Key dates
Our residential dates are set to coincide with the University academic semesters. We also offer an option for those who wish to remain over the summer.
Definitions of terms
The term types below correspond with the residential agreement periods you can apply for in 2027. Applications for 2027 terms will open on the 1 August 2026.
Semester 2, 2026 and Quarter 4, 2026: If you are looking for Quarter Four or Semester 2, 2026 accommodation, please email accom@auckland.ac.nz and we will assess room availability.
Summer 2026/27: applications will open mid-October.
Application dates
| Key dates | |
|---|---|
| 1 August 2026 | 2027 Applications open |
| 12 August 2026 | 2027 School Leaver applications due by 11.59am if applying for School Leaver Scholarship (both need to be complete) |
| 30 September 2026 | Due date to be considered for first-round 2027 offers (applications can still be made after this date) |
| 1 October 2026 | First-round 2027 First-year School Leaver offers made |
| Mid October | First-round 2027 Undergraduate and Postgraduate offers made |
| 27 October 2026 | First-year School Leaver - offer response due date |
| 27 October 2026 onwards | Ongoing rolling offers |
Residential dates 2027
The dates below apply to our first-year school leaver halls: Grafton Hall, O'Rorke Hall, University Hall - Towers, Waipārūrū Hall and University Hall Apartments
| Term |
Start date | End date |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Year: 39 Weeks |
Saturday 20 February 2027 | Saturday 20 November 2027 |
| Semester One: 19 Weeks + 3 nights | Saturday 20 February 2027 |
Tuesday 6 July 2027 |
| Semester Two: 19 Weeks + 3 nights | Wednesday 7 July 2027 | Saturday 20 November 2027 |
The 52 Week Full Year, 42 Week Academic Year and Semester One Only dates below apply to our Undergraduate and Postgraduate Residences.
Please note Waikohanga House is only available for 52 Week Full Year terms.
| Start date | End date | |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Year: 42 weeks | Thursday 11 February 2027 | Thursday 2 December 2027 |
| Semester One: 21 weeks | Thursday 11 February 2027 | Thursday 8 July 2027 |
| Semester Two: 21 weeks | Friday 9 July 2027 |
Friday 3 December 2027 |
| Start date | End date | |
|---|---|---|
| Full Year: Feb 27/Feb 28: 52 weeks | Thursday 11 February 2027 | Thursday 10 February 2028 |
| Full Year: July 27/July28: 52 weeks | Friday 9 July 2027 |
Friday 7 July 2028 |
Is it possible to move in early?
Due to limited time between terms, we are not able to offer early arrivals. You will need to arrange private accommodation until the start date of your Residential Agreement.
What happens if I want to move out early?
When you accept your place in residence, you’re agreeing to live there for the full residential period stated on your residential agreement. You will be charged for the full period stated, regardless of if you move out earlier.
Please note there are likely to be penalties for breaking your agreement early, as per our Withdrawal Policy.