Why choose University Accommodation
Designed for University of Melbourne students, find quality and safe accommodation made for your needs and success.
With a built-in support network of peers, staff and community, University Accommodation is your home away from home.
Choose from independent apartment-style living to residential colleges with catered meals. All accommodation includes a year-round program of social, academic and career events.
All our residencies are located just a short walk from our Parkville campus, in the heart of the city of Melbourne.
The University of Melbourne has an Accommodation Offer** for all commencing students who are new to Melbourne, subject to availability.
What's included as part of your fees*:
- Your furnished room
- Utilities (electricity, water and unlimited internet)
- Close to Parkville campus and city
- Amenities (gym, cinema, communal kitchen, study rooms, music rooms, and more*)
- 24/7 staff and wellbeing support
- Catered meals (residential colleges only)
- Year-round calendar of programs and events.
Commencing Student Cover** enables you to book your preferred accommodation early, knowing that you can cancel if circumstances change.
*Amenities vary between each residence. Please view the individual residence pages for further details
** Terms and conditions apply
Meet our residents
Hear from our residents about their preferred University Accommodation and how it supports their needs.
Eligibility
Under 18 student accommodation
Frequently asked questions
University apartment-style accommodation
Exclusive to University of Melbourne students, our University Accommodation has been uniquely designed to enhance your experience, on campus and beyond.
University residential colleges
University colleges offer an immersive campus lifestyle - with comprehensive academic support, freshly prepared meals, and a fun range of cultural, social and supporting activities.
2025 cost
| Accommodation | Meals included | Academic program included | Residential Life program included | Cost per week* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisa Bellear House | ✔ | $429 - $597 | ||
| Little Hall | ✔ | ✔ | $436 - $675 | |
| The Lofts | ✔ | $420 - $713 | ||
| International House | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | $676 - $851 |
| Wilam Hall | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | $789 - $836** |
*Varies on room type and length of stay
** Single Semester contract
Partner accommodation
We have collaborated with some nationally recognised student accommodation providers to create more quality accommodation options around our campus.
Affiliated residential colleges
In addition to our university-owned colleges, we are proudly affiliated with another nine residential colleges. Each college offers all the perks of on-campus living and includes access to student support and opportunities to help you develop and grow, including over $8.3M in scholarships and bursaries.
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Current resident, International House
Ishie Pasricha
"The academic and wellbeing support has played a crucial role in my personal and academic development. Living here feels like being part of a supportive and inclusive family."
Residential Life
Living in University Accommodation provides full membership to our Residential Life Program. The program helps you adjust to and get the most out of campus life with guidance from our dedicated staff as well as a year-round calendar of activities to assist you with your academic, social, cultural, wellbeing and career needs.
Other accommodation options
We can also provide information and support to assist you with finding alternate housing options. This includes explaining your rights and responsibilities as a tenant, referring you to financial support if needed, and providing transportation information.