When can you move in?
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 term
The term types below correspond with the residential agreement periods you can apply for in 2026. Applications for 2026 terms will open on the 1 August 2025.
Semester 2, 2025 and Quarter 4, 2025: If you are looking for Quarter Four or Semester 2, 2025 accommodation, please email accom@auckland.ac.nz and we will assess room availability.
Summer 2025/26: applications will open mid-October.
Residential dates 2026
The dates below apply to: Grafton Hall, O'Rorke Hall, University Hall - Towers, Waipārūrū Hall and University Hall Apartments
| Term |
Start date | End date |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Year: 38 Weeks + 6 nights |
Saturday 21 February 2026 | Friday 20 November 2026 |
| Semester One: 19 Weeks + 2 nights | Saturday 21 February 2026 |
Monday 6 July 2026 |
| Semester Two: 19 Weeks + 2 nights | Wednesday 8 July 2026 | Friday 20 November 2026 |
The dates below apply to: Goldie Estate Homestead (Waiheke Island)
| Term | Start date | End date |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Year: 38 Weeks + 6 nights | Sunday 22 February 2026 | Saturday 21 November 2026 |
| Semester One: 19 Weeks + 2 nights | Sunday 22 February 2026 |
Tuesday 8 July 2026 |
| Semester Two: 19 Weeks + 2 nights | Thursday 9 July 2026 | Saturday 21 November 2026 |
The 42 Week Academic Year and Semester One Only dates below apply to Stuart McCutcheon House, Carlaw Park Student Village, 55 Symonds and Te Tirohanga o te Tōangaroa.
| Start date | End date | |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Year: 42 weeks | Wednesday 11 February 2026 | Wednesday 2 December 2026 |
| Semester One: 21 weeks | Wednesday 11 February 2026 |
Wednesday 8 July 2026 |
| Semester Two: 21 weeks | Thursday 9 July 2026 |
Thursday 3 December 2026 |
The 52 Week July to July and Feb to Feb dates below apply to 55 Symonds, Te Tirohanga o te Tōangaroa and Waikohanga House
| Start date | End date | |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 26/Feb 27: 52 weeks | Wednesday 11 February 2026 | Tuesday 9 February 2027 |
| July 26/July27: 52 weeks | Thursday 9 July 2026 |
Wednesday 7 July 2027 |
Is it possible to move in early?
For students who have been offered accommodation starting in February:
Due to limited time between terms, we are not able to offer early arrivals.
We offer Accommodation for the summer term, on a minimum two week booking. For more information see summer accommodation.
For students who have been offered accommodation starting in Semester Two:
Because our Semester One residents move out a day before our Semester Two residential period starts, we can’t guarantee that you will be able to move into your residence early.
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 a few days earlier.
If you’re thinking about leaving before the end of your residential agreement, you will need to discuss this with your resident manager as there may be penalties for breaking your agreement early.