Homestay accommodation , Ngā nōhanga kāinga

Living with local hosts in their home is a great way to familiarise yourself with your new country or city and adjust to university life in a supportive, safe environment, making it a home away from home.

For domestic students a supportive homestay can help make the many changes that come from moving to university feel less daunting, and for international students it provides a total immersion experience that is a unique introduction to New Zealand life, culture and the English language. You can listen and speak English in a safe and trusted environment that will help you to develop your English language skills.

As a homestay student at Massey, you will be matched and placed with a homestay family by our homestay team. We will work to find the best fit for you and the family you will live with. Apply for your homestay at least 1 month before you arrive for your study to ensure we can organise your homestay on time.

Find out about staying in homestay accommodation

Becoming a homestay host

Many New Zealand homes are host to homestay students, providing a safe and welcoming environment for students at Massey University's campuses.

Find out about becoming a homestay host in Auckland or Palmerston North

Wellington Campus

Our Wellington Campus doesn’t have its own homestay service, but you can make a private arrangement through Host Families New Zealand. For more information and to apply for homestay, please contact Host Families New Zealand.