Student Guide
Aug 14, 2026
6 min readStudent Accommodation Guide 2026: Housing for International Students
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Student housing options include on-campus dorms, shared apartments, studios, homestay, and PBSA. Costs range from $400-1,500/month depending on country and type.
Types of Student Accommodation
On-campus dorms (convenient), shared apartments (affordable), studio (privacy), homestay (cultural immersion), PBSA (modern amenities).
Costs by Country
Germany €250-600/month, France €300-700, Canada CAD $500-1,500, UK £350-1,200, Australia AUD $500-2,000, USA $400-2,500.
Booking Timeline
Apply for on-campus 4-6 months before. Start private rental search 2-3 months before. Book temporary housing for first 2-4 weeks.
Avoiding Scams
Beware of too-good-to-be-true prices, no viewings, upfront payments before viewing, no written contract, rush decisions.