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Welcome, kia ora, talofa lava, huan ying, namaste

Hayward College offers the whole package as one of the University of Otago's premier residential colleges.

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Students rave about Hayward

Students rave about our unbeatable location, spacious warm rooms, excellent food and facilities, non-stop social and sporting programme, solid academic support, and everybody-knows-your-name atmosphere. You will notice the difference the minute you enter our doors.

Crest and Scroll 3 Making the transition to university life easy

We specialise in helping students make a comfortable transition into University life.

We're not just a place to study and sleep. Hayward is a close-knit, diverse community of 174 students and staff where your contributions will be valued.

Prepare yourselves for a life-changing university experience.

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Conferences and accommodation

Affordable accommodation

Affordable accommodation is available at Hayward College during November and December 2024.

While these rooms are intended for a single person, there is an option for two people to share a room at an additional cost. To enquire, please email hayward.college@otago.ac.nz

Please book using the accommodation booking and payment link below.

Accommodation booking and payment

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