Kingston University international students in common area

Accommodation and cost of living

International student accommodation

Finding the right place to live is an important part of settling in, especially as an international student. At Kingston University International Study Centre, we offer a variety of options to suit your needs.

Accommodation options

At Kingston University London, you can choose to:

Apply to live in halls of residence, where you'll have your own furnished bedroom in a University-managed flat shared with other students
Live independently in a privately rented flat or house share

Why live in university-managed accommodation?

Staying in the University's accommodation, you will benefit from living nearby to your classes. Living with other students makes it easy to meet people and make friends. Furniture is provided and your safety is a priority, with security provided 24/7.

Kingston's halls include

Single en-suite study bedrooms arranged in flats in modern halls
Self-catered plans with shared kitchens and on-site launderette facilities
Free internet access
On-site management with 24-hour security
Designated flats for mature and postgraduate students
Adapted accommodation for students with disabilities

How much will my accommodation cost?

Prices range for a single room and studio flats. See below for up-to-date details of accommodation prices (2025/26) — costs include heating, lighting and hot water.

Costs per week^	Hall of residence***	Room type	Closest campus**
£130 a week	Seething Wells	Micro en suite	Penrhyn Road
£161 a week	Seething Wells	Budget en suite	Penrhyn Road
£176 a week	Clayhill	Standard en suite	Penrhyn Road
£183 a week	Chancellors Hall	Affordable en suite	Kingston Hill
£186 a week	Middle Mill*	Standard non en suite	Knights Park
£198 a week	Seething Wells	Smaller standard en suite	Penrhyn Road
£208 a week	Chancellors Hall	Standard en suite	Kingston Hill
£208 a week	Walkden Hall	Standard en suite	Kingston Hill
£210 a week	Seething Wells	Standard en suite	Penrhyn Road
£233 a week	Seething Wells	Premium en suite / non en suite	Penrhyn Road
£250 a week	Seething Wells	Premium Plus en suite	Penrhyn Road
£368 a week	71-75 Penrhyn Road	Mezzanine self-contained studio	Penrhyn Road
£408 a week	71-75 Penrhyn Road	Large self-contained studio	Penrhyn Road

^{^All accommodation is subject to availability. The cost shown is intended as a guideline and subject to change. The cost of your room will be confirmed in your tenancy agreement.}

^{*Middle Mill does come with a hand basin/sink in the bedroom, but the bathrooms are 'communal'}

^{**The ISC is located on the}^{Kingston Hill}^{campus, however a free intersite bus is available to all students.}

^{***Please note that tenancy length varies according to residences. Additionally, some residences and room types are designed for students with disability/accessibility needs, as well as for students who wish to have a quieter or single-sex flat. Please get in touch with us at}^{kingstonisc.css@studygroup.com}^{if you have any questions about whether a particular residence is suitable for you.}

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Students relaxing in shared accommodation

Act early if you can

Our accommodation is now available to book. Act fast to increase your chances of priority room allocation.

If you have any queries regarding accommodation availability and accommodation options, you can contact the Kingston ISC Central Student Support Team who are available for any help or advice you may need.

We strongly recommend that you wait until your offer is confirmed before booking accommodation.

Booking your accommodation

It’s important to arrange your accommodation before arriving in the UK. This helps ensure a smooth immigration and registration process, and gives you peace of mind knowing where you’ll stay.

If you are under 18, you must arrange accommodation through the Centre. Certain accommodation types may be reserved specifically for under-18s.

You’ll receive an invitation to apply for accommodation once you confirm your place. If you request accommodation during your application, the Central Student Support team will provide up-to-date details on available options, fees, and next steps.

We recommend applying as early as possible. While accommodation is still available, it is allocated on a first come, first served basis. Applying early increases your chances of securing your preferred room type.

Accommodation Commitment for September 2025

To provide assurance of accommodation availability, we have introduced an Accommodation Commitment so students can feel confident about securing a room.

To receive a room offer, follow these simple steps:

1. Confirm Your Offer

Submit your Acceptance Form and make any required payments by 25 July 2025 (5pm UK time).

2. Apply for Accommodation

Use the instructions from your Centre or College to apply by 4 August 2025 (5pm UK time).

3. Secure Your Room

Once you receive a room offer, complete the application process within the given deadlines to confirm your booking.

Important Information:

The Accommodation Commitment applies to courses starting in September and October 2025 only.
Rooms are allocated on a first come, first served basis.
Some students may be prioritised, including those under 18 or with specific medical needs. Certain accommodation types may be reserved for under-18s.
Students do not need their CAS or study visa to be part of the accommodation commitment or to start the booking process.

Arranging your own private accommodation

If you prefer to arrange your own accommodation, there are private rooms, flats, and houses available in and around Kingston. You have two options:

Amber

Amber is a leading student accommodation provider offering a range of options. If you choose this route, our Central Student Support team will give you a bespoke link to Amber’s Portal. Their team will guide you through the booking process and assist with any queries.

Arrange independently

You may also arrange accommodation on your own. If you do, please inform us of your address and ensure it is within a 60-minute door-to-door commute of Kingston International Study Centre.

Please also refer to our 'Look out for fraud' section, which highlights the potential risks of booking accommodation privately.

Look out for fraud

Scammers may specifically target international students so it is important to be able to recognise common signs of fraudulent activity and know what to do if you come across it. Let us know at fraudreporting@studygroup.com if you have any concerns about fraudulent activity when dealing with a private accommodation provider so that we can help to protect you and other international students in case they are targeted in the same way.

I would recommend people stay in halls for the social life. One of the people I met last year was staying in private accommodation and the amount of people you meet there is really low, whereas in halls you meet 500 people, and you can choose who you want to be friends with.

Alexander from Germany
Studied International Year One in Business and Management

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Programmes

We offer a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, to help prepare you for your degree and make the most of your career.

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How to apply

See how to apply for a course at the International Study Centre and view the documents you need to provide with your application.

Join us today

Our student enrolment advisors are available to answer your questions and help you with your application. We can’t wait to meet you.