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College Info
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- Type
- private
Official website
www.lincoln.ac.nzNew ZealandQS #5 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete★ Universities New Zealand
Lincoln University
Lincoln University is a public university located in Lincoln, Canterbury, New Zealand, about 22 km southwest of Christchurch. It is New Zealand's specialist land-based university, with strong focuses on agriculture, horticulture, viticulture, environmental science, food, and business. The institution traces its origins to the School of Agriculture established in 1878 and became an independent university in 1990. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs and is known for its research in land, food, and ecosystems.
Key Facts
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Outlook #120 · 2023QS World #150 · 2023US News #180 · 2023Times Higher Education #200 · 2023NIRF #5 · 2022Shanghai #100 · 2022
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Rural, 58 hectares (143 acres), near Christchurch
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseIntimate Community
10/10
Diversity
7/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
9/10
Social scene
Weather: Mild, rainy winters
Living costs: High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
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Career Outcomes
$100 avg starting salary
82% placement rate
Top Recruiters
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Student Life
3,000 students (2,000 international)
Campus: Rural, 58 hectares (143 acres), near Christchurch
Climate: Mild, rainy winters
High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
LibrarySports and Recreation CentreResearch LabsStudent AccommodationCafeterias and Food Outlets
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 60%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Check program pages 9–12 months before your target intake
Common mistakes to avoid
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 60%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.0
💡Typical apply window for New Zealand: Check program pages 9–12 months before your target intake