Frequently asked questions
- Is there an application fee when I apply for a room?
- When is the closing date for application fees?
- When will I know if my application has been successful?
- Is preference given to 1st year undergraduate students?
- If I am successful in securing a room with University Owned Housing, what monies need to be paid prior to moving in?
- What happens if I accept the offer and do not occupy the room?
- Can I move rooms during the year?
- Is my personal property covered by insurance?
- What are my responsibilities should I wish to move out early?
- Can I stay in my room during the summer break?
- Who is responsible for the telephone?
- Is smoking allowed inside the residences?
- Who can I complain to about disturbances etc?
- Can I stay longer than one year?
- If I am an existing student of the University of Sydney can I still apply?
- Are there any penalties for moving out of my room during the term of the licence agreement if I am still a full time University of Sydney student?
Is there an application fee when I apply for a room?
No. Only students who have been offered a room will need to pay a $200.00 (including GST) non-refundable acceptance fee to book their room for each year.
When is the closing date for application fees?
31 December of each year.
When will I know if my application has been successful?
Successful applicants will be advised by the end of January. Failure to contact this office will result in your room being offered to another student. Alternatively you can:
- Telephone this office on (02) 9351 3322 or (02) 9351 3490
- Email your request to ; or
- Send a fax to (02) 9036 9139
To obtain the results of your application form.
Is preference given to 1st year undergraduate students?
Preference is given to 1st year younger aged undergraduate students. However, consideration is given to non-first year undergraduate students with special needs or requirements.
If I am successful in securing a room with University Owned Housing, what monies need to be paid prior to moving in?
On accceptance of the room you will need to forward a $200.00 acceptance fee and the appropriate room deposit fee.
What happens if I accept the offer and do not occupy the room?
If you do not attend The University of Sydney, your room deposit will be refunded. However, if you do attend the University of Sydney and do no occupy your room, your deposit or part thereof will be forfeited until the room is occupied.
Can I move rooms during the year?
Subject to room availability and at the discretion of the Student Housing Unit.
Is my personal property covered by insurance?
No. It is the resident's responsibility to make their own arrangements to insure their goods for theft, fire etc. Recommendations of insurance brokers are available.
What are my responsibilities should I wish to move out early?
Residents are liable to pay the rent until the termination date stipulated on the license agreement. If students wish to vacate prior to this date you have the right to recommend another full-time student (who meets the relevant criteria for the room) or you may contact the Student Housing Unit who will assist you in finding another student to take over your license agreement. A Break License fee of $300 will be incurred.
Can I stay in my room during the summer break?
Yes providing your rent is up to date and you continue to pay your rent. However should the room be required for any reason, including repairs and maintenance, the Student Housing Unit does have the right to move you to another room or terminate your licence agreement, giving three weeks notice.
Who is responsible for the telephone?
The residents. Some properties have telephone connections in the bedroom, as well as in the common area - typically the lounge. Residents need to contact a telephone carrier to arrange connection and disconnection. Please note if there is only one connection in the common area this must be made available to all the house residents.
Is smoking allowed inside the residences?
No. However residents are free to smoke outside, but not on balconies.
Who can I complain to about disturbances etc?
You can make a complaint to the Resident Assistant assigned to your area. Alternatively you can contact:
- University Security on + 61 2 9351 1333
- Investments and Capital Management (Student Housing) on +61 2 9351 3322/9351 3490
Can I stay longer than one year
Currently the policy is for the signing of licence agreement only. This ensures that we have more rooms available for first year undergraduate applicants.
If I am an existing student of the University of Sydney can I still apply?
We have a limited amount of rooms for non first year undergraduate students and applications will only be considered if you have not previously lived in University Owned Student Housing.
Are there any penalties for moving out of my room during the term of the licence agreement if I am still a full time University of Sydney student?
You will be liable for the rent up until your room is occupied and there will be a $300 Break Licence Fee.