Halls of Residence - estimate of costs
Here is a breakdown of what you are likely to pay per week if you stay in a Halls of Residence, plus a list of associated annual and one-off costs.
| WEEKLY COST ESTIMATE - $504 | |
| Hall of residence accommodation - $272 Costs vary from hall to hall between $166 to $344 (self-catered) to between $431 to $645 (fully-catered). The example provided is for a Kowhai 6-bedroom self-catered apartment at Ilam Student Accommodation and includes power and laundry facilities on a 48-week contract. | |
| Internet - $0 Unlimited Wifi access for UC students. | |
| Mobile phone - $8 Cost will vary on use and if you are using pre-paid or a plan. | |
| Food - $194 Will vary depending on whether you are living in a fully-catered or self-catered hall. Catering is currently valued at $194. | |
| Contents and Liability Insurance - $10 Check out packages offered by insurance companies. | |
| Other - $20 Incidentals such as emergencies, entertainment - costs will depend on what you choose to do. |
| ADDITIONAL ANNUAL OR ONE-OFF COSTS - $3305.29 | |
| Administration fee (part of your deposit) - $300 This fee is non-refundable and varies between $300 to $550. The example is for the Ilam Student Accommodation. | |
| Resident/student association fee (part of your deposit) - $300 This fee is used to help fund student activities and varies between $200 to $350. The example is for the Ilam Student Accommodation. | |
| Contingency fee (refundable minus damage or unpaid rent) (part of your deposit) - $400 This is a payment made at the start of the year in case of possible loss/damage of accommodation buildings or property and varies between $250 to $500. The example is for the Ilam Student Accommodation. | |
| Books and stationery - $750 Depending on your programme of study this can vary between $500 to $1,000 per year. Check with your lecturer before purchasing should resources be available online or from the UC Library. | |
| Parking - $600 If you have a car and want to park it at the hall you need to pay an annual fee that varies from hall to hall from $250 to $600. The example is for the Ilam Student Accommodation. | |
| Bed linen pack - $205.29 For halls that do not provide linen. | |
| Clothing - $750 Depending on your budget, clothing can cost between $600 - $900 per year. |
