The average tuition fees of the university is NZ 24000.

Students can live on campus at the university. Flatting, rented apartments and houses, and Student Residential Village are the many residency alternatives. On-campus accommodation costs between NZ$130 and NZ$560 per week, depending on the size and location of the home. If you choose to live off-campus, you could rent an apartment or a house in the surrounding neighbourhood, or you could rent a room in a shared house. The typical monthly rent for off-campus living is between 800 and 1000 NZD.

The overall number of students registered at the university is about 16800. The university has an admittance rate of 85%.

The institute's main campus is located in Mt Albert. It has a number of significant academic and departmental buildings. The institute also maintains a campus in Henderson. The institute has a sizable and diversified student body. In addition, the Unitec Institute of Technology offers a variety of student amenities, such as clubs and sports. It has a Student Council that works with faculty and staff, government, and the media to benefit students and their interests. It enhances students' experiences working with management and services. In addition, the institute has three libraries spread throughout its two existing campuses.

The university is officially accredited by Helen Au Yeung.

Unitec Career Development Services has job openings. If you need assistance in finding a career or preparing for a job while studying with us, please contact the Careers and Employability team. Students who are seeking for a one-time, part-time, fixed-term, casual, or summer job might also consider joining Student Job Search (SJS). A job placement service for all tertiary students looking for jobs to help them meet their financial obligations. Bachelor (Other) is the highest paying degree at Unitec Institute of Technology, with alumni earning an average income of $46,000.