About Fees Free, Mō te Ako Kore Utu
Updated 06 Oct 2025
Thinking about doing tertiary education? You may be eligible for Fees Free.
What is Fees Free?He aha te Ako Kore Utu?,
Fees Free covers the cost of your fees for the final year of study or final two years of work-based learning – up to $12,000.
To get Fees Free, you must meet certain eligibility requirements, and your course, qualification or programme must also be eligible.
Starting tertiary study or training for the first time?He tīmatanga tuatahinga māu te ako, te whakangungu rānei i te mātauranga matua?,
You may be able to get Fees Free for your final year of study or final two years of work-based learning, after you complete your course, qualification or programme.
When you enrol in your final year of study you will need to pay your fees. To help you cover this cost, you may wish to apply for a student loan.
How to get a student loan – StudyLink
Read about the eligibility requirements and when it’s best to apply for Fees Free.