Selwyn College, Student Accommodation

Three students sitting on a stone bench outside Selwyn College, chatting and laughing.

Walking time: 0 minutes
Beds: 215
Study support: Tutorials
2026 Fees: $24,132

There's something special about being the oldest. And in a city known for its many firsts – the first university, medical and dental school – we take pride in being the country's first university college. We honour our rich heritage and traditions at Selwyn – we embrace returning members, remain connected with our alumni, our Selwyn Ballet is the oldest amateur all-male ballet troupe in the world, and we continue to take on Knox College every year in sporting and cultural competitions.

But make no mistake – we offer everything you need as a twenty-first century student. Our heritage buildings and grounds, located on campus, house superb learning and social facilities, including a study centre, music room and common rooms. We also have a tennis court and a squash court.

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I only knew a few people here before I arrived in Dunedin – and I’m glad this was the case. It’s made room for me to befriend a diverse group of people and meet so many amazing human beings. Even though I have only known these people for a few months, we’re extremely close and have already gone away on some short trips together!

Ronan Brier

Studying for Bachelor of Laws