Looking for a room next year – why not live in halls?
Applications are now open for all current full-time and part-time University of Reading students for the next academic year, 2023-24. You can apply individually or as part of a group of up to four people and we’d love to welcome you back to halls!
The Accommodation Portal is now open for applications – apply now!
What halls are available?
| Room Type | Hall | Catered? | Contract Length | Price |
| Ensuite Room | Benyon Hall | Self-catered | 51 weeks | £182.70 |
| Quiet Premium Ensuite Room |
Childs Hall | Self-catered | 51 weeks | £207.97 |
| Smaller room with washbasin (single bed) |
Northcourt Houses | Self-catered |
51 weeks | £148.96 |
| Study Suite | Northcourt Houses | Self-catered | 51 weeks | £209.09 |
| Ensuite Room (double bed) | Northcourt Houses |
Self-catered |
51 weeks | £182.70 |
| Studio Room (Couples) | Northcourt Houses | Self-catered |
51 weeks | £245.49 |
| Standard Room (Double bed) (Couples) |
St.Patricks |
Self-catered |
40 weeks |
£187.18 |
| Standard Room |
St. Patricks |
Self-catered |
40 weeks |
£140.00 |
| Catered room with washbasin | St Patrick's Hall | Catered (Gold) | 40 weeks | £151.78 |
| Catered Upgraded Room – Single Bed | Windsor Hall |
Catered (Platinum) |
40 weeks |
£181.66 |
There are many benefits to living in halls…
- Fixed Prices - all of our rents are inclusive (utilities and Wi-Fi) so there are no unexpected bills to pay plus your bills and rent will be fixed so you won’t face any price increases
- Great locations on campus - you’ll be living directly on campus giving you access to all the University study, social and leisure facilities and that extra 30 mins in bed before morning lectures
- Safe and Secure - your accommodation is monitored by 24/7 CCTV and regular security patrols
- Live with friends or choose to live alone
- Resident Events - you’ll have access to our regular events through our Home at Halls app and we’ll even take in your parcels
- Regular Cleaning - we take care of the cleaning of all communal areas – so you don’t have to
- 24/7 Support - you’ll have 24/7 access to our Halls Hotline service to deal with all of your halls related issues
Application process
How to apply
You’ll need to make an application for a minimum of three-room types, and a maximum of five. Applications are processed on a first-come-first-served basis, so the earlier you make your application you’ll have access to a wider choice of halls and room types.
During the application process it is very important you pay close attention to your emails to ensure you meet all deadlines. All deadlines are final and non-moveable. It’s also worth keeping an eye on your junk email folder in case the emails inadvertently get directed there.
- Go to the RISIS web portal
- Click ‘Actions’ from the top menu
- Select ‘Accommodation’ from the drop-down list
- Click on the link ‘Connect to Accommodation Online’ to take you to the Returner Individual application form
Can I stay in my current room?
It will be unlikely you stay in your current room. You should be prepared to move to a new room if you are made a new offer of accommodation for next academic year.
For students currently with a 51-week contract, if you would like to book the same room for next year, please let us know in the free text comments in your application.
Will I get my first preference for a room?
We try our hardest to allocate rooms to students based on their first preference; however, this is not always possible. That’s why we ask you to pick a minimum of three choices, with a maximum of five as with the more choices you make, the better we’re able to meet your requirements.
If you are not satisfied with your accommodation offer, please discuss this with the Accommodation Office first, before rejecting your offer.
Can I apply as part of a group?
Groups of up to four can make a group application to live together. Please consider the number of rooms in the flats/townhouses of the hall you want to apply for. Please also ensure your whole group applies for the same minimum three choices of halls/room types (see FAQs for how to apply).
What if I have special requirements?
Students registered with the DAS team who require a room in halls for the next academic year should apply between the same dates.
What if I’m a Placement/Study Abroad student?
Please apply as normal and state within the notes section you are considering applying for a placement / to Study Abroad. When you have full details of your placement get in touch with the Accommodation Office who will be able to advise.
What if I am coming back as a Postgraduate student and am currently an Undergraduate?
If you are currently studying as an Undergraduate but would like to apply for accommodation for your new Postgraduate course, then please apply for accommodation via the ‘New Postgraduate’ pathway, not the returner pathway. The Accommodation Guarantee will apply to you as you are a ‘new postgraduate’. Visit our dedicated page on applying for university accommodation for more information.
The returner pathway. The Accommodation Guarantee will apply to you as you are a ‘new postgraduate’. Visit our dedicated page on applying for university accommodation for more information.
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Application |
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New Student |
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DAS |
Please state within the notes section your requirements and that you are registered with DAS. |
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Study Abroad/ Erasmus |
Please apply as normal and state within the notes section you are considering applying to Study Abroad. When you have full details get in touch with the Accommodation Office who will be able to advise. If you are coming to Reading as a Study Abroad or Erasmus student for one term only, you should apply as a new student using the Study Abroad pathway. |
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Placement |
Please apply as normal and state within the notes section you are considering applying to Study Abroad. When you have full details get in touch with the Accommodation Office who will be able to advise. |
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