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Every day here is an opportunity grow and create unforgettable memories.
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Glossary of Providers
College Row: Just across the road from UWA, our five residential colleges offer more than just convenience — They’re supportive communities where lifelong friendships are formed, unforgettable experiences are shared, and residents can access academic support while getting involved in social, cultural, and leadership opportunities.
Crawley Village: A vibrant academic community for PhD students and their families with over 200 houses, apartments, and studio apartments, located throughout the leafy suburb of Crawley, offering convenient and independent living.
Forrest Hall: Forrest Hall is home to over 60 PhD scholars and postdoctoral fellows supported by the Forrest Research Foundation, offering exclusive accommodation for researchers and their families conducting world class research in WA.
Accommodation Availability Update
Residential College: Availability for 2026 is limited – apply early to secure your place
Crawley Village: Sold out of 2026
UWA Accommodation team
The UWA Accommodation Team is here to help you find the right place to live—we offer a range of quality options to suit all lifestyles and budgets, from residential colleges to your own house. Download your guide to living in Perth as an international student [PDF 5.6MB]






Residential colleges
A residential college is more than just student accommodation. It’s a vibrant university community where students receive academic support, enjoy nutritious meal plans, and participate in social and cultural activities. Living alongside peers, residents build lasting friendships, take on leadership opportunities, and thrive both academically and personally in a supportive environment.
Applications for Residential Colleges open in Week 1 of February for Full Year and Semester 1 intakes of the following year, and in Week 1 of July for Semester 2 intakes of the following year.
College Row pricing and inclusions 2026
Scholarships are available, please explore what each residential college is offering within their detailed summary.
| Residential college | Meals | Utilities | Internet | Academic Program | Residential Life Program | Leasing terms | Cost per week |
| St Catherine's College | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | 20 to 44 weeks | $613.64 to $737.49 |
| St George's College | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | 20 to 44 weeks | $698.75 |
| St Thomas More College | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | 40 to 52 weeks | $603 to $648 |
| Trinity Residential College | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | 19 to 40 weeks | $555 to $640 |
| University Hall | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | 20 to 49 weeks | $490 to $590 |
Most colleges offer full-year contracts, with single-semester options only for Semester 2 or Semester 1 study abroad/exchange students. Meal plans and inclusions vary by college and room type.

St Catherine’s College
St Catherine’s is more than just a place to stay. Here, you will join a community that embraces diversity, celebrates academic excellence and encourages innovative thinking that challenges the status quo.
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St Catherine's College offers a premium experience and a welcoming home for university students. The College is fully catered and has a thriving academic, social and intellectual culture, including a comprehensive academic support and career readiness program and a full social, sporting and volunteering events calendar.
Flagship programs
- Bloom Centre for Youth Innovation: A student-led hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, supporting students to launch ideas, startups, and social enterprises
- Dandjoo Darbalung Centre for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Excellence: A nationally recognised program supporting Indigenous students through academic, cultural, and personal development in a strong community environment.

St George’s College
At St George’s, UWA’s smallest residential college, you’ll be known by name and feel part of a close-knit, welcoming community. We provide more than just accommodation – as a home away from home where lifelong friendships begin, we are an ideal place to transition to university life.
Get in touch with us at [email protected]
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All our residents enjoy fully furnished rooms, three daily meals, weekly cleaning and access to dedicated residential and academic support. Our vibrant calendar of sporting, cultural and social activities in addition to a generous scholarship offering help residents thrive and feel connected. At St George’s, you’re part of something special from day one.

St Thomas More College
Life at Tommy offers more than a degree—supportive community, lifelong friendships, first-class facilities, great food, and a vibrant social calendar for an unforgettable university experience.
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Living alongside 399 students at Tommy creates lifelong friendships and unforgettable memories. The College supports your transition to independent life with excellent facilities, delicious food, and a full social calendar, ensuring your university experience is truly exceptional.
What sets us apart from other colleges is our amazing outreach program, which gives students meaningful opportunities to make a difference in the wider community.
Flagship programs
At St Thomas More College, we're committed to supporting young people who are less fortunate through fundraising, mentoring, and community initiatives. From the World’s Greatest Shave to volunteering with Ronald McDonald House and supporting Shopfront, our students get involved in meaningful campaigns that give back to both local and global communities. The College partners with two ventures in Cambodia, where each year, selected students and staff travel to take part in meaningful outreach.
At Tommy More, we’re committed to supporting the physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing of our residents. Our Health and Wellbeing Program is led by our dedicated team of Residential Advisors, with a specific RA for Wellbeing who organises events and initiatives to promote a healthy and balanced college life.

Trinity Residential College
Trinity Residential College provides a supportive and affordable on-campus living environment where every student can truly find their place. Their all-inclusive resident experience is convenient, fun and full of opportunities to make lifelong friends.
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With a focus on culture, care, and community, Trin residents enjoy a vibrant social calendar with dedicated academic and wellbeing support – enriching university life far beyond just accommodation.
Flagship programs
The College’s InTrinsic Program supports wellbeing through Seligman’s PERMA model, fostering a culture of growth, connection, and purpose where residents thrive both personally as well as academically.

University Hall
With over 760 students from 57 countries, UniHall is one of the largest and most diverse residential communities—where everyone is embraced, and living together sparks new perspectives, lifelong friendships, and unforgettable experiences.
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Just steps from class and surrounded by a friendly, down-to-earth community, UniHall offers a unique residential experience built on inclusion, independence, and real connection. From epic social events and real-world leadership programs to support that actually supports you, this is where your journey begins.
Flagship programs
UniHall’s flagship program offers students hands-on leadership experience through volunteer committees across careers, community, and the arts—earning recognition via UWA’s Advance Badging while building skills, networks, and impact.

Crawley Village
A vibrant community for PhD students
Situated on Whadjuk Noongar boodja (country), our academic housing offers over 200 houses, units and studio apartments across the leafy suburb of Crawley, providing convenient, independent living for PhD students and their families.
Within the collection of accommodation there are studio, 1, 2 or 3 bedroom apartments or houses that are self-contained. Each apartment has individual bedroom/s with shared bathrooms, kitchen and laundry contained within the premise.
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Hear from some of our students
What to expect
| Utilities | Internet | Meals | Leasing terms available | Couple friendly | Family friendly |
| Self sourced | Self sourced | Not included | 6 to 12 months | Yes | Yes |
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Located close to campus, offering quiet, independent living with flexible lease options, perfect for a private, home-like experience while staying connected to UWA and local amenities.
- Semi-furnished living
- Walking distance to dedicated campus study areas for collaborative research
- Situated on Whadjuk Noongar boodja (country), within walking distance the Derbal Yerrigan (Swan River)
- Close to public transport and major arterial roads
- Close to childcare and schools

Forrest Hall
Forrest Hall offers exclusive accommodation for Forrest Research Foundation Scholars, Fellows, and Creative Fellows—supporting researchers and their families as they undertake world-class research in Western Australia.
What to expect
| Utilities | Internet | Leasing terms available | Couple/family friendly | Pet friendly | Academic program |
| Included | Included | Based on scholar/fellowship | Yes | Can be discussed | Yes |
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Forrest Hall offers a stimulating, creative environment where scholars live, learn, and connect—enhanced by river views and a supportive community driving innovation across WA universities.
The Forrest Research Foundation’s mission is to build a world-leading collaborative research centre in Western Australia, supporting over 60 talented PhD scholars and postdoctoral fellows from diverse disciplines. Researchers pursue projects from blue-sky research to commercialisation and policy, selected for excellence, engagement, and curiosity.
Situated on the Swan River, Forrest Hall features premium apartments designed by renowned architect Kerry Hill to inspire academic excellence and foster collaboration.