When can I move in?
Move in day for 2027 is Sunday February 8
If I have selected a twin room, can I have a preference for someone to room with me?
Yes!
We have some set criteria about living arrangements due to pastoral care requirements and best practice. we can talk through the details when you let us know who the preferred room mate is.
I am under 18 years of age. Does this matter?
No, not in terms of your application. However, we do have set guidelines as part of our pastoral care requirements that we will need to discuss (room allocation, alcohol free spaces, meeting requirements and parent/ caregiver involvement.
What communal areas do we have?
Games room
Projects Room
TV Lounge
Study Lounge
Outside courtyards/ BBQ area
Music Room
Car parking (additional cost)
What does 24 hour support mean?
For Victoria House, 24 hour support means that there is always someone available to respond. We have a duty phone that operates as the central point of contact.
Can you cater to my specific dietary needs?
Our Catering team work really hard to ensure our menu is suitable for everyone’s dietary requirements.
Please make sure to declare your dietary requirements during the application process!
If you have something specific that you are concerned about, please get in touch with us and we can see what we can sort out. Our Catering Manager is happy to meet with you prior to Move In and discuss any needs you may have!
Do we have gender specific floors?
All floors and bathrooms are mix-gender. If you have particular needs or requirements in terms of floor allocation, please let us know.
How will I know which specific room I will get?
Room placement will be finalised when you move in.
What happens to my room during the Mid-Trimester and Mid-Year holidays?
Your room is yours for the duration of the academic year (check the dates on your Contract!).
You can choose to stay at the hall during the holidays or head home. Regardless, you can keep all of your belongings in your room, no one else will be staying there and no one else will have access to it!
Can I change the room type that I am offered?
Let us know and we will see what we can do based on availability.
How do I get an extension for my offer?
We can discuss an extension if you contact our office. This also includes if you’d like to extend the payment of your deposit.
How do I pay for my accommodation fees?
Information will be outlined in the offer. In general terms there are 3 options:
Pay for the full term of the contract
Pay in 2 instalments.
Pay in 4 instalments.
We are happy to discuss an alternative payment plan that may better suit you. The first instalment is required prior to arrival.
What happens if I want to withdraw from the hall during the year?
All contracts are fixed term contracts. This means you are liable for your fees from the start date to the end date of your contract. There is a Release of Contract process for specific situations that are considered. Please come to the office and discuss your situation.
Does Student Loan/Allowance cover all your accommodation fees?
No. You will be entitled to Living Costs but this will not be enough to cover the full fees. Look at the Studylink website below for more information. It is advisable you apply early: https://www.studylink.govt.nz/.
What financial assistance is there?
The University has many scholarships available and advice on managing your finances. Please look at the following link: https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/students/money
