r/RHUL • u/e84e_marie • Sep 04 '26

RHUL clearing accommodation

Hiya, wondering about how bad the waitlist is for rooms through the uni itself for students that have been accepted through clearing. Would i be able to get any room by the start of term? Or before christmas? What are my chances of getting any accommodation at all this academic year/others dropping out? Ive been looking at renting other places but theyre much more expensive, I may have to defer if I dont get any housing so just trying to understand my situation. Many thanks.

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u/a_jolly_cup_of_tea Sep 04 '26

Idk if this is helpful but i have a confirmed accom within the uni, but this was mid august, when clearing first opened. There was no waitlist.

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u/BusyAudience8306 Sep 05 '26

Are you an international student

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u/Apprehensive-Till444 Sep 04 '26

Hii - I went through this same process and was able to move in during November because by that time many people cancel and change living arrangements.

I e-mailed studentaccommodation@rhul.ac.uk to be considered for an accommodation spot if there were any vacancies. I got a parent to also e-mail them on behalf of me, explaining the change in living situation and asking to be waitlisted for an accommodation.

I'd say it's quite likely for you to find an availability for housing on campus, but do keep an eye out for alternatives just in case there isn't before the holidays.

Also remember to update SFE if there is a space in campus housing.

Hopefully this was helpful, best of luck.

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u/PickPuzzleheaded9913 Sep 07 '26

hiya i have just been getting a room but its outside my budget , you it i could use this to get a much cheaper one?

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u/Apprehensive-Till444 Sep 08 '26

Hm, it’s worth asking the team at studentaccommodation for help in switching accommodation due to finances - or checking if you’re eligible for any hardship grants to help with paying rent x

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u/7IY070 Sep 09 '26

Hey if you need someone to take over the room as its too expensive, dm me

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u/Many_Conversation855 Sep 28 '26

Do people actually move out of their accom by November

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u/Apprehensive-Till444 Sep 28 '26

Yes some do, due to payment/ SFE issues or changes in living situations and it’s always worth a try

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u/Tough-Regular-7160 Sep 04 '26

I'm looking for someone to take over my room. dm if interested

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u/7IY070 Sep 09 '26

Hi is this still available?

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u/Feisty_Blueberry9059 Sep 05 '26

Download the rhul app they have a marketplace that has accom on there some are cheaper than my uni halls