Study abroad, Erasmus and exchange students

If you are coming to Keele through Study Abroad, Exchange or Erasmus programmes for a semester or full year, we offer University accommodation provided that you apply by the deadline.

When applying for 1 semester only, you will be able to select semester 1 or 2 at the 1st stage of the application process.  Please note that when selecting your room type preferences, your choices are available from the 38 week occupancy options.  We will then allocate a room for the semester you require.

Keele students who are looking for accommodation on return from a semester/year abroad please see here.

September arrivals

How to apply

Date

What happens when

March

Applicants begin to apply for accommodation

30 June

Application deadline

2 August onwards

Accommodation allocated to Study Abroad applicants

18 September 2025

Study Abroad students arrival date at Keele

As an International student you will be able, if you wish, to live in University accommodation provided you apply for it by the appropriate deadline. We have a variety of room types in four Halls of Residence.

Room fees for the 1st semester, 2nd semester and full year can be found here.

If you are coming to Keele with your family, whether staying for a whole semester or full academic year, we can offer help and advice on finding accommodation in the local area. You should contact us separately for this.

If you wish to live off campus, there is advice on our website including adverts for local properties available for students.