Returning students

All returning students are welcome to apply for campus accommodation, however there is a limited number of rooms available.

What you need to know

Application dates

2025/26 Applications open:  

Applications open 6 February 2025

Applications Deadline:

2 March 2025 midnight (GMT) for September 2025 applicants

Applications Outcomes:

Application outcomes will be sent from the week commencing 17 March 2025

Returning students are those who have previously studied at the University of Surrey at any level of study including foundation courses.

Accommodation isn't guaranteed

Returning students  are not guaranteed accommodation. For exceptions, please review our allocation document (PDF). If you fall outside the guarantee, there is support available to you in your search for housing in the private sector.

When to apply

You can apply for accommodation at any point of the year. However, during term time we are usually at full capacity and room availability is very limited.

Make sure you apply for the correct academic year

You need to ensure you apply for the correct academic year. If you are looking for accommodation starting in September 2025, you must apply for academic year 2025/26. Failing to do so may invalidate your application.

Apply for accommodation 

Second-semester accommodation 2024/25

We have a limited number of rooms available at this time of year, however, you can still submit an application. If you would like to apply for a room starting from the second semester, February 2025 please state this on your 2024/25 application.