Student Village

Our largest hall, by Gate 2, with students living in pods of six rather than big blocks. Fully and self-catered options, and residents from all over the world.

Apply for accommodation

Applications for 2027 accommodation are now open, apply for the full Academic Year on the accommodation portal. Apply by 30 September 2026 to be considered in the first round of offers for 2027 accommodation (later applications are still accepted).

Applications for Trimester C, G, and H are now open. Please apply using the C Trimester/Summer Accommodaton Application form.

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

Student Village, located by gate 2, is the largest of our halls and is unique in that the students live in a pod of six students rather than spread across blocks of 50-60 students.

Student Village offers the option of both fully catered and self-catered accommodation. 

Five blocks at Student Village have been refurbished / upgraded between 2022-2025. These blocks/rooms have been re-painted, carpeted and has new furnishings throughout. 

Residents at Student Village come from all over the world, giving you the chance to meet lots of new people and experience a range of different cultures.

Tour Student Village

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Hall Facilities

  • Internet
  • TV rooms
  • Computer rooms
  • Leisure centre
  • Library
  • Laundry
  • Bike and motorbike sheds
Student Village accommodation

Fully Catered Costs for 2027

Fully catered accommodation

 Category Fully Catered Upgrade 18 / 37 Week Contract* Fully Catered Standard 18 / 37 Week Contract*
Number of Rooms 198 54
Number of Blocks 5 3
Weekly Cost $536 $468
Total Cost $9,648 / $19,832 $8,424 / $17,316

Includes internet, power and water

*Only students enrolled for 1 Trimester will be offered an 18 week contract (Study Abroad / exchange students or anyone finishing off their studies).

Self-Catered Costs for 2027

Student Village Flats

Shared kitchen between 4-6 residents.

 Category Self-Catered Flat Standard 18 / 37 Week Contract* Self-Catered Flat Standard 50 Week Contract
Number of Rooms 42  
Number of Cottages 8  
Weekly Cost $308 $288
Total Cost $5,544 / $11,396 $14,400

Includes internet, power and water

Student Village UniLodge

Communal kitchen shared between residents.

  Self-Catered Flat 18 / 37 Week Contract* Self-Catered Flat 50 Week Contract
Number of Rooms 35  
Number of Cottages 3  
Weekly Cost $320 $300
Total Cost $5,760 / $11,840 $15,000

Includes internet, power and water

*Only students enrolled for 1 Trimester will be offered an 18 week contract (Study Abroad / exchange students or anyone finishing off their studies). Everyone else will be offered a 37 or 50 week contract.

Additional costs

  Cost Details
Deposit $400 To secure your place in the Halls you will need to accept your offer online and pay the deposit and admin fee.
Administration Fee $200 To secure your place in the Halls you will need to accept your offer online and pay the deposit and admin fee.
Activity Fee $200 Will need to be paid prior to moving in.
Linen Pack (optional) $160 A bed and mattress protector are provided in all Halls bedrooms. Students can either choose to bring their own linen (single) or purchase a linen pack for $160 (includes duvet inner, pillow, sheet set, duvet cover set and towels)

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

Accommodation Office

Gate 2, Knighton Road