Thinking about living on campus? Good choice! Living on campus at Charles Sturt University means you’ll have everything you need on your doorstep – and be fully supported as you take your first steps into the big wide world. However, we get that the transition to living away from home can be a little daunting. Don’t worry! We’re here to break it down for you guys. And show you all the living on campus benefits.
Plenty of students say one of the best parts of their Charles Sturt experience was living ‘on res’ (short for ‘on residence’). Take Katherine Rogers, for example. Katherine graduated from the Bachelor of Pharmacy and lived on campus in Wagga Wagga.
“I lived in a close-knit residence – it was really like a small family. It provided me with the facilities, friendship, support and routine I needed to make the huge change of moving from the only town I knew.”
Living on campus puts you at the heart of student life – so you can make the most of your study, social and leisure time. And compared to a big city, living in a regional city is much cheaper, meaning more $$$ in your pockets.
On top of all that, all first-year students who apply for accommodation are guaranteed a room at Charles Sturt. Unlike some metro universities, we offer almost all first-year students the chance to start their journey without worrying if they will get an on-campus accommodation spot. Now that has got to be one of the best living on campus benefits!
Ready to dip your toes into the ‘real world’? Let’s dive in – and get you set to move in!
Our accommodation options
From the beach to the bush, we’ve got you covered. We have the perfect home away from home for you – whatever your lifestyle and budget.
Albury-Wodonga – Albury-Wodonga is a vibrant regional centre on the border of New South Wales (NSW) and Victoria. It’s home to a great range of shops, theatres, cafés and restaurants, and just a stone’s throw from snowfields and wine regions, which are excellent day trips when you need a break from study.
Enjoy communal living in an eco-friendly setting in Albury, with rooms starting at $180 per week.
Bathurst – A rich heritage of bushrangers and gold rush days, combined with the excitement of the V8 Supercars and local sporting competitions, make Bathurst an awesome place to live and study. There are also plenty of cafés, bars and restaurants to catch up with friends, as well as a busy shopping scene.
In Bathurst, you’ll find options to suit every lifestyle and budget, with rooms starting at $180 per week.*
Dubbo – Dubbo is the industrial and commercial heart of NSW’s Central West. Perhaps best known for its famous Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Dubbo also offers superb scenery, great wineries and heritage villages, as well as a vast array of recreational and sporting facilities.
You’ll find homely cottage-style accommodation, with rooms starting at $180 per week.
Orange – Set in the foothills of Mount Canobolas, Orange has a relaxed country atmosphere combined with boutique shops, sporting facilities and quality educational and health services.
Choose from modern and traditional accommodation options, with rooms starting at $155 per week.
Port Macquarie – Port Macquarie is a growing coastal hub in a picturesque setting. There’s plenty for people of all ages to do, whether a high-speed boat or a scenic river cruise is your scene. There are beaches, rainforests and wildlife, as well as a huge range of festivals and cultural events, shopping and cafés.
Enjoy contemporary living in brand-new dorms, with rooms starting at $200 per week.
Wagga Wagga – Situated on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River, Wagga Wagga – known simply as Wagga to locals – has a proud sporting history, a thriving cultural calendar including theatre, music, art and markets, and a vibrant restaurant and café scene.
Take your pick of cottages, villages and halls of residence, with rooms starting at $165 per week.*
*You’ll need to add a minimum meal plan if you live on campus in Wagga Wagga or Bathurst.
What’s included in my room?
Our accommodation options are all-inclusive, which means everything is covered in your fees, such as:
- utilities
- security
- maintenance
- internet access
- fully furnished bedrooms, living areas and common spaces
- Residential Support Scheme
- parking
- dedicated study spaces
- cleaning
- washing machines and dryers.
On-campus catering options
Cooking not your forte? Let us take the stress out of cooking, with food outlets and meal plans available on most campuses.
Depending on the accommodation type you choose, a meal plan may be included in your fees. Your meal plan will give you a number of ‘meal credits’ and/or ‘flexi points’ to use at your campus dining outlet.
Here are a couple of tips.
- Meal packages range from $867.60 to $5400 and are incorporated into your total accommodation fee.
- Did you know you can upgrade your meal plan from the one that may be included in your accommodation package? You’ll have the option to do this when you accept your accommodation offer.
- If you exhaust your meal plan, don’t worry! You can load cash onto your student card to get you through the week. Your Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) also gives you a 10 per cent discount on all transactions.
How to apply for accommodation at Charles Sturt
Received your offer to study with us? Well, you’re good to go!
- Make sure you’ve accepted your offer.
- Pick a residence that suits your needs and budget.
- Get up to speed with the different types of accommodation packages and fees.
- Explore the meal packages on offer and select one that suits your needs and budget.
- Read over the Residential Agreement.
- Apply online via the Accommodation portal.
Keen to learn more about living on campus at Charles Sturt?
Explore more of the living on campus benefits in our top 7 reasons to live on campus – you’ll be ready to move on campus in no time.
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