Frequently Asked Questions

If you are planning to join a new course at Warwick, you are a prospective student.

Accommodation applications and bookings for the upcoming 2026/2027 academic year are now open. You can check our prospective students apply webpage or further information and to apply.

Applying for accommodation on campus is a simple online process for students. Each year we publish specific application guidance when accommodation applications/bookings open. Please read the specific guidance available and application FAQs as the application/booking process differs depending on your student type i.e. undergraduate, postgraduate. Visit our apply webpage for further information and updates.

We guarantee university-allocated accommodation for all eligible first year undergraduate students who meet the conditions and dates noted in our Allocation Principles. Whilst most first year undergraduate students live on campus, some will live in our off campus partnership accommodation. Our Allocation Principles are updated every academic year, so please ensure you read the applicable Allocation Principles prior to submitting your accommodation application.

Read our Allocation Principles to find out more about how we allocate accommodation, our accommodation guarantee, partnership accommodation and more for the upcoming 2026/2027 academic year.

We recognise that some students may have a medical condition or support needs that may affect their accommodation allocation, including physical and hidden disabilities.

If you have specific requirements for your accommodation, such as needing to live on campus, an en suite room, or level access, you’ll need to complete our specific accommodation requirements process in addition to applying for accommodation. Find out more by reading through our Allocation Principles.

Yes. Let lengths are fixed and cannot be changed for full year students. You can find the let length for each residence at each residence webpage. It is important you understand that this will be the number of weeks you are signing a contract and you must pay rent for the duration of your contract let length.

If you are allocated to a 35 week let length you’ll need to move out for 5 weeks over the Easter vacation period. Should you need to stay on campus during this period, please get in touch with our Allocation Team who will be able to offer guidance and advice regarding the options available.

If you are an incoming exchange student studying at Warwick for one or two terms via the Student Mobility team and you are allocated to a residence on campus, you will only be contracted to the terms you are enrolled here for.

You’ll find an itemised list of the things included in your room by exploring our campus residences.

We do not provide you with a television licence. Most of our bedrooms on campus do not include a television in the room. If you want to watch or stream live TV, the TV licensing authority requires you to have a licence. Please visit The TV Licensing websiteLink opens in a new window for more information.

Before signing an accommodation contract we would strongly advise to seek housing advice through the Warwick SU Advice Centre. The University's dedicated SU Advice team can offer valuable housing guidance and you can contact the team if you would like support or help looking for suitable accommodation.

Your rent is inclusive of all utility bills, Wi-Fi, contents insurance, access to laundry facilities, support and free events throughout the year available from our Residential Community Team and 24/7 support from the Community Safety Team. Depending on where you live, you may also have access to a variety of social spaces to enhance your experience living on campus.

You can pay your accommodation fees through Flywire via your student record online account. You'll find information about when to pay, how to pay along with useful frequently asked questions at Warwick's Student Finance website.

If you are already studying at Warwick, you are a current student.

Yes, however it's important to note that room availability is often limited and most returning students live off campus and secure private accommodation.

We prioritise students who are supported by Wellbeing and Student Support to be living on campus, provided that they are supported by our deadline. Remaining campus rooms are usually bookable on a first-come first-served basis, subject to availability.

We usually open room bookings for returning undergraduate students towards the end of Term 1. Returning postgraduate students can usually book accommodation when our prospective student accommodation bookings open in Spring.

You can check our Current Students webpage for announcements and updates on when room bookings open.

You can pay your accommodation fees through Flywire via your student record online account. You'll find information about when to pay, how to pay along with useful frequently asked questions at Warwick's Student Finance website.

Whilst most students are very happy once they move into their room on campus and meet their flatmates, there is the option to request a room transfer or direct room swap if you find you are struggling to settle in. We usually open our room transfer and direct room swap process a few weeks after our main arrivals period. Please bear in mind that room moves are subject to availability and not guaranteed.

You can find further information by visiting our Room Moves webpage.

If you're looking for useful information about the services or facilities available for students living on campus, it's likely that you will find the details on our Useful Information webpage. This webpage includes information about your contents insurance, campus contract, the University's post room service, laundry facilities and more.

If you are leaving your accommodation early, you must complete a early departure form. You should bear in mind that completing a campus departure form does not release you from the obligations of your contract and you will still be liable to pay your accommodation fees in full.

You do have the option to try and find a suitable replacement student to take over your contract. We help students with a campus contract find a replacement by advertising student vacancies on our website to other Warwick students

You can submit a request to advertise your room on the Warwick Accommodation website.

If you would prefer to live off campus after your first year, you'll need to search for private accommodation off campus. You can find helpful information about how to search for private accommodation, the local area, the different types of private accommodation and much more by visiting the University's Living Off Campus webpages.

Whilst you can conduct your own search for private accommodation, Warwick Studentpad is an exclusive property search platform should you need a helping hand to find a suitable property.

We would also strongly encourage you to seek housing advice from Warwick Students' Union. The SU Advice Team offer valuable guidance and can help you understand your contract before you sign.

If you have booked and accepted a campus accommodation contract for the upcoming 2026/2027 academic year you are able to arrive within our four-day arrivals period from Thursday 24 September to Sunday 27 September 2026 (inclusive) at no additional cost.

All students living on campus must complete our online accommodation induction prior to arriving. We'll email all students living on campus by mid-September to inform them when the induction is open and ready to complete.

We encourage students to arrive during our four-day arrivals period as this is when the vast majority of students will be moving in, however it is possible to arrive after Sunday 27 September 2026 if you need to. Please bear in mind that Welcome Week begins from Monday 28 September 2026.

All students living on campus must inform us of their travel arrangements. You’ll be able to confirm your travel arrangements when you complete our online accommodation induction.

Students travelling to campus by private car (not uber/taxi) will need to book an arrival slot if arriving during the opening hours of our arrivals hub. Car arrival slots will be available within our four-day arrivals period from Thursday 24 September to Sunday 27 September 2026 (inclusive).

If you are not planning to arrive to campus by car, you do not need to book an arrivals slot.

You do not need to book an arrival slot if you are arriving after Sunday 27 September 2026.

You'll be able to download/view your arrival instructions once you complete our online accommodation induction and inform us of your travel arrangements in early to mid September. Your arrival instructions will provide specific information regarding where to go once you arrive to campus.

Students travelling to campus from overseas will not need to book an arrivals slot, however you will still need to complete our online accommodation induction and inform us of your travel arrangements in early to mid September.

Information and further guidance to help you plan your journey to the UK can be found by visiting the Welcome to Warwick website.

Unfortunately, students will not be able to move in before our four-day arrivals period. You’ll need to arrange your own accommodation if you are arriving before Thursday 24 September 2026. There are a range of short-term accommodation options in the local area such as hotels and bed and breakfasts which may be available to book.

If you are arriving during our four-day arrivals period, you'll most likely need to collect your room key from our Arrivals Hub if you are arriving during our Arrivals Hub opening hours. If you need to arrive outside of our Arrivals Hub opening hours or you experience travel delays, you'll need to follow our out of hours arrivals information. Your arrival instructions will provide specific information regarding the opening hours of our Arrivals Hub along with information about where to collect your room key depending on when you are arriving to campus.

You will know your room number upon your arrival. Unfortunately, we cannot give you the room number before you arrive.

As we do not provide bedding within our residences on campus, you’ll need to provide your own. Once you know which campus residence you have been allocated to, you can check your residence webpage to see what size bedding you’ll need. You'll be provided with a mattress and mattress protector, but you'll need to bring or buy your own pillow, pillowcase, duvet/blanket, duvet cover and bedsheet.

There are shops nearby campus that are open 24 hours a day where you could purchase bedding once you arrive. Alternatively, you do have the option to pre-order bedding & essentials from our partners at UniKitOut. Further information about UniKitOut will be added here in due course.

You can order bedding, kitchen, bathroom packs and other student essentials.

Please be aware that only items ordered through UniKitOut will be delivered to your room ready for your arrival. Order by Sunday 20 September to ensure your delivery is waiting in your room for your arrival.

When moving to University, you might be tempted to arrive with everything you can think of. Once you know which residence on campus you have been allocated to, you should view the specific inventory to understand what is already included in your kitchen, bedroom and bathroom by visiting your residence webpage prior to travelling to campus.

For helpful tips on items you may want to bring, including what you shouldn’t bring due to restrictions, visit the Welcome to Warwick website.

Please visit the Post Room website for information on ordering items before you arrive on campus.

You must only order items to arrive on campus a maximum of two weeks before you expect to arrive due to limited storage space. Please also ensure you note the correct address on your items and follow the correct process if you are sending items yourself prior to your arrival.

If you have signed a campus accommodation contract, you'll usually need to pay your accommodation fees at the beginning of each term. If you're arriving over our four day arrivals period, you won't need to make a payment until the Start of Term one. You can find out useful information about when to pay and how to pay your accommodation fees, including alternative payment options that may be available by visiting the Warwick Student Finance website. There are also many useful frequently asked questions which we encourage you to read through if you need further information.