As a student with a busy social life, assessment deadlines and exams, summer can come around quickly and you may be wondering whether you can stay in your student accommodation over the summer period.
In most cases, it is possible to stay in student accommodation over the summer, although it depends on your university's policy and whether they offer "summer accommodation" options.
In this blog, we’ll explain the ins and outs of summer accommodation as a student, including possibilities and factors to consider like cost, storage options and contract terms.
On the whole, most student accommodation contracts last between 38 to 48 weeks, covering the academic year from September to June.
This typically includes term time and shorter holiday periods like Christmas and Easter. However, some contracts offer 51-week stays, which allow students to remain over the summer.
If you need to stay longer than your contract allows, you may need to arrange an extension or summer accommodation separately. Remember, even if you extend your contract, you’ll still be required to reapply for student accommodation for the following academic year.
Yes, in most cases! However, you’ll need to check with your provider to see whether it’s possible for you. Some student halls and private accommodations allow you to extend your stay, but you may need to book separately for the summer months, often at a different rental rate.
Summer extentions can be popular, so try to plan ahead to avoid disappointment.
Here are a few things to keep in mind before deciding to stay in your student accommodation during the summer:
To fully decide whether staying in student accommodation over the summer is right for you, consider the following pros and cons:
Some of the benefits of living in uni accommodation during the summer time include:
Here are some of the cons of staying in student accommodation over the summer period:
The length of time that you can stay in student accommodation will depend on your provider and what you book. Here at Stockton Students, we offer 48-week-long contracts to give you some time to spend with friends and family before returning to university for your next academic year.
The length of time you can stay in student accommodation can depend on different factors, such as:
If you’re leaving for the summer but don’t want to take everything home, using summer storage is a great way to save yourself the hassle of moving unnecessarily. Here are a few options in Liverpool and Ormskirk to consider:
Please note that we don’t have any direct relationship with these companies, so make sure to do your own research.
Various circumstances, such as work commitments, summer studies, and friendships, can influence whether you decide to extend your student accommodation throughout the summer.
While there are many positives to this choice, you must be mindful of the costs and potential downsides, like limited social activity and maintenance work. Always check with your university or landlord for your specific options so you can plan ahead.
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You can typically stay in student accommodation over the summer in the UK, but you should check with your provider as the cost of rent may differ.
Yes, most student housing allows you to stay during holidays like Christmas and Easter, as these periods are usually covered by your standard contract (usually between 38 and 48 weeks). However, summer stays typically require a separate booking as the academic year ends before the summer months.
