International students


Programme for International Students
International students are welcome in the school. Special support is available in the development of English Language Skills. The school has a number of programmes to prepare international students for universities, polytechnics and future careers.

Fees
Annual fees for international students are NZ $14,000 (plus GST) payable in advance. This covers course costs and text books. Items not included in the annual fee are: uniforms, stationary, field trips and extracurricular activities such as sports fees and trips.

Applications
Prospectus, enrolment forms and procedure details are available from the school on request. Please address all correspondence to the Director of International Students, Marist College 31 Alberton Avenue, Mt Albert, Auckland 1025.

Environment
The school is situated in Mount Albert, a central suburb of Auckland, about 10 minutes west of the Central Business District. It is within walking distance of UNITEC and AIS (Auckland Institute of Studies).

Special Character
Marist College is a Catholic secondary school for girls. It was founded in 1928 and was integrated into the state system in 1981. It has a roll of about 750. The College's mission statement is to "provide excellence in academic education founded on living Catholic values and the sprit of Mary".

Courses Available
Marist College prepares all students for Tertiary education. The College offers a wide range of subjects. Besides traditional academic subjects of English, Languages (Maori, French and Mandarin), Mathematics, Commerce (Economics and Accounting), Social Science (History, Classical Studies and Geography), Music, Art, and Science (Chemistry, Biology and Physics), the school offers courses in Computer Studies, Fabric Technology, Text Management, Photography, Communications, Anatomy and Physiology, Physical Education and a number of Bridging and Transition courses run in liaison with various polytechnics and other educational providers. Religious Studies are taken at every level.

Facilities
The College is well resourced with 30 attractive classrooms, gymnasium, Science laboratories and newly completed Library, Art/Photography and Music block.

Extra Curricular Programme
Girls at the College are encouraged to take part in a wide variety of extra curricular activities. Sports include Aerobics, Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Cricket, Gymnastics, Hockey, Kilikiti, Netball, Orienteering, Skiing, Softball, Table Tennis, Trampolining, Triathlon, Touch Rugby, Volleyball. Cultural activities include Debating, Drama, Choir, Orchestra, Singing, Samoan and Tongan Cultural groups, Indian Group and various service groups operate in the College.

Climate
Temperate climate. Mild winter and long summer.

Location
Situated in Mount Albert, a central suburb of Auckland, about 10 minutes west of the Central Business District.

Type of School

  • Girls
  • Catholic Secondary School

Years of Entry
Pre-University

Size

  • Student roll: 750

Recreation
A wide variety of sports and cultural activities.

Academic Year
The academic year begins end of January.

English Language Proficiency
Special support is available in the development of English Language Skills.


Click here to download an enrolment form.

Note: We apologise, but this enrolment form is only available in English.