Jump to accessibility statement Skip to content
Close menu

Close

Close menu

Apply for accommodation

Learn how to apply for your accommodation through our application portal. You can apply for your accommodation if you have accepted an offer to study with us and have put us as your Firm or Insurance choice.

Apply for accommodation

How do I apply for accommodation?

Apply for your accommodation through our online application portal, following these steps:

1. Register your details

Include personal information such as your email address and student application number (found on your CAS/study offer letter).

2. Receive your validation code

A unique validation code will be emailed to you instantly. If you fail to receive your validation code, please check your spam/junk folders, or contact accommodation@sunderland.ac.uk.

3. Log into your account

Once you receive your validation code, log into your account (you only need to use your validation code when you first log in). Keep your login details safe as you’ll need them to check the progress of your application.

4. Create a new application

Add your choices of accommodation and any additional information you would like us to know. You'll receive a confirmation email once you’ve submitted your application.

When will I hear about my application?

Accommodation Services allocates applications in accordance with our allocation policy. If you are holding an Unconditional Firm (UF) or Conditional Firm (CF) offer, you’ll receive a room offer via email within seven working days.

How do I pay for my accommodation?

You can pay your rent in the following ways:


Finance balances can be checked by logging into e:Vision.

If you choose to pay by any non-online payment methods, please contact us at accommodation@sunderland.ac.uk to send us a copy of your receipt (bank transfer) or your unique code, which will be given to you by Student Finance via telephone.

Explore

Scholarships and bursaries explained

Scholarships and bursaries are additional sources of financial support. Unlike student loans, these don't need to be paid back, so applying is a no-brainer. To help you with your application, we've put together a list of our most frequently asked questions about scholarships and bursaries.

10 reasons to choose Sunderland

Whether you’ve already checked us out at an Open Day and want to know more, or have never even heard of Sunderland, we're sure there's a few things about the city and the University that you don't know. Here's 10 great reasons to choose Sunderland...

Recent and upcoming developments in Sunderland

Sunderland City Council has confirmed that over £400 million will be invested in the city over the next four years. We’ve highlighted some of the top developments you can look forward to if you choose to join us as a student at the University of Sunderland.

Seven ways to make friends at university

University is often considered the time of your life – the place you make memories that will last forever. Those memories will be all the more special if you’ve made them with new-found friends for life, so sharing your uni experience with others and meeting new people should be pretty high on your to-do list when you arrive.

Related