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College and University Guidance Counselor Handbook
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University accommodation
Most universities provide accommodation for single
and unaccompanied married international students
through its accommodation office. Students may be
placed in a hall of residence or a shared house or
apartment. Each student will be given a bed, desk,
and book shelves. They will have access to common
areas like a kitchen and bathroom. Students can
choose en-suite accommodation.
The accommodation office at your student’s
university may be able to assist with finding private
accommodation
TV licence
Insurance for their belongings – usually
called contents insurance
Water, electricity and gas bills
Telephone connection
Internet connection
Council tax exemption – UK households
typically pay council tax for local services.
Spaces are limited, so it’s important that students
apply as soon as possible. Many institutions offer
guarantees to first year and international students.
Practical advice
To ensure that a student has a place to live they will need to apply as soon as
possible
complete any
Fullydeadline date accommodation forms and return them before
the
confirm accommodation
Students should office prior to arriving in arrangements with the
accommodation
the UK
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When deciding on renting, your student should
consider costs of utilities as well as the actual rental
amount. In the UK they will need t o think about:
If your student’s course lasts longer than a year, they
may be able stay in the hall for subsequent years.
Students typically move into private accommodation
in their second year and are supported in the search
by their accommodation office.
UK universities have special offices set up to support students in finding the
right accommodation. Their staff will help to guide students through the
process as part of applying and preparing for UK study.
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Private accommodation
Full-time students are exempt from this fee
but must notify the local council.
Find out more information at www.gov.uk
Home stay
A leading UK university, and one of the world’s top 100 universities
under 50 years old (THE ‘100 Under 50’), the University of Kent is a
popular choice with American students.
Home stay is when a student lives with a UK family in
their home. It is a great way for students to immerse
themselves into the culture of a country and explore
UK culture and everyday life first hand.
Home stay can be arranged through the university.
Recognised for world-class research and academic excellence, we offer a wide range of
intellectually rigorous foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. And because
Kent’s academics are engaged in high-level research, our students learn from some of the
most influential thinkers in their field.
• A top 10 UK university for student satisfaction (National Student Survey)
• Ranked 20th in the Guardian University Guide 2015
• Ranked 22nd in the Complete University Guide 2015
• Stunning locations – Canterbury, Medway, Paris, Brussels, Athens and Rome
• Generous scholarship fund
Find out more
University accommodation in the UK is single occupancy no roommates!
www.kent.ac.uk/internationalstudent
Most University accommodation in the UK is Self-catered
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