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.

QRC’s tuition fees for 2024 are $13,917 per year.  For students who are eligible for fees free, this is capped at $12,000 and therefore there is a shortfall of $1,917.

For students who applied prior to the 1st November 2023 for enrolment in 2024,  the tuition fees are $13,538.  For students who are eligible for fees free, this is capped at $12,ooo and therefore there is a shortfall of $1,538.

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.

To accept your offer of place please submit your Acceptance of Place Form

PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE RETURNED YOUR FORM WITHIN 14 DAYS OF RECEIVING YOUR CONDITIONAL OFFER LETTER. If you have any concerns please email admissions to help: admissions@qrc.ac.nz

Fees Free is targeted at first-time learners.

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.

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.