Get to know us
Deciding where to live can be a difficult decision, and we are more than happy to help you figure out whether Toroa is the place for you! If you are coming to Dunedin, get in touch with us to arrange a visit to Toroa for a tour and a chat with one of our friendly staff. If you are not going to be in town then feel free to contact us and we will be happy to answer any questions that you may have.
Application process
Information about the residential college application process is on the Student Accommodation website:
Apply for a place at a Residential College
Once your application has been received by the Student Accommodation Centre it will be forwarded to us and we will select our community based on the information that has been provided. We will send you an offer for a place at Toroa as soon as possible. You have seven days after receipt of your offer to accept.
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More information
For more information about the application process, contact the University's Student Accommodation Centre:
Contact the Student Accommodation Centre
Fees and payment
2025 total accommodation fees
Rental cost is $268 per week. The total cost of rent is $10,184 for the period 15 February to 8 November, 2025 (38 weeks).
In addition, there is a one-off fee of $550 that covers student placement and activities fee and a Toroa bedding pack. The rental cost includes all utilities (electricity, Wi-Fi, water, furniture, general maintenance and support from Toroa staff.
There is no bond or deposit required.