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United Kingdom
- Student accommodation in Oxford
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- Student accommodation in Glasgow
- Student accommodation in Cardiff
- Student accommodation in Leeds
- Student accommodation in Liverpool
- Student accommodation in Sheffield
- Student accommodation in Nottingham
United States
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We make every effort to ensure that the information in our guides is accurate and sourced from relevant official websites. We review and update the information periodically to maintain its reliability. However, as details and policies may change, we recommend visiting the respective official website to verify the latest information before making any decisions.
Advice from Mukesh Chandra, career counsellor with expertise in study abroad and student accommodation. Last updated: 7 November 2026. Student Accommodation Guide is operated by Eduvisor Pathways Private Limited, Greater Noida, India. Read how we verify listings.
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Read the guideTypes of Student Accommodation
Most students choose between four options. Purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) offers private or shared rooms in managed buildings, often with bills included. University halls are run by or partnered with the institution and are usually close to campus. Private rented flats and shared houses give more independence and can cost less when split between housemates. Homestays place you with a local host and can ease the move to a new country.
Availability, contract length and deposit rules differ by country and city, so check the details for your destination before you commit.
Before you pay: five checks
- What the rent includes. Check utilities, internet and contents insurance, and compare the cost per week or month, not the headline price.
- The contract and deposit. Read the contract length, the deposit and how it is protected. Our checklist explains what to look for.
- Distance to your university. Look at travel time and cost as well as rent.
- The landlord and the property. Do not pay a deposit until you have reliable proof they are genuine. Read our safety guide and common mistakes.
- The official source. Confirm prices and terms on the university or provider’s own page. See how we check our guides.
This applies whether you are a first-year, returning or postgraduate student, or moving to a new city part-way through your course.
Questions Students and Parents Ask Us
How much should I budget for student accommodation abroad?
Rent varies a lot by city, room type and whether bills are included, so there is no single number. Open the guide for your city, check the university’s own published fees, and then add the deposit, first month’s rent and any booking fee. Cheaper rent can cost more overall if travel to campus is long.
How do I avoid accommodation scams?
Do not send a deposit until you have checked the landlord and the property through the university or an official provider, and have the tenancy terms in writing. Be careful with listings that rush you, ask for payment by unusual methods, or refuse a video viewing. Read how we check our guides to see what we confirm and what you should still check yourself.
Should I choose university halls or private housing?
University halls are usually simpler for a first year because they are close to campus and the application is run by the university. Private flats and shared houses can offer more independence and sometimes lower rent when split, but you manage the tenancy and bills. Availability and deadlines differ by university, so check its accommodation page first.
When should I start looking?
As early as the university allows. Many universities open accommodation applications once you hold an offer, and popular options can fill before term starts. Check the application dates on the university’s own page for your intake.
Does Student Accommodation Guide list or book rooms?
No. We publish guides and do not own, manage or book rooms. Our accommodation partners page links to booking platforms. Those are affiliate links, so we may earn a commission, at no extra cost to you, if you book through them. Read our affiliate and commercial disclosure for details.
Which countries do you cover?
Our deepest coverage is the UK and the USA, where we have the most city guides. We also have guides for Canada, Australia, Germany, Ireland, France, the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Sweden and other countries, although some of these have only a few guides so far. Choose your country at the top of this page to see what is available.
Can my parents speak to someone?
Yes. Parents and students can message us on WhatsApp, call +91 93199 14099 or send an enquiry with the city, budget and room type.