As New Zealand’s specialist land-based university, with a dedicated mission to help Feed the World, Protect the Future, and Live Well on our planet, we have tailored a range of specific courses for study abroad students who are interested in the Global Challenges the world faces.

What is unique about this program?

Lincoln University courses are firmly anchored in the needs and issues of the real world and Lincoln academics are focused on sustainable management and conservation, while continuing to meet the growing demands of the global population.  At Lincoln, you can also learn how to help others live well through course offerings actively associated with enjoyment, such as viticulture and tourism, as well as sport, recreation and culture. Depending on your academic background, you can choose from any of the courses in our faculties.  Although we have three themes of courses around our Global Challenge program, you can also choose your own adventure by looking at all our courses.

What is unique about Canterbury?

Lincoln University's beautiful campus is located in Canterbury, in the South Island of New Zealand, and offers a unique study and living experience.  The picturesque and park-like 58-hectare campus of Lincoln University has a supportive, multicultural atmosphere. Around 3500 students from more than 60 countries attend our campus, so it's easy to meet new people. The campus has modern teaching facilities, a comprehensive library, and information technology laboratories with 24-hour access, as well as free car parking, eateries, a printery, a travel agency, and world-class sporting facilities.

Lincoln is a short distance from the South Island's largest city, Christchurch, for students who want to experience NZ city life and culture.  Canterbury offers a lot to do, including tons of parks and nature reserves to explore, wine trails and vineyards, cycling, skiing and snowboarding, hiking, art and cultural events, and more.

How do I get more information about Lincoln

• Browse through course options and information
• Check out the International Student Guide
• Visit their Exchange Student website

Academic Calendar

• Academic year: mid-July - late-June
• Fall semester: mid-July - early-November
• Spring semester: mid-February - late-June

For specific dates, refer to Lincoln University's Key Dates

Things to Consider Before Applying

• Review the information on the Education Abroad Office’s Get Started page for important considerations on academics and finances, and a guide to next steps.
• Still have questions?  Visit the Get Advice page and learn how to connect with an Education Abroad Advisors.
• Want to keep up to date with Cornellians Abroad? Follow Education Abroad on social media, @cornelliansabroad

How do I apply?

Applying to study on an exchange program is a two-step process. The Cornell approval process must be completed first, before your Education Abroad advisor in the Office of Global Learning can submit your nomination to the exchange partner.

1. For Cornell approval and nomination, click on the "Apply" button on this webpage. Applications are approved by your college and the Office of Global Learning on a rolling basis until the application deadline listed on this page, or earlier, if the program fills.
2. Once nominated by Cornell, Lincoln will email you an invitation to apply with application instructions. At that point, you must complete the external application required for exchange students by Lincoln's deadline. Nominated students are typically admitted by partners, but you must complete the application process for them to review your application and offer you a place.