\nLiving on campus comes with a range of benefits:<\/p>\n
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- Accommodation to suit your needs (self-catered, catered, en-suite, shared facilities, LGBTQ+ accommodation, moderate living)<\/li>\n
- ResLife<\/a> Ambassadors will be available on campus to support you in settling in, feeling at home, and becoming part of the community.<\/li>\n
- Free sports membership<\/a> included<\/li>\n
- No deposit required and all bills included (Wi-Fi and utilities)<\/li>\n
- Personal possessions insurance included<\/li>\n
- 24\/7 security and on-site maintenance team.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
It\u2019s a simple, stress-free way to start university life!<\/p>\n
Important information:<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Applications open in mid-January for the upcoming academic year.<\/li>\n
- First year, full time students who apply before 30 June 2026 are guaranteed on-campus accommodation (Pier Quays <\/a>for Medway students).<\/li>\n
- Rooms are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so applying early is important!<\/li>\n
- Clearing applicants must request accommodation during their Clearing application (not via the portal).<\/li>\n
- Only University of Kent accommodation offers official on-campus housing, which includes a free Sports Membership and a guaranteed offer for eligible students.<\/li>\n
- For a full breakdown of key dates, check out our\u00a0accommodation timelines\u00a0for\u00a0Canterbury <\/a>and\u00a0Medway.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/p>\nGetting Started:<\/strong>
\nKMMS and MPharm: <\/strong>KMMS (Kent and Medway Medical School) and MPharm students will need to apply through their dedicated links:<\/p>\n- \n
- KMMS Accommodation Application<\/a><\/li>\n
- MPharm Accommodation Application<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Step-by-Step Application Guide<\/strong>
\nStep 1: Register<\/strong>
\nCreate an account on the MyAccommodation<\/a> portal using:<\/p>\n- \n
- Your surname<\/li>\n
- Date of birth<\/li>\n
- Kent Applicant ID<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Use a personal email address so you don\u2019t miss important updates. Be sure to keep your login details safe for later.<\/p>\n
Step 2: Choose your preferences<\/strong>
\nYou\u2019ll need to select four room options in order of preference (editable until 13 July).
\nTips for choosing:<\/p>\n- \n
- Consider different areas of campus (everything is within a 10\u201315 minute walk).<\/li>\n
- Research which accommodation<\/a> and contract length would suit your needs and budget before deciding. (Self-catered\/Catered\/En-suite\/Shared facilities\/LGBTQ+\/Moderate Living)<\/li>\n
- Only select rooms you\u2019d be happy to live in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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\nStep 3: Submit<\/strong>
\nOnce you\u2019ve submitted your application, you\u2019re all set for now. You can update your application anytime in the MyAccommodation Portal before 13 July without affecting your place in the queue. Plus, there are no cancellation fees before you accept an offer so you\u2019ve got flexibility if your plans change.<\/p>\nWhen can you expect your offer?<\/b>
\nFirm choice: If Kent is your firm choice, you\u2019ll usually receive your accommodation offer around A-Level results day, or earlier if your course offer is unconditional. If you already have an unconditional offer, you may receive your accommodation offer sooner.
\nInsurance choice: Even if Kent is your insurance choice, it\u2019s still worth booking accommodation early. If you later make Kent your firm choice, we\u2019ll send you an offer (as long as your course offer is conditional or unconditional).
\nClearing: Accommodation is available for Clearing students too. Just make sure you tick \u201cyes\u201d for accommodation when you apply. You can find more details in our Clearing application advice<\/a>.<\/p>\nHow and when are offers sent?<\/strong>
\nWe\u2019ll email you when your accommodation offer is ready to view in the MyAccommodation portal. Offers start being sent from late March<\/strong> and are released in batches, so don\u2019t worry if you don\u2019t hear straight away. Keep an eye on your inbox (and spam folder) and if you haven\u2019t heard after a few weeks, you can contact the Accommodation team for an update.<\/p>\nAccepting your offer<\/strong>
\nOnce you receive your accommodation offer, you\u2019ll need to log in to the MyAccommodation portal and accept or decline it within 48 hours. If you\u2019re not happy with your room, don\u2019t panic, don\u2019t decline the offer straight away as you won\u2019t automatically receive another one. Instead, contact the Accommodation team for advice. You can request a room move before or after you arrive, subject to availability.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/accommodation\/files\/2026\/03\/ARRIVALS081.jpg\")
\nMissed the Deadline?<\/strong>
\nYou can still apply for accommodation after 30 June, but it\u2019s no longer guaranteed and you may need to wait a bit longer for an offer. The university will still try to accommodate as many students as possible.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" - Only select rooms you\u2019d be happy to live in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- MPharm Accommodation Application<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Free sports membership<\/a> included<\/li>\n