Returning accommodation applications for the academic year 2025-2026 are now open! 

We are now offering guaranteed accommodation for the duration of your course. Meaning you can say goodbye to yearly house hunting knowing Essex has your room ready for you, (*T&Cs apply).

IMPORTANT: please remember, there is no cooling off period. You cannot cancel your contract with us once accepted/confirmed, unless you withdraw or intermit from the University, even if you don't move in. So please consider carefully before confirming your booking through Book Now or accepting an offer we have sent you.