Residential colleges
Postgraduate students are welcome in some of Otago's residential colleges. All residential colleges are fully catered, and provide fully-furnished and equipped accommodation. They have a strong community ethos, with communal dining and a calendar of cultural, sporting and social activities.
There are four residential colleges that accept applications from postgraduate students:
University Flats (UniFlats)
UniFlats offers self-catered, independent living with other postgraduate students in flats/houses, ranging from two to six bedrooms. The accommodation is furnished, and tenants are responsible for electricity and internet accounts.
There are a number of one-, two- and three-bedroom flats available for individual students and students with partners/children.
UniFlats tenancy agreements are fixed-term, either for one semester or for the full academic year (48 weeks).
Ready to apply?
Apply online for Otago's residential colleges or University Flats. Find out how to apply, application open and closing dates, and what information you may need to provide.
Find out how to applyHomestay
The Homestay programme matches students with a local Dunedin host family. Students have their own bedroom in the host family's home and are provided with meals.
Homestay information is on the Pathway and English Language Centre website, but the programme is open to all students.
Homestay – Pathway and English Language Centre
Family accommodation
University Flats (UniFlats) has a limited number of flats available for small families and couples.
Students with families may prefer to find private rental accommodation near shops or schools. The Student Accommodation Centre can offer advice on finding rental accommodation.
Staff accommodation
Affordable private rental accommodation is available in the suburbs, often only a short (15 minute) drive or bus trip from the main campus. We recommend arranging temporary accommodation for when you arrive, and then inspect rental properties before signing a tenancy agreement.
For advice on finding rental accommodation, visit:
Accommodation for students with disabilities
The University of Otago is committed to assisting students with disabilities. If you are applying to live in a residential college or University Flats, we can work with you to meet your specific needs.