Accommodation options
The University of Auckland offers a range of accommodation options for study abroad and exchange students to suit your preferences and budget.
University Accommodation
Living in University Accommodation is a great way to immerse yourself in campus life as you adjust to a new environment. From single rooms in shared apartments to private studios, our self-catered and catered residences offer students the opportunity to live within our thriving campus community. Benefits include:
- Living with Kiwis and other international students
- Located within easy walking distance of City Campus
- Utilities and Freeview TV included in fees
- Free use of the University WiFi in each property
- Hiwa Sport and Recreation Centre membership included in fees
- Residential activities and support
Students are able to move in from the beginning of the contract dates for each semester, and must move out by the last day. The dates for 2026 are:
- Semester One: Wednesday 11 February 2026 - Wednesday 8 July 2026
- Semester Two: Thursday 9 July 2026 - Thursday 3 December 2026
Accommodation options
| Room configurations | Mobility immpairment access | Bathroom configurations | Catering | 2026 residence semester fees - NZ$ | Recreation, sport, and academic facilities | Walking distance to City Campus | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stuart McCutcheon House | Single room | √ | Shared | Self-catered | $8,307.50 | BBQ, Games Room, Lounge, Basketball, Study Room | 15 mins |
| Carlaw Park Student Village | Single room |
√ |
Shared | Self-catered |
$8,097.50 |
BBQ, Games Room, Lounge, Basketball, Study Room | 15 mins |
| Te Tirohanga o te Tōangaroa | Single room |
√ | Shared |
Self-catered | $7,677.50 |
SKY TV lounge, BBQ, Social/Games Room, Music Room, Study Room | 5 mins |
Fees are quoted in NZD as of 2025 and include one-time application and residential services fees. Where optional meal plans are available, these are an additional weekly rate.
Application deadlines
We encourage you to apply for University Accommodation as soon as applications open, even if you have not yet completed your application to study at the University of Auckland. This will help to ensure you are placed in your preferred accommodation option.
Please note that you do not need to apply for Accommodation individually if your home provider or university arranges this for you. Please check with your home provider or university.
| Semester One 2026 | Semester Two 2026 |
|---|---|
| Opens on 1 August 2025 |
Open on 1 April 2026 |
| Closes on 15 October 2025 |
Close on 1 May 2026 |