About International House
Set amongst 1.5 hectares of beautiful gardens, study areas and sporting facilities, this university residential college hosts up to 349 residents from Australia and around the world.
Reach your academic and personal goals at International House and be a part of a globally minded community of over 6000 alumni.
Your new home offers:
- Comprehensive academic support, wellbeing and community events
- Residence through mid-year vacation is included for full-year students
- Leadership, volunteering and personal development opportunities
- Café, library, gym, games room, music practice rooms onsite
- Three meals a day
Apply early to secure your place
Applications for Semester 2 2026 are now open.
International House features
Building features and virtual tours
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- Academic and reading libraries
- Communal study spaces, 15 tutorial rooms, arts and design room with architecture desks
- Full-sized multipurpose court for basketball and tennis
- Cinema and games room
- Gym with cardio, free weights and machines
- Individual and group music practice rooms and equipment including 2 grand pianos
- 1.5 hectares of beautiful gardens and courtyards
- Student run café
- Dining hall with full catering including formal dinners
- Communal shared kitchens on some student corridors
- BBQ and picnic areas
Facilities in all rooms
- Graduates: Bed (with mattress protector)
- Undergraduates: Bed (with mattress protector, blanket/quilt, pillow)
- Desk and desk chair
- Lounge chair
- Full-length mirror
- Wardrobe
- Heating
- Wireless internet
Facilities available on each floor
- Convection microwave and kettle
Extra facilities available in graduate rooms and senior apartments
- Dining table
- Sofa
- Cooking facilities
Life at International House
Room types and costs
Undergraduate rooms
| Duration | Fees for 20261 |
|---|---|
| Full year (21 February to 28 November 2026) | $35,259 for 40 weeks |
| Semester 1 (21 February to 4 July 2026) | $17,985 for 19 weeks |
| Semester 2 (18 July to 28 November 2026) | $17,985 for 19 weeks |
All rates are in $AUD, per person, inclusive of GST (where applicable).
First year undergraduate rooms are fully furnished and single occupancy. Student rooms vary in size. Female-only floors on request. Shared kitchens are available for some self-catering.
Undergraduate rooms offer shared bathrooms with multiple showers and toilets in each corridor.
You will also have access to shared study, sport and recreational facilities, including the library, academic program, numerous study spaces, gym and multi-purpose sports court.
Gas, water, electricity, internet and undergraduate student club fees are also included. Three meals a day - 21 meals a week are included in the fees.
Graduate rooms
| Duration | Fees for 20261 |
|---|---|
| Full year (8 February to 6 December 2026) | $30,507 for 43 weeks |
| Semester 1 (8 February to 5 July 2026) | $15,498 for 21 weeks |
| Semester 2 (12 July to 6 December 2026) | $15,498 for 21 weeks |
All rates are in $AUD, per person, inclusive of GST (where applicable).
Graduate rooms are fully furnished and single occupancy with an ensuite and either a kitchenette or shared kitchen.
Graduate rooms offer access to an ensuite or shared bathrooms in an apartment.
You will also have access to shared study, sport and recreational facilities, including the library, academic program, numerous shared study rooms, gym and multi-purpose sports court.
Gas, water, electricity, internet and graduate student club fees are also included. Three meals a day - 21 meals a week are included in the fees.
Graduates undertaking degrees with extended teaching dates: contact us for extended stay options.
Matt
“Making friends at university can be hard, but living at International House made the transition much easier. Being surrounded by people from all over the world, we have a shared excitement to explore a new city and chapter of our lives together.”
Catering
All students eat in our iconic dining hall, with three nutritious meals per day, reflecting food styles from around the world. Vegetarian options are always available and vegan, halal, gluten-free and specific allergy diets can also be catered for. A range of hot drinks are always available. View our sample menu.
- Breakfast: 7am until 10am
- Lunch: 12.30pm until 2pm
- Dinner: 6.30pm until 7.30pm
You can request a late dinner if you have a class scheduled during mealtime. Take-away lunch can also be pre-ordered the day before.
Book a tour
Interested in seeing International House for yourself? You can book an in-person tour at a time that suits you.
Take a look around
Go on a Google 360° Tour of International House
Travel times from International House
| Destination | Distance | Walk | Cycle | Public Transport |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Melbourne (Parkville) | 800 m | 18 min | 6 min | 13 min |
| The University of Melbourne (Southbank campus) | 4.3 km | 1 hour | 17 min | 33 min |
| The University of Melbourne Sports Centre | 1.2 km | 17 min | 5 min | 10 min |
| Closest University library - Baillieu Library | 1.3 km | 19 min | 6 min | 11 min |
| Barkly Square retail precinct - Sydney Road, Brunswick | 1.4 km | 23 min | 6 min | 10 min |
| Melbourne City - Melbourne Central Station and shopping centre | 2.7 km | 37 min | 11 min | 15 min |
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