Best Countries for International Students in Oceania (Under $2,000/month, 2026)

New Zealand ranks #1 for international students in Oceania with a budget of under $2,000/month, scoring 77/100 on a persona-weighted composite of the metrics that matter most for this lifestyle.

2 countries ranked

Country rankings

#1🇳🇿

New Zealand

Score: 77/100
Visa Accessibility
89
Cost of Living
51
Language Requirement
40
View New Zealand guideAustralia vs New Zealand
#2🇦🇺

Australia

Score: 71/100
Visa Accessibility
89
Cost of Living
34
Language Requirement
40
View Australia guideAustralia vs New Zealand

How we rank

Countries ranked by weighted composite score factoring visa accessibility, cost of living, salary potential, expat satisfaction, language requirements, and path to residency. Weights vary by persona.

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