InformatIon and applIcatIon form - The Academic Colleges Group

3Accommodation SelectionPlease return when completed togetherwith the programme selection formFamily NameGiven NamesDate of Birth Male FemaleDay Month YearStudent ID Number (if already enrolled)Fill out form, detach, and fax to 64-9-377 7125. Or scan and email to admissions@acgedu.comType of accommodation selectedStudent Apartments (for students 18 years & over) self-cateringHomestayWhich type of Homestay Accommodation arrangement do you prefer?ACG HomestayFees and other services (inclusive of GST)Accommodation Placement Fee(for the first accommodation placement)............................................................................. $250ACG Homestay Feefor students under 18 years of age ................................................................$265 per week*for students 18 years & over .............................................................................$250 per weekIncludes accommodation, laundry and meals: breakfast and dinner Monday to Friday andbreakfast, lunch and dinner Saturday, Sunday and public holidays.Homestay Plus FeeACG Homestay PlusDo you object to cats in your homestay? Yes NoDo you object to dogs in your homestay? Yes NoAre you allergic to animals? Yes NoIf yes, please give detailsDo you suffer from any medical condition? Yes No If yes, please describeDoes it require regular medication? If yes, please describeDoes your religion require any special consideration? Yes No If yes, please listPlease list your interests and hobbiesDo you have any other accommodation requirements? (please list)for students under 18 years .............................................................................. $300 per week*for students 18 years & over ............................................................................. $285 per weekIncludes accommodation, laundry and meals: breakfast and dinner Monday to Friday andbreakfast, lunch and dinner Saturday, Sunday and public holidays. It also includes a bathroom forthe students’ exclusive use. Homestay Plus families accommodate no more than two internationalstudents of any one nationality in the home at a time.*For students under 18 years of age, the weekly fee includes a $15 per week charge forcompliance services performed by the New Zealand International College Charitable Trust.Fill in section below only if you are applying to stay inHomestay AccommodationDo you smoke? Yes NoIs there any food you cannot eat? Yes NoIf yes, please list the food you cannot eatDo you require any special food? Yes NoIf yes, please list what special foodLive with my parents while enrolled at ACG (A Designated Caregiver Form must be completed and signed by the parent/s once an Offer of Place has been received)Independent accommodation arrangements (Students aged 18 years and older. Parental consent is required for students under the age of 20)Proposed accommodation start date End date Total Number of WeeksDay Month YearDay Month YearAirport Greeting and Transfer ServiceDo you wish to be met by a representative of ACG at the airport, and transferred to your accommodation? Yes NoFlight Details: Date of Arrival Time of Arrival Flight Number AirlineDay Month YearIf flight details are not available at the time of application, please provide when confirmed.Student InformationAll homestay fees are listed per week. Extra days will be charged at 1/7 (one seventh) of the weekly rate.Student ApartmentsSingle room ................................................. from $200 to $250 per week (average rate $225)The rate will depend upon the room available. (minimum booking 12 weeks)Other Fees (Student Apartments)• Security Bond ................................................................................ approximately $500 - $900Depending on apartment complexThe above security bond is refundable when a student leaves the accommodation,provided that the accommodation is left in a mutually acceptable condition.• Duvet Set (includes a duvet, duvet cover, 2 pillowsand a mattress protector) ..........................................................................................up to $120Airport Greeting and Transfer to Accommodation ............................... $105 one waySignature of the StudentSignature of Parent/Legal GuardianDateDateDay Month YearDay Month Year2012/2013 Edition 1, July 2011 PAGE 6

How to complete this application form1. Read the information on all pages carefully. Select thecourse or course combination best suited to you.2. Complete the application form on pages 4, 5 and 6.Please complete all spaces and boxes to ensure promptprocessing of your application. Calculate the total cost ofyour courses, accommodation and additional fees.Please note that weekly accommodation fees varydepending on the accommodation category selected.Please note that the declaration at the bottom of page 5must be signed by yourself and a parent (if you are underthe age of 20 at the time of completing the application).3. Send the 3-page application form and your most recentschool report to ACG by email (scanned), fax or mail.ActionbyStudent1 3 5• Send the 3-page applicationform• Send a copy of your mostrecent school report• Send a copy of your passport• Send any documentationconfirming you have metthe English Languagerequirements• Send all fees (registration,tuition, accommodationplacement, accommodation,medical insurance and airportgreeting & transfer fees)*• Send enrolment acceptanceform• Send subject requests• Apply for student visa*• Inform ACG of arrivalflight detailsprocedures Application Enrolment CompletionActionbyACG2 4 6• Receive application• Review application• Email letter of offer andschedule of fees• Issue receipt, confirmationletter and accommodationguarantee (for visaapplication)• Arrange accommodationand send accommodationdetails• Await student arrival• Airport greeting andtransfer to accommodationPlease send your application to:Academic Colleges GroupInternational Centre, PO Box 6199, Wellesley Street, Auckland 1141, New ZealandOr apply in person at:AcG City Campus345 Queen Street, Auckland CityTel: 64-9-307 5399. Fax: 64-9-377 7125. Email: admissions@acgedu.comOr apply onlinewww.acgedu.comFollow the simple step by step instructions* Students from certain countries, such as India, China, Vietnam, Russia and Turkey, should not sendfees until a Visa Approval in Principle has been obtained from Immigration New Zealand.PAGE 7 2012/2013 Edition 1, July 2011

Other Fees All fees are listed in New Zealand dollars.Additional Fees for ACG English SchoolWorkbooks approx $65; Core & Module coursebooks - a deposit of $100 ($80refundable). Students who are promoted to a higher level should expect to buyadditional workbooks, and to exchange their coursebooks at the cost of $10 per book.Additional Fees for The University of Auckland Certificate in FoundationStudies and AUT International Foundation CertificateText books & course materials ................................ $300 per yearSubject examination fees ......................................... $275Subject course fees (approx. costs), optional subjects:Design (AUT) ........................................................... $250(The University of Auckland) ................... $450 - $750Drawing (AUT) ........................................................... $150IELTS examination fee .............................................. $345 optional for some programmesGeography (UoA) Field Trips .........................................$700 per yearAdditional Fees for ACG Parnell College, ACG Senior College,ACG Strathallan and ACG SunderlandText books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $200 - $600 per yearSubject examination fees (Years 10 to 13) . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 - $650 depending on subjects takenUniform (Years 1 to 12)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $400 - $1,200School Transport . ...................................................... $25 - $80 per weekSubject course fees (approx. costs), optional subjects:Painting ....................................................................... $300 - $480Design ......................................................................... $450 - $750Textiles (ACG Senior College) .................................... $480Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $480Physical Education Year 11 ..................................... $80 - $120Physical Education Years 12 & 13 .......................... $350Outdoor Education (Years 7 to 13 ACG Sunderland). $400Geography Field Trips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25 - $250Physical Education Camp, IGCSE** ........................ $150Physical Education Camp, AS** .............................. $400* Years 1 to 13 at ACG Sunderland. ACG Senior College students do not wear a uniform. ** ACG Parnell CollegeAdministration Fees (payable once only, non-refundable)Registration Fee ...............................................................$250Accommodation Placement Fee .................................$250Student Care PlusAn optional support and supervision service offered by professional staff membersof ACG .............................................................................. $5,000 per yearFor more information about Student Care Plus, please refer to the ACG InternationalStudent Prospectus.Accommodation FeesPlease refer to the Accommodation Selection Form on page 6.Under 18 Accommodation Guarantee and Services Fee ....................$600 per yearThe Under 18 Accommodation Guarantee and Services Fee is charged per yearor at $10 per student per week when a student under the age of 18 lives with ahomestay provider or designated person arranged by the parent/s, student or theirrepresentative. This fee is charged to enable the arranged accommodation to bechecked and to enable Code of Practice requirements to be met. In situations whereACG has not arranged the accommodation the Accommodation Placement Fee of$250.00 will not be charged.Change of Homestay Fee ........................................................................... $50 per changeThe Change of Homestay Fee will only apply when a student makes a request tochange homestay when the reasons provided are deemed unacceptable and/or for astudent who frequently changes homestay. The fee is charged at the discretion of theAcademic Registrar.Airport Greeting and Transfer Fee$105 one wayMedical and Travel Insurance$456 one year*Students are required to have comprehensive private medical and travelinsurance in New Zealand while studying at ACG’s Schools and Colleges.ACG will arrange comprehensive insurance cover for students.* Fee subject to changeLiving ExpensesStudents require a weekly allowance to cover transport, personal expensesand extra-curricular activities. A weekly allowance of approximately $100should be made for these expenses.New Zealand Government Export Education LevyThe New Zealand Government has imposed an International Student Levy ontuition and course related fees. As at October 2005 the levy was set at 0.45% of thecompulsory tuition fees. Please refer to Fees Calculation, page 5.Goods and Services TaxAll fees are quoted in New Zealand dollars and include Goods and Services Tax(GST) where applicable. This is a New Zealand government tax payable on thesupply of goods and services.English Language Entry RequirementsACG English School English Language Entry RequirementsStudents who successfully complete the following ACG EnglishSchool levels and who meet stated academic entry requirements haveguaranteed entry into ACG Schools and programmes as follows:The University of Auckland Certificate in Foundation StudiesStandard 1 year .................................................. Academic Level 3Fast-track ............................................................. Academic Level 4Extended ............................................................... Academic Level 2AUT University International Foundation CertificateStandard 2 trimesters ........................................ Academic Level 4Extended 3 trimesters ....................................... Academic Level 3Extended 4 trimesters ....................................... Academic Level 2ACG Parnell College , ACG Strathallan Collegeand ACG Sunderland CollegeYears 7 to 10 ........................................................ Academic Level 2Years 11 to 13 ...................................................... Academic Level 3ACG Senior CollegeYears 11 to 13 ...................................................... Academic Level 4Students whose first language is not English and who do not complete an IntensiveAcademic English Course before entering any ACG school or university foundation studiesprogramme offered by ACG, must first demonstrate a high level of English proficiency.The following minimum English entry standards apply:ACG English School: Intensive IELTS PreparationSuccessful completion of ACG English School’sAcademic Level 3 ....................................................................... IELTS 5.0 or equivalentThe University of Auckland Certificate in Foundation StudiesCertificate in Foundation Studies (standard 1 year) ............. IELTS 5.0* or equivalentCertificate in Foundation Studies (fast-track 8/9 months) ... IELTS 5.5* or equivalentCertificate in Foundation Studies (extended 18 months) ..... IELTS 4.5* or equivalentAUT University International Foundation CertificateInternational Foundation Certificate (standard 2 trimesters).....IELTS 5.5* or equivalentInternational Foundation Certificate (extended 3 trimesters)....IELTS 5.0* or equivalentInternational Foundation Certificate (extended 4 trimesters)....IELTS 4.5* or equivalentACG Parnell College , ACG Strathallan College and ACG Sunderland CollegeYears 7-10 ............................................................................................IELTS 4.5* or equivalentYears 11-13 ..........................................................................................IELTS 5.0* or equivalentACG Senior CollegeYears 11-13 ..........................................................................................IELTS 5.5* or equivalentPlease note that English language suppport is available at all ACG Schools. *For specific band requirements, please refer to our website: www.acgedu.comThe ACG English Language Test (ACGELT), is available for students who have not completed an IELTS or TOEFL Examination. Please contact ACG for more details.PAGE 8 2012/2013 Edition 1, July 2011

Contract of EnrolmentACG English School, ACG Parnell College, ACG Senior College, ACG Strathallan, ACG Sunderlandand ACG New Zealand International College (delivering the University of Auckland Certificate in Foundation Studies)Unaccompanied international students areaccepted into ACG Schools/Colleges fromYear 7. Younger international students mayapply if accompanied and supervised by aparent or a court appointed legal guardian.Enrolment is subject to availability of places within the School/College*. If the School/College reserves a place for a student and offers enrolment, then subject topayment, this Contract of Enrolment is binding as a contract on the School/College and the applicant(s).* School refers to either ACG English School, ACG Strathallan School or ACG Sunderland School. College refers to either ACG Parnell College, ACG Senior College, ACG Strathallan College, ACG Sunderland College or ACG New Zealand International College.Payment PolicyPayment of Fees• All fees must be deposited into the Trust Account of New Zealand International College Charitable Trustin full prior to course commencement• Places are not guaranteed until the tuition fees have been deposited in full• No student shall continue to be enrolled unless the appropriate tuition fees have been deposited• Up to 25% of Tuition Fees include pre arrival services such as interpreting and translation, assistancewith formalities relating to immigration procedures, travel to, and accommodation in New Zealand• All Funds received will be held in Trust with the New Zealand International College Charitable Trust asstakeholder to protect student fees. Fees will be released by the New Zealand International CollegeCharitable Trust according to payment dates and amounts as notified from time to time by the School/College upon the services being rendered• Payments may be made to the US Dollar bank account OR the New Zealand Dollar bank account or bycash/bank cheque. Bank drafts and telegraphic transfers or cheques should be to the credit of the NewZealand International College Charitable Trust Account. The student’s name and identification numbermust be entered on the document and quoted by the remitting bank• When payments are made by telegraphic transfer, the bank charges are debited to the student• On receipt of payment in US Dollars, the student is credited with the actual Bank Buy Rate on the daythe funds are received into the New Zealand International College Charitable Trust Account, less anybank charges. Any exchange gain is held on behalf of the student and is credited towards future tuitionand accommodation fees• Payments by ACG approved credit cards will attract an additional fee of 2.5 percent. Payments must bearranged using the ACG Credit Card Payment FormInternational Students who obtain Permanent Resident Status• International students in School Programmes, who have deposited an annual tuition fee in advance andsubsequently obtain permanent residency and provide evidence of their new status to the AcademicRegistrar prior to the Ministry of Education 1st March return, may apply for a refund of the difference infees. The refund will be calculated for Terms 2 to 4 in cases where permanent residency is obtained aftercourse commencement and before the end of February• For students of ACG English School and the NCEA Literacy course the Permanent Resident Tuition Feeis the same as the International Student FeeOverpayment of Fees• Students in their final programme may request a refund of any excess prepaid fees• These will be refunded on application, before the end of the course, for students who meet the followingcriteria:– All tuition fees have been deposited into the New Zealand International College Charitable Trustaccount– The student is over 18 years of age– If staying in a School/College-approved homestay, the student has paid for such accommodation tothe end of the Course– If not in a School/College homestay, then from the date the School/College no longer guarantees theiraccommodation.• In circumstances where the above criteria are not met, students will upon application receive arefund of excess fees at the end of their final courseIncreases of FeesThe School/College reserves the right to amend its fees. For the most up to date fees, please refer to ourwebsite: www.acgedu.comRefund PolicyCancellation / Withdrawal• All notices of cancellation/withdrawal must be made in writing to the Academic Registrar– If written notice of cancellation is received between 2 and 5 months prior to course commencement,a refund of all tuition fees less a cancellation fee of twenty percent (20%) of the course fee shall apply– If written notice of cancellation is received between 1 and 2 months (30 and 60 days) prior to coursecommencement, a refund of all tuition fees less a cancellation fee of thirty percent (30%) of the coursefee shall apply– If written notice of cancellation is received less than 1 month (30 days) prior to course commencementthere will be no refund of tuition fees– For School’s/Colleges and Programmes other than ACG English School, the published course fee is usedwhen determining the cancellation fee to be imposed.Refunds• If the School/College withdraws an Offer of Place, or is unable to provide the course, all tuition fees arefully refundable• Where a conditional offer of place is made and the academic condition is not met, the tuition fees paidfor the course will be refunded in full• A notice of withdrawal due to exceptional circumstances may be accepted as grounds for a refundof tuition fees. This is subject to the provision of acceptable documentary evidence in support of theapplication for the refund, and subject to the date the Academic Registrar receives written notice ofwithdrawalThis includes:– Inability to obtain a student visa;– Serious illness or disability of the student;– Death of a student or close family member (parent, sibling, spouse or child);– Political, civil or natural event that prevents arrival of the student.• In the event of a withdrawal from a course/s, the School/College must be reimbursed for any fees,which have been paid or incurred by the School/College or other representatives. Where the School/College refunds the tuition fees, the student’s representative/student’s agent fees will be deducted fromthe refund. The cost of any additional services that were completed prior to withdrawal will also needto be retained• Accommodation fee refunds will be made after a student ceases Homestay accommodation followingdeduction of any fees or expenses owing in respect of accommodation and on release of ACG from anyguarantee it has given to Immigration New Zealand• Living expenses held when a student leaves ACG will be refunded at that timeNo Refunds• The School/College will not refund the tuition fees of any student whose Offer of Place is withdrawnthrough the supplying of incorrect and / or fraudulent documentation, from a period beginning 4 weeksprior to course commencement• The School/College will not refund the tuition fees of any student who is removed from the College rollthrough non attendance and / or is expelled by the School/College BoardPayment of Refunds• Refunds will be made by bank draft / telegraphic transfer in New Zealand Dollars or foreign currencyequivalent at the time of the refund• The bank draft / telegraphic transfer will be made out to the student and sent to the student’s homecountry address, unless other arrangements have been approved by the Academic Registrar, this isusually within 10 working days of an application for a refund being receivedStudent AccommodationInternational students under the age of 18 are required to board with homestay families registered andapproved by the School/College for the duration of their study. Exceptions are only made for students whoare staying with close family relatives who reside in Auckland year round. Any such arrangement mustmeet with the approval of the Academic Registrar.Students who are under 18 and who live with a parent are required to have their accommodationarrangements approved by the School/College. The U18 Accommodation Guarantee and Service Fee willapply.The minimum length of student accommodation normally provided by the School/College is eight weeks.Transport to and from the School/College is not included. Please note that a minimum advance paymentof 24 weeks student accommodation is normally required for long term students. Advance payments ofup to 40 weeks may be applicable to students from certain countries, as per visa regulations issued byImmigration New Zealand. Such fees will be held in support of any guarantee ACG has been required togive to Immigration New Zealand.Fees for Homestay or other accommodation paid to ACG will be held by New Zealand International CollegeCharitable Trust for the student and released as required for payment of accommodation expenses.Living ExpensesMoney paid to ACG for student living expenses will be held by New Zealand International CollegeCharitable Trust and released to students at a rate of $1200.00 per month or on such other basis as may beagreed between ACG and the student’s guardian (or the student, if the student is over 18).Infringement of Rules or LawsAn Offer of Place may be withdrawn if a student obtains entry through supplying incorrect / fraudulentdocumentation.If a student does not comply with the School/College and Accommodation Rules (as amended from time to time),the School/College reserves the right to suspend or expel the student.LiabilityTo the fullest extent permitted by the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 or otherwise at law or in equity,the School/College shall under no circumstances be liable to the student or the applicant(s) or any otherperson for direct or indirect or consequential loss or damage of any kind arising out of or attributable toany breach by the School/College of its obligations under the Contract of Enrolment, negligence on the partof the School/College or any act or thing done or not done by the School/College and for the purposes ofthis Contract of Enrolment consequential loss shall include (without limitation), loss of income or profit andloss or damage to persons or property.Obligation by the School/CollegeThe School/College undertakes to provide tuition as set down from time to time in the prospectus.The School/College may decline to offer a subject if there are insufficient students wishing to study it orthere is no staff member available to teach the course. At times, it may also be necessary to close the rollin a subject if it is deemed to be full by the Board of Directors.Conditional AcceptanceIn the student’s interview (where applicable), there were a series of questions under the heading of:“Disciplinary Record”. This Contract of Enrolment is conditional upon the answers given being trueand, further, upon there being no change to those answers up until the student’s first day at the School/College.Privacy ActThe information collected by the School/College during the enrolment process and during the period inwhich the student is enrolled at the School/College is intended for use in connection with the educationand well-being of the student and may be used by any of the staff of the School/College or consultant tothe School/College in connection with that purpose. The student has right of access to and correction ofthe personal information collected by the School/College.Governing LawThis contract shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws ofNew Zealand.2012/2013 Edition 1, July 2011 PAGE 9

Contract of EnrolmentACG Norton College (delivering the AUT International Foundation Certificate)Enrolment is subject to availability of places within the College. If the College reserves a place for a student and offers enrolment, then subject to payment, this Contractof Enrolment is binding as a contract on the College and the applicant(s).Payment PolicyPayment of Fees• All fees must be paid in full prior to course commencement• Places are not guaranteed until the tuition fees have been paid in full• No student shall continue to be enrolled unless the appropriate tuition fees have been paid• Up to 25% of Tuition Fees include pre arrival services such as interpreting and translation,assistance with formalities relating to immigration procedures, travel to, and accommodationin New Zealand• Payments may be made to the US Dollar bank account OR the New Zealand Dollar bankaccount or by cash/bank cheque. Bank drafts and telegraphic transfers or cheques should beto the credit of the New Zealand International College Charitable Trust Account. The student’sname and identification number must be entered on the document and quoted by the remittingbank• When payments are made by telegraphic transfer, the bank charges are debited to thestudent• On receipt of payment in US Dollars, the student is credited with the actual Bank Buy Rate onthe day the funds are received into the New Zealand International College Charitable TrustAccount, less any bank charges. Any exchange gain is held on behalf of the student and iscredited towards future tuition and accommodation fees• Payments by ACG approved credit cards will attract an additional fee of 2.5 percent. Paymentsmust be arranged using the ACG Credit Card Payment Form• Course related fees from a student whose study plan includes a course at ACG Norton College(AUT International Foundation Certificate) will be transferred to the nominated Trust Account,where they will be held until the end of the tenth (10th) working day of the student’s course,up to which refunds may be made according to the refunds policy stated belowInternational Students who obtain Permanent Resident Status• International students who have deposited a full tuition fee in advance and subsequentlyobtain permanent residency and provide evidence of their new status to the AcademicRegistrar prior to the Ministry of Education 1st March return, may apply for a refund of thedifference in feesOverpayment of Fees• Students in their final programme may request a refund of any excess prepaid fees• These will be refunded on application, before the end of the course, for students who meet thefollowing criteria:– All tuition fees have been paid– The student is over 18 years of age– If staying in a College-approved homestay, the student has paid for suchaccommodation to the end of the Course– If not in a College-approved homestay, then from the date the College no longer guaranteestheir accommodation.• In circumstances where the above criteria are not met, students will upon applicationreceive a refund of excess fees at the end of their final courseIncreases of FeesThe College reserves the right to amend its fees. For the most up to date fees, please refer toour website: www.acgedu.comRefund PolicyCancellation / Withdrawal• All notices of cancellation/withdrawal must be made in writing to the Academic Registrar– If written notice of cancellation is received at least 7 working days before coursecommencement, a refund of all fees is made– If written notice of cancellation is received within the first 7 working days prior to coursecommencement, the School/College may retain up to 10% of the tuition and course relatedfees paid– If written notice of cancellation is received within the first 10 working days of the course, theamount retained by the School/College will not exceed 25% of the tuition and course relatedfees paid– Fees are not refundable for cancellation later than 10 working days after coursecommencement– Commencement of the course is inclusive of orientation days, at which attendance isrequired.Refunds• If the College withdraws an Offer of Place, or is unable to provide the course, all tuition feesare fully refundable• Where a conditional offer of place is made and the academic condition is not met, the tuitionfees paid for the course will be refunded in full• A notice of withdrawal due to exceptional circumstances may be accepted as grounds fora refund of tuition fees. This is subject to the provision of acceptable documentary evidencein support of the application for the refund, and subject to the date the Academic Registrarreceives written notice of withdrawalThis includes:– Inability to obtain a student visa;– Serious illness or disability of the student;– Death of a student or close family member (parent, sibling, spouse or child);– Political, civil or natural event that prevents arrival of the student.• In the event of a withdrawal from a course/s 10 or more working days after coursecommencement, the College must be reimbursed for any fees, which have been paid orincurred by the College or other representatives. Where the College refunds the tuition fees,the student’s representative/ student’s agent fees will be deducted from the refund. The cost ofany additional services that were completed prior to withdrawal will also need to be retained• Accommodation fee refunds will be made after a student ceases Homestay accommodationfollowing deduction of any fees or expenses owing in respect of accommodation and onrelease of ACG from any guarantee it has given to Immigration New Zealand• Living expenses held when a student leaves ACG will be refunded at that timeNo Refunds• The College will not refund the tuition fees of any student whose Offer of Place is withdrawnthrough the supplying of incorrect and / or fraudulent documentation, from a period beginning4 weeks prior to course commencement• The College will not refund the tuition fees of any student who is removed from the College rollthrough non attendance and / or is expelled by the College BoardPayment of Refunds• Refunds will be made by bank draft / telegraphic transfer in New Zealand Dollars or foreigncurrency equivalent at the time of the refund• The bank draft / telegraphic transfer will be made out to the student and sent to the student’shome country address, unless other arrangements have been approved by the AcademicRegistrar. This is usually within 10 working days of an application for a refund being received.Student AccommodationInternational students under the age of 18 are required to board with homestay familiesregistered and approved by the College for the duration of their study. Exceptions are only madefor students who are staying with close family relatives who reside in Auckland year round. Anysuch arrangement must meet with the approval of the Academic Registrar.Students who are under 18 and who live with a parent are required to have their accommodationarrangements approved by the College. The U18 Accommodation Guarantee and Service Feewill apply.The minimum length of student accommodation normally provided by the College is eightweeks. Transport to and from the College is not included. Please note that a minimum advancepayment of 24 weeks student accommodation is normally required for long term students.Advance payments of up to 40 weeks may be applicable to students from certain countries, asper visa regulations issued by Immigration New Zealand. Such fees will be held in support of anyguarantee ACG has been required to give to Immigration New Zealand.Fees for Homestay or other accommodation paid to ACG will be held by New ZealandInternational College Charitable Trust for the student and released as required for payment ofaccommodation expenses.Living ExpensesMoney paid to ACG for student living expenses will be held by New Zealand InternationalCollege Charitable Trust and released to students at a rate of $1200.00 per month or on suchother basis as may be agreed between ACG and the student’s guardian (or the student, if thestudent is over 18).Infringement of Rules or LawsAn Offer of Place may be withdrawn if a student obtains entry through supplying incorrect /fraudulent documentation.If a student does not comply with the College and Accommodation Rules (as amended from time totime), the College reserves the right to suspend or expel the student.LiabilityTo the fullest extent permitted by the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 or otherwise at law or inequity, the College shall under no circumstances be liable to the student or the applicant(s) orany other person for direct or indirect or consequential loss or damage of any kind arising outof or attributable to any breach by the College of its obligations under the Contract of Enrolment,negligence on the part of the College or any act or thing done or not done by the College and forthe purposes of this Contract of Enrolment consequential loss shall include (without limitation),loss of income or profit and loss or damage to persons or property.Obligation by the CollegeThe College undertakes to provide tuition as set down from time to time in the prospectus.The College may decline to offer a subject if there are insufficient students wishing to study itor there is no staff member available to teach the course. At times, it may also be necessary toclose the roll in a subject if it is deemed to be full by the Board of Directors.Privacy ActThe information collected by the College during the enrolment process and during the period inwhich the student is enrolled at the College is intended for use in connection with the educationand well-being of the student and may be used by any of the staff of the College or consultant tothe College in connection with that purpose. The student has right of access to and correctionof the personal information collected by the College.Governing LawThis contract shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws ofNew Zealand.PAGE 10 2012/2013 Edition 1, July 2011