNT | Account Name: PUBLIC TRUST / Queenstown Resort College Bank: BNZ Account Number: 02-0536-0305865-01 Reference: [use your QRC student number] |
Account Name: Queenstown Resort College Bank: ANZ Account Number: 06-0949-0254875-000 Reference: [use your QRC student number] |
| Tuition fees and any lump sum accommodation fees (greater than 4-weeks) to be paid to the Public Trust account. | Any other payments can be paid directly to QRC |
Forms & Action Items
To accept your offer of place please submit your Acceptance of Place Form
If you have any concerns please email admissions to help: admissions@qrc.ac.nz
StudyLink may be able to help pay for your study through allowances and loans.
It is best to apply as early as you can to make sure you get everything sorted in time, including your payments.
StudyLink may be able to help with:
- compulsory course fees
- course-related costs (eg, books, laptop, etc)
- day-to-day living costs
- other costs (eg disability or childcare).
How much you can get depends on your age, income and course type.
Please visit the studylink webiste for more information – click here.
Applying can be done online if you have, or once you have set up a RealMe login.
You then need to complete the online form and send through the requested documentation. This normally includes certified copies as proof of your ID (i.e. passport), IRD number and bank statement.
Once StudyLink has your complete application they will confirm your enrolment details with us.
Find out all you need to know HERE
LOAN OR ALLOWANCE?
A Student Loan helps to pay for your course fees (the compulsory fees charged by your education provider), study materials (eg, books, computer, travel) and living costs, but you’ll have to pay it back.
A Student Allowance is a weekly payment that can help with your living expenses while you’re studying & which you do not have to pay back. Eligibility for a student allowance is means tested and will depend on your parent’s income if you have a relationship with them, even if they don’t give you any financial support.
ORIENTATION
Orientation consists of a designated Move in Day at the QRC Lodge (Halls of Residence) followed by a 2 Day on campus programme that provides you with all the information about your course, QRC facilities and procedures and information about living in Queenstown as a student. It is a great opportunity to get to know other students and meet the QRC staff. It is compulsory to attend Orientation – please check your Confirmation of Place for your Orientation date.
Approximately 5 weeks prior to you starting at QRC you will receive an email with a link to your welcome pack. This will contain specific information about the Orientation and your Accommodation.
UNIFORM
All Students are supplied with a uniform and this will be fitted during Orientation Week.
We highly recommend purchasing your shoes prior to arriving in Queenstown and bringing these to your scheduled uniform fitting session during orientation.
Uniforms are typically issued a week after your fitting session and please note you will be expected to dress in smart clothing while on campus until received. Please be sure to pack appropriate clothes to wear to college during orientation and your first weeks.
Once received, students are required to wear uniform Monday to Friday, while in class, traveling to and from QRC House, at official functions and excursions, as well as in front of house areas on campus.
Students must supply their own black socks and shoes It is also recommended that students bring extreme weather gear for outdoor activities.
Students will need to supply smart black shoes and either black socks or sheer natural or black stockings when opting for the skirt.
LAPTOP
- Laptop and Charger: (a Wi-Fi capable Microsoft Windows 10 or Apple macOS (Big Sur / Catalina) laptop, capable of running the latest version of the Microsoft Office suite.
- Students can purchase directly through PB Tech and enter the School Code BYODQRC for a discount.
- Detailed technical requirements can be found here: Student BYOD Recommendations). Studylink loans are available for course related costs.
| USEFUL QRC CONTACTS | ||
|---|---|---|
| RECEPTION | 03 409 0500 reception@qrc.ac.nz |
Reception can direct you to the person best suited to answer your questions or issues. They can provide general answers about study and campus life |
| ADMISSIONS | 03 441 0256 admissions@qrc.ac.nz |
Admissions are here to help you with moving your application through the enrolment process and the associated paperwork required. |
| ACCOUNTS | 03 441 0253 accounts@qrc.ac.nz |
You can direct all financial related queries through to accounts - they can help with tuition fees, deposits and accommodation payments. |
What's Next?
Once you have actioned the conditions outlined in your Offer of Place, paid the $700 deposit and accepted your place you will be emailed your Confirmation of Place. Approximately 6 weeks prior to your intake date you will be emailed a Welcome Pack which has information about the Orientation and also a link to the Arrival Form to select your accommodation.
