DOMESTIC FEES & PAYMENTS
Domestic Fees 2026
Fees are published for each course following advice from the New Zealand Government as to the level of EFTS funding available each year, and are correct at the time of publication, but may be subject to change. Click here for all discipline Fee’s.
ADDITIONAL ADMINISTRATION FEES
These fees only apply to issuing replacements or reprints; the originals are issued at no charge.
- Student ID Card – $10.00 NZD
- Door Access Card – $20.00 NZD
- Final Academic Transcript – $10.00 NZD
- Testamur (Degree or Diploma) – $25.00 NZD
FEES PROTECTION
Student fee protection information: Upon enrolment in the programme, SAE Institute undertakes to provide appropriate student fee protection mechanisms according to the requirements of the NZQA. All fees are held by an independent trustee, pursuant to Section 235A and 235B of the Education Act 1989. This arrangement has been accepted by the NZQA as meeting the requirements of the Education Act 1989 and the Student Fee Protection Rules 2013.
Any remaining portion of tuition fees paid by the student shall be reimbursed in the unlikely case of failure of the Institute to provide tuition due to financial insolvency or regulatory closure.
The student agrees to pay tuition fees regularly and by the due dates. Late payment of fees may result in cancellation of enrolment.
The administration fee is non-refundable.
If the Student advises SAE Institute in writing of their intention not to commence the programme prior to the eighth calendar day for domestic students, or prior to the tenth working day for international students, from the date of commencement, their enrolment will be cancelled. Any advance programme fee payments will be refunded by the Institute less the administration fee of $500 (pursuant to Section 235A and 235B of the Education Act 1989). All refund payments are issued by the trustee.
Tuition fees will not be refunded after the eighth calendar day for domestic students, or tenth working day for international students, following the commencement of the programme.
If a student chooses to withdraw from the programme they attending, the student is liable for any tuition fees outstanding at time of withdrawal. SAE Institute is entitled to recover from the student all legal and other costs incurred by SAE Institute arising from the collection of outstanding tuition fees.
Student withdrawals are to be submitted only in writing. An exit interview will be required. Non-attendance of classes does not constitute withdrawal from the programme.
If a student’s conduct is deemed to be unsuitable to attend SAE Institute, SAE Institute reserves the right to expel the student. All tuition fees are due at the time of expulsion.
If a student’s attendance is deemed to be repeatedly erratic or unsatisfactory or does not meet the requirements of the programme, SAE Institute reserves the right to cancel the student’s enrolment.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Starting tertiary study or work-based learning for the first time? You may be able to get Fees Free after you complete your first eligible qualification or programme.
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.
When you enrol, you will need to pay your fees. To help you cover this cost, you may wish to apply for a student loan. Find out more at Student loan – StudyLink.
For more information on eligibility requirements and when to apply for Fees Free, visit Fees Free – Inland Revenue.
New Zealand Citizens and Permanent Residents who have held that status for 3 years or more are able to apply for a Student Loan to cover tuition fees for NZQA accredited courses. More information can be found on the StudyLink website.
When applying for a SAE course, you will also be sent a StudyLink information pack.
More info regarding applying for StudyLink can be found HERE
All bachelor students may pay for each year of a degree programme separately.
All fees must be paid in full prior to programme commencement. You will receive instructions for paying fees during the enrolment process.
