Application Processing FAQ

Seeking assistance

The University solely manages the application platform, while other aspects such as fees, leasing periods, room allocations, and operational procedures are handled by individual colleges / properties. These factors may vary slightly based on the student's preferred choice of accommodation.

Visit our College / Property Contacts FAQs page to get in touch with the relevant team and learn more.

Update details

To modify your initially registered personal details such as name, contact information, emergency contact, etc., click on the three lines icon on the top left corner, and then click on your name.

Application processing time

You should normally expect to receive an acknowledgement of your application from your first preference college within 10 working days.

Full Year and Sem 1 applications: Commence assessment around the month of September.

Sem 2 applications: Commence assessment around the month of May.

Applying for more than 1 Property at a time

The central application process for UWA Accommodation applications means your application will be reviewed by each provider in order of preference. The system is in place ensures that a student is not able to apply for multiple properties and take up offers that will cause other students to potentially miss out on getting accommodation.

Confirmation that my completed application has been submitted

The Application Summary page will have a summary of your application and allow you to monitor which Property currently has your application and what the stage of the application process your application is currently at.

Please note that all completed applications would have had a confirmation email sent to confirm the submission of an application.

Incomplete application

Head onto Apply Now! to proceed with your appliction. Gentle reminder, you have to agree to the T&Cs after payment is made in order to submit your completed application.

Cancelling my application

You can cancel your application through the function provided Here.

You can cancel your application (whether completed or incomplete). It is advisable to inform the property that is currently reviewing your application.

Please note that the application fee is non-refundable, even if you cancel your application or decline the offer to stay with us at UWA Accommodation.

Waitlisted

What does being on the waitlist mean?

All Colleges / Properties will have access to your profile on our central database.
Should a spot become available that the property or college deems suitable for you, they will contact you via email to inquire whether you are still interested in being considered for the available spot.
The property / college may proceed with assessing your application, which could include an interview process to determine if you would be a good fit for their college and the specific spot that has become available.
We encourage you to respond promptly to any communication from the college(s) to ensure that your application can be assessed in a timely manner.

What can you do whilst being on the waitlist?

You can be proactive in communicating your interest and intent to the respective property / college team.
You can tell the property / college team that you are currently waitlisted and are keen to join them should any spots that you are suitable for, becomes available.