Arrival and settling in
Student accommodation in New Zealand
Compare student accommodation in New Zealand, homestay, student residence and shared accommodation according to your age, budget and programme.
Location, meals, transport and house rules vary considerably. We help you understand these differences before you make a booking.
Minors and some programmes may have specific accommodation requirements set by the provider, pastoral-care code or relevant regulations.
Common options
- Homestay in New Zealand under conditions set by its provider.
- A student residence or purpose-built accommodation.
- A shared flat or room for adults.
- Temporary accommodation for your first days.
Homestay, student residence or shared flat
- Homestay in New Zealand: more everyday support, household rules and meals according to the provider.
- Student residence: more independence, accommodation rules and shared services.
- Shared flat: more autonomy for adults, with bills and agreements to check carefully.
- For minors, accommodation and supervision conditions must be validated with the institution.
What to check
- Distance and transport to your institution.
- Meals, furniture, bills and house rules.
- Deposits, payment, cancellation and minimum stay.
- The support process for an incident or requested change.