Staff at the International Centre are unable to find accommodation for international students.

There are a number of options for housing for students at UWA.

UWA is unable to guarantee housing for exchange students; however, the following options may help in your search for accommodation:

On-campus Accommodation
There are five residential colleges/halls on-campus which accommodate approximately 1000 students. The colleges offer a furnished private room and three meals a day.

The colleges cater for students of different ages and backgrounds and are places where students can share academic and personal interests with other students. More importantly, they offer an environment where tutors and senior students help you during the transition from school or overseas to university. Regular social activities are organised to help you balance the demands of study.

The Residential Colleges at UWA are:

• University Hall (previously known as Currie Hall)
• St Catherine's College (female college)
• St George's College
• St Thomas More College
• Trinity

The colleges are located on Stirling Highway, Nedlands opposite UWA campus. Based on 2012 prices, the cost of accommodation averages AU$375 per week, for the academic year (calculated on 34 weeks). There is an Application Fee of $60 which is non-refundable.

Apply as early as possible.  We recommend approximately four months prior to the start of semester.  You do not require an offer of a place at UWA to apply for residential accommodation.

Temporary On-campus Accommodation
Students can apply for initial temporary on-campus accommodation, whilst looking for permanent accommodation, using an on-line application accessed via the application tracking site   Students are advised to apply as soon as possible. You can also use this form to apply for the airport pickup service which is free to all first-time UWA international students.

To access the application tracking site, your username is either your email address on your application or UWA student number.  Your pin/access code was emailed to you on receipt of your application.  

Off-campus Accommodation
Accommodation close to the university is usually in high demand and more expensive than other areas. The university Housing Office maintains listings of both vacant and shared accommodation available to students in areas surrounding the campus.

The Housing Office does not evaluate the accommodation or negotiate on your behalf with the owner/agent. You are responsible for judging the quality, suitability and safety of the accommodation.

You can look for accommodation by:

• Searching the listings at the UWA Housing Office database at Student Services and the Housing Office.
• Looking in the community newspapers and local newspapers (The West Australian and Sunday Times) under the rental section.
• Reading advertisements placed on notice boards around campus.
• Contacting local real estate agents.
• Getting help from other students who are familiar with the area.

You are strongly advised not to send a deposit or bond to an off-campus accommodation provider before arriving in Perth and viewing the accommodation in person.