Student accommodation at UWA College
Find the perfect place to call home with our range of accommodation options. Choose to live on campus at College Row, be close to all the action at the heart of Perth city with purpose-built student housing or have the ultimate Australian experience with homestay. All are safe and welcoming, leaving you free to enjoy your time at UWA College to the fullest.
UWA College’s preferred accommodation providers
UWA College has partnered with key residential providers in Perth to ensure students have access to quality accommodation all year round. UWA College works closely with these providers to secure a set number of rooms each trimester to ensure students have a place to call home when they arrive in Perth:
University Hall – on-campus residential college
Trinity Residential College – on-campus residential college
St Thomas More College – on-campus residential college
The Switch – Perth city accommodation
Yugo – Perth city accommodation
UWA College Rental Apartments – Perth city accommodation (facilitated by UWA College).
On-campus residential colleges
Conveniently located opposite The University of Western Australia (UWA), you’ll find College Row – a welcoming student community of five residential colleges, each with its own character, and just minutes from UWA College and your classes.
College Row
University Hall
Home to 750+ students, UWA's own residential college offers the most diverse collegiate environment - you'll meet people from over 50 different countries when you live here. A full calendar of free events will enhance your residential experience.
The price includes 16 meals per week, all utilities and Wi-Fi, room cleaning, UWA Sport gym membership and access to video streaming platform Foxtel.
College Row
Trinity Residential College
Quickly feel part of the Trinity Residential College family, where students from nearly 40 countries make up this fun, welcoming accommodation.
This college's core values - care, community and culture - are a fundamental part of life here.
The price includes 21 buffet-style meals per week, all utilities and Wi-Fi, air conditioning, free laundry facilities, an on-site gym and counselor plus study support.
College Row
St Thomas More College
Affectionately known as 'Tommy More' by residents, this college offers a supportive community. Through personal development, leadership opportunities and exciting events, you'll be guided to live more, learn more and connect more.
The price includes 21 meals per week, all utilities and Wi-Fi, air conditioning, room cleaning, an onsite gym plus academic and tutorial support.
Perth city accommodation
UWA College Rental Apartments
Get to class easily with the UWA College's own rental apartments. Located close to public transport and UWA's Perth campus, it's the perfect base to start exploring the university and the rest of the city. You can choose from either a private 1-bedroom or shared 2-bedroom apartment in this newly refurbished complex. Price includes air conditioning.
The Switch
Experience ultra-modern urban living at The Switch. You’ll find a variety of spaces to study and socialize including the incredible sky lounge and terrace with city views. There are also complimentary laundry facilities and bikes to explore the city.The price includes fully furnished rooms, all utilities and Wi-Fi, air conditioning and laundry facilities.
Yugo
Unbeatable city skyline views, an outdoor pool and rooftop cinema provide you with the ultimate student lifestyle. Other facilities here include a study lounge and study pods, gym and 24-hour residence team.The price includes fully furnished rooms, all utilities and Wi-Fi, air conditioning and laundry facilities.
Homestay
Staying with a local host, you’ll get to experience all that Perth has to offer in a supportive and safe home environment. You’ll have a private room while sharing living spaces and sometimes meals.
"The homestay I live in is fantastic. My homestay parents really care about me, and they often ask how I'm feeling and make me feel comfortable and at home. The most important part of this is the delicious food!"
Winnie, Hong Kong, China
How to book UWA College accommodation
When completing an application, make sure to indicate that you would like UWA College to help with accommodation by selecting ‘Residential Colleges’ or ‘Homestay’ on the application form for pathway students.
Accept your Letter of Offer.
Make payment, including the accommodation deposit included in the total owing on the Letter of Offer.
Once payment is received the UWA College team will be in contact with accommodation selection options.
If you have any questions about any of our accommodation options, email us at uwac-accommodation@uwa.edu.au.
Students under the age of 18
Students under the age of 18 require the consent of their parent or legal guardian for their accommodation arrangements and this is a requirement of a Student Visa. Click here for more information and to download a consent form.
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Provider: The University of Western Australia (UWA)
UWA College in Partnership with INTO Perth
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