Accommodation
One of the great strengths of the University of St Andrews is its residential system and the variety and range of its residential accommodation. The University is unique among other Scottish universities in the extent and variety of its residential accommodation. Nearly fifty percent of our students live in University owned accommodation.
Single undergraduate students in their first year are given special priority and, under normal circumstances, are guaranteed accommodation usually in a Hall of Residence provided they apply by 31 May in the year of entry.
Each residence has a mixed population of first year and returning students, Home and Overseas student as well as students from different Faculties. Living in a residence in your first year is the best possible start for your studies. Currently the hall population is made up of 34% returning students and 66% first year students.
Applications for accommodation must be submitted to Student Accommodation Services by 31 May in the year of entry to be included in the accommodation guarantee. All applications will be acknowledged either by post or email depending on the method you used to apply.
Please note the guarantee only applies to first year entry students therefore accommodation cannot be guaranteed for any subsequent years.
How to apply
Information on how and when to apply for accommodation. See also fees for accommodation.
Tours of halls
Visit a hall of residence on a guided tour during one of our Visiting Days. Alternatively, view our brief guides to residences.
FAQs
If you have any other queries about accommodation, please refer to the frequently asked questions.