Renting a room as a college or university student
Renting while you study means fitting a contract around terms, placements and a student budget.
Contract and cost
- Check start and end dates against your course; see tenancy agreements and notice to leave a room.
- Plan your money; see budgeting and bills included explained.
- Ask what is needed from first-time renters; see guarantors and references.
Studying from the room
- See studying and training from a rented room and wifi and broadband.
- Check the journey to campus for your timetable; see living without a car and our page for college and university staff and students.
Living with housemates
This is general information, not advice. See how renting with us works.
Common questions
Should the contract match my term dates?
Check the start and end dates against your course and any placements, and ask what happens in holidays.
Do students need a guarantor?
It depends on the landlord and your circumstances. Ask early; see our guarantor guide.
Can I study in my room?
Many people do. Agree quiet time with housemates and check the broadband; see our studying guide.
How do I check the journey to campus?
Use the operator journey planners for your timetable, including early and late sessions.