Student accommodation support
Understand your housing options and apply for a suitable place before you travel.
HIC states that it does not charge a consultancy fee for this service. Fees charged by universities, test providers, governments, airlines and other third parties still apply.
What you pay, and to whomWho it’s for
- Students with a confirmed offer
- First-time international students
- Parents who want reassurance about where their child will live
How HIC helps
Understand the options
University halls, private student residences and shared housing.
Check timing
When and how to apply for university housing at your destination.
Review agreements
What to look for in a tenancy or residence agreement before you sign.
Plan arrival
Check-in dates, and your first nights if your room is not ready on arrival.
Service boundaries
Accommodation is provided and allocated by universities or independent providers. Rent and deposits are paid to the provider.
Questions about this service
Many first-year students choose halls for convenience and community. Availability and any guarantees differ by university.