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 2025/2026. The application portal for Semester 2 2025 is open now. 2026 terms will open on the 1 August 2025.
If you are looking for accommodation to begin earlier than these residential agreement periods, please email accom@auckland.ac.nz and we will assess availability of rooms for an early arrival.
Residential dates 2025
The dates below apply to: Grafton Hall, O'Rorke Hall, University Hall - Towers, Waipārūrū Hall, Grafton Student Flats and University Hall Apartments
| Term |
Start date | End date |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Year: 38 Weeks + 6 nights |
Saturday 22 February 2025 | Friday 21 November 2025 |
| Semester 2: 19 Weeks + 2 nights | Wednesday 9 July 2025 | Friday 21 November 2025 |
The dates below apply to: Goldie Estate Homestead (Waiheke Island)
| Term | Start date | End date |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Year: 38 Weeks + 5 nights | Sunday 23 February 2025 | Saturday 22 November 2025 |
| Semester One: 21 Weeks | Sunday 23 February 2025 | Tuesday 8 July 2025 |
| Semester Two: 21 Weeks | Thursday 10 July 2025 | Saturday 21 November 2025 |
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 12 February 2025 | Wednesday 3 December 2025 |
| Semester One: 21 weeks | Wednesday 12 February 2025 |
Wednesday 9 July 2025 |
| Semester Two: 21 weeks | Thursday 10 July 2025 |
Thursday 4 December 2025 |
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 25/Feb 26: 52 weeks | Wednesday 12 February 2025 | Tuesday 10 February 2026 |
| July 25/July26: 52 weeks | Thursday 10 July 2025 |
Wednesday 8 July 2026 |
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.