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Find your perfect flat or room with the help of the University of Otago Student Accommodation Centre

Otago is famous for its residential college communities. We have 15 diverse colleges catering mostly for first-year students.

The Student Accommodation Centre also offers support to students looking for rental accommodation, from shared housing or boarding arrangements to furnished studio rooms.

Whether you're navigating a new city, living with flatmates for the first time or relocating as a family, our friendly team can offer advice and guidance.

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Residential colleges

Find a college to be your home away from home

Where postgraduate

Postgraduate and mature students

Accommodation for postgraduate and mature students, staff and families.

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International students

Options include residential colleges and University Flats.

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Rental accommodation

Finding rental accommodation, living with flatmates, and tenancy law.

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Short term options

Temporary, short-stay and summer accommodation.

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Apply for accommodation

Apply for residential colleges or University Flats.

Wellington

Accommodation information for University of Otago students in Wellington, including Radiation Therapy students.

Christchurch

Advice for new students at the University of Otago, Christchurch.