Student accommodation

Living in student accommodation is a great way to get the most of your university experience. In our accommodation, you’ll have access to unique sporting, leadership, spiritual and community engagement opportunities.

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Student accommodation

Tertiary Access Payment is available now

Are you a student from a regional, rural or remote area and wanting to move into student accommodation for 2021? Learn about how you can access the Tertiary Access Payment (TAP) and live in one of ACU’s student accommodation residences in 2021. 

What is the Tertiary Access Payment?

  • This scholarship supports school leavers in outer regional and remote areas with relocation to commence tertiary study. This scholarship is valued at up to $5,000 to be paid in instalments of $3,000 in semester one, and $2,000 in semester two, in the first year of study. 
  • TAP Scholarship recipients are also eligible for (subject to availability) discounted accommodation rates with savings of up to $100 per week / $5,200 per annum.
  • There are 72 scholarships available nationally

Visit ACU Scholarships for more information and how to apply.

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Academic

Our residents have proven that they achieve higher pass rates than other students. We believe this is partly due to our academic support program which is available to all residents.

Social

Our community is inclusive and welcoming which really helps to complement our residents’ success during their time living in student accommodation. We encourage opportunities for students to be ‘life-ready’ and to gain skills that will assist them beyond their time in residence.

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Cultural and community

We continually look for opportunities to help our residents become immersed in their community. Community engagement and cultural awareness are key elements to producing graduates that are in tune with the world around them.

Health and wellbeing

There is a strong link between good overall health and cognitive function so we believe keeping our students active and engaged with their wellbeing is important to their success with their studies.

Spiritual

Having an awareness of your personal spiritual belief system can help you be a well-rounded resident. We encourage all our residents to express their spiritual beliefs by creating a respectful and engaged environment.

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Sydney

Located in Camperdown, just a short walk from vibrant Newtown, the Miguel Cordero Residence offers plenty of free social events and is only a short commute from our Strathfield and North Sydney campuses.

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Ballarat

Our Ballarat residences offer a variety of different accommodation options to suit your needs. Whichever you choose, you’ll have easy access to parks, sporting grounds, the university and free social events.

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Canberra

Make Canberra your home in our safe, fully furnished accommodation. Located close to our Canberra campus, you’ll have easy access to shops, fitness facilities and free social events.

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Brisbane

From fully catered residences to student apartments with shared services, there is a wide choice of accommodation options in Brisbane.

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Melbourne

Connect with like-minded students by finding accommodation to suit your budget and lifestyle in some of Melbourne’s best locations.

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Rome

Launch into life in Rome with a home among sprawling grounds, extensive gardens and terraces with city views.

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Leaving home for Australia can be an exciting but stressful time. We’re here to help you on arrival and answer your questions about life in Australia. Learn about arriving and living in Australia
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Learn more about how our Residential Life Program helps to create welcoming and enriching communities to ensure you make the most of your time living in student accommodation.
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