Accommodation

We provide a range of different accommodation options for our students studying at both our Tauranga and Hamilton campus. Find out more about our accommodation options, as well as some advice and tips about flatting and renting.

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Apply for accommodation

Applications for 2027 accommodation are now open. Apply for the Academic Year on the accommodation portal.

Applications for Trimester C, G, and H open on the 10th of August. 

Only submit one application. If you need to make changes to your application once it's submitted, we can help at accom@waikato.ac.nz

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With three halls of residence, apartments, cottages, studios and units, we have a range of options for all Hamilton students, from undergraduate to postgraduate.

Selwyn Tauranga

Stay in self-catered university accommodation in the heart of Tauranga.

summer accommodation

Summer 2026/2027 accommodation applications will be available 10th of August.

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Homestay is where you stay with a New Zealand family and learn more about the local culture. This is a great option for international students who want to improve their conversational English.

Flatting and Private Rentals

If you don’t want to live on campus, there are plenty of flats and rental properties. We recommend that if you choose to rent or flat that you move in early to get settled in before the trimester starts and always have your agreement in writing.

Access to the Accommodation Portal where you can apply for accommodation, accept your offer, and make payments.

Our accommodation team provides a range of pastoral care and wellbeing support, in line with the Education (Pastoral Care of Tertiary and International Learners) Code of Practice 2021.

Calculate tuition fees, living expenses, and explore funding options. Start your journey prepared.

Ready to apply for your accommodation?

Have a question? Talk to us

From applying to settling in, the Accommodation Office is here to help you every step of the way.

Accommodation Office

Gate 2, Knighton Road