Accommodation

You can apply for University accommodation once you’ve accepted an offer (conditional, unconditional, or insurance) to study at the University of Edinburgh.

University accommodation means accommodation managed by the University’s Accommodation, Catering and Events (ACE) team and does not include private providers.

Accommodation Guarantee

If you live outside the City of Edinburgh and apply by the Accommodation Guarantee deadline, you’re guaranteed a place in University accommodation. Apply as soon as you accept your offer.

If you’re not covered by the guarantee, you can still apply and will be placed on a waiting list. Places are limited, but many students on the waiting list are offered accommodation each year.

Find out more about Accommodation Guarantees

University accommodation options

Applying for University accommodation

Complete your accommodation induction
You must complete your induction before arriving at your accommodation. Check the accommodation website regularly for updates.

From August, you’ll find full details about your check-in date, time, and key collection in the accommodation channel of your MyEd account.

How to log into MyEd

University-managed accommodation arrival information

If you didn’t get an accommodation offer
You can contact the University Housing Team to ask about any last-minute availability. If you previously received an offer and did not accept it, it’s unlikely you’ll receive another one.

Still have questions?
University accommodation is managed separately from academic services. Visit the Accommodation, Catering and Events (ACE) website for more information.

Accommodation, Catering and Events (ACE) website