Guidance on finding safe, suitable housing near your university in the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Germany, Ireland or New Zealand, from choosing a housing type to booking with confidence.
Availability and names differ by country and city. This is a general overview.
Rooms managed by the university, often on or near campus.
Good for: easy start, meeting people. Check: application deadlines, as places can fill early.Purpose-built buildings run by private providers.
Good for: convenience and facilities. Check: contract length and what is included.Renting a room with other tenants.
Good for: lower cost. Check: housemates, bills, deposit and contract terms.Living with a local host family.
Good for: a gentle start, meals and support. Check: house rules and distance to campus.Renting your own place.
Good for: independence and privacy. Check: higher costs and landlord requirements.Try the housing match below, or talk to a counsellor about your city and budget.
Find your match →Choose one priority and see which housing types usually suit it. A starting point only.
Pick the one that matters most.
General notes on student housing in each destination.
General notes only. Rules and availability vary by city and change over time, so we check the current position with you.
Fake listings and advance-payment scams target international students. Know the warning signs.
Be careful if you see:
Before you pay anything:
Tick off what you have checked. A counsellor can review any offer with you.
University housing often has early deadlines. Apply as soon as you can.
Verify the provider, read the contract and pay safely.
Arrange your first nights and how you will collect keys.
Our role in your housing search:
Some decisions are yours:
We guide you but do not own or manage properties, and we cannot guarantee a particular place or price.
What students commonly ask about housing abroad.
As early as possible, ideally once you have an offer. University housing often has early deadlines, and popular cities can be competitive.
Many students book at least temporary accommodation first, then look for longer-term housing in person. This helps you view places safely before committing.
Not always. Policies vary by university, level and country. Check each university's housing page and deadlines, and ask us if you are unsure.
We guide your search and review options, but you make and sign the booking yourself. We do not own or manage properties.
Costs vary widely by city and housing type. Our cost calculator gives an indicative budget, and we help you refine it for your city.
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