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 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.
Residential dates 2027
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: 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 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 | 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 |
The 52 Week July to July and Feb to Feb dates below apply to Carlaw Park Student Village, Stuart McCutcheon House, 55 Symonds, Te Tirohanga o te Tōangaroa and Waikohanga House
| Start date | End date | |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 27/Feb 28: 52 weeks | Thursday 11 February 2027 | Thursday 10 February 2028 |
| July 27/July28: 52 weeks | Friday 9 July 2027 |
Friday 7 July 2028 |
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.
Please note there are likely to be penalties for breaking your agreement early, as per our Withdrawal Policy.