There are so many reasons to live on campus at one of our three Residential Colleges (McGregor, Steele Rudd & Concannon) so, we’ve listed our top 22 for 2022!
22 reasons to stay in 2022
Exciting news
1. Reduced fees
We're lowering the fees in some of our accommodation options, so the cheapest room type will start from $140 per/week. When you incorporate the Residential Colleges Student Support Scholarship valued up to $2,000, which all enrolled University of Southern Queensland students will receive at a minimum, accommodation fees can start from $85 per/week (self-catered and shared bathroom)!
Scholarships
3. Guaranteed accommodation scholarships
Every student who lives at the University of Southern Queensland Residential Colleges will receive a scholarship with three on offer.
4. International Accommodation Scholarship
Eligible University of Southern Queensland international students can receive a whole semester of free accommodation.
UniSQ International
6. Residential Colleges Student Support Scholarship
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic we're offering a $2,000 Residential Colleges Student Support Scholarship. This scholarship will be automatically applied as a rental discount to all residents, who are enrolled UniSQ students, not receiving the other accommodation scholarships.
Fees
7. Convenient contracts
Don't want to commit to a full year? We offer semester contracts with flexible options to vacate over University recess periods.
8. All-inclusive fees
Fees are all-inclusive with unlimited internet, parking and utilities included.
9. No application fee
We’ve waived the application fee so it’s free to apply.
10. No bond
There is no bond held, with the initial acceptance deposit a payment in advance for your first 28 nights.
11. Multiple payment options
We have multiple payments options so you’re able to pay fortnightly, each semester or yearly.
Residential life
12. Events and activities
You have the chance to get involved in events and activities, from our inter-college Residential Shield Competition to formal dinners and theme nights. You can check out event photos on our Facebook page.
13. Access to on-site support team
Living on campus gives you access to a comprehensive on-site support team with our Senior Resident Advisors (SRAs) and Resident Advisors (RAs).
14. Student Transition and Engagement Program
You’re able to get additional academic support through our Student Transition and Engagement Program (STEP) facilitated by our dedicated Residential Colleges Meet Up Leaders.
Facilities and services
17. Variety of accommodation options
There is a range of accommodation options with great facilities including: Recreation Halls, common areas and complimentary laundry facilities and on-site car parking.
18. In-house catering
With our in-house catering team you can choose from a variety of meal packages, though you can also cook for yourself with self-cater options available.
19. Newly renovated accommodation options
There was a multi-million dollar renovation at the start of 2020 so there are newly renovated options available.
Student accommodation facelift
21. Cleaning & maintenance
All common spaces and bathrooms are cleaned regularly, and our UniSQ maintenance team are available to fix any issues with students able to contact our team 24/7 if they need anything!
22. Convenient location
All three of our colleges are conveniently located just a short walk from UniSQ Toowoomba.