Q: What is the rent schedule?

Rent is charged monthly – you will receive a charge on the first business day of each month, with payment due by 5pm on the fifth business day. If you would prefer to pay for a whole semester, or a year in advance, please visit the Accommodation Services office to discuss.

Question 1

When should I apply?

Accepted Answer

We recommend that you apply for accommodation at your preferred campus as soon as possible. Applications are made online, and are all open from our Melbourne Campus Open Day

Question 2

Can I see the accommodation before I apply?

Accepted Answer

We encourage you to attend an Open Day or Experience La Trobe event, as it is a great opportunity to view the residential colleges as well as explore the university campus. If you would like to arrange an inspection, please get in touch with our team to arrange this between 9:00am to 4:00pm Monday to Friday.

Question 3

Do I need to be a full-time student to apply?

Accepted Answer

No, you just have to be enrolled at a tertiary institute in at least a part time capacity.

Question 4

Do I need to be a La Trobe University student?

Accepted Answer

Priority is given to La Trobe University students. If there are vacancies after first round offers, we are able to consider RMIT Bundoora students and students studying in the CBD (please keep in mind we are a 45 minute tram ride from the city).

Question 5

What if I have not received a first-round university offer to study at La Trobe?

Accepted Answer

If you hope to receive a study placement in second or third round offers, we can offer anyone who studies at a tertiary institute accommodation &ndash; please contact our team to let us know you are still interested in living at La Trobe and keep us informed if you do receive a study offer for that semester in a subsequent round.

Question 6

Can I apply for only one semester?

Accepted Answer

Offers for residential places are typically made on the understanding you will stay for a full academic year (from the 23rd of January to the 11th of December 2021).

We do make exceptions for students completing their studies after one semester, such as International Exchange students.

Question 7

What is the rent schedule?

Accepted Answer

Rent is charged monthly &ndash; you will receive a charge on the first business day of each month, with payment due by 5pm on the fifth business day. If you would prefer to pay for a whole semester, or a year in advance, please visit the Accommodation Services office to discuss.

Question 8

Can I pay by bank transfer?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we accept payment by bank transfer. Once you have been accepted to stay in La Trobe Accommodation, you will receive information with your offer, including further details on how to pay your fees.

Question 9

Can I stay over the holiday period?

Accepted Answer

During the academic year, if you are contracted for the full time, you are able to stay in your residence throughout the mid-year break. You will continue to pay rent for this period, regardless of whether you remain there or not, as rent is calculated based on a 46 weeks contract.

If you are a current resident and would like to remain over the Christmas holiday break (after the academic year has concluded), you can complete a summer residency application form. The Accommodation Services team will communicate further information to students about this process in the lead-up to the summer break.

Question 10

What do I need to bring with me?

Accepted Answer

When you arrive, your room will be already furnished with a bed, mattress, desk and chair. You will need to provide your own linen. Beds are all king single beds*. You can customise your room with posters, pictures and decorations. If you would like a small bar fridge in your room, you are welcome to bring this also.

Essential items to bring with you are bed linen (sheets, pillow, doona, blankets), towels, washing powder, laundry basket, clothes hangers, tea-towels, personal toiletries and clothing.

If you are living in a self-catered residence, please note you will need to supply your own pots, pans, crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils to use in the shared kitchen. In the kitchen area, you will also receive a shelf or cupboard which you can use to store these.

Due to fire safety regulations, kettles, toasters and hot-plates are not permitted in bedrooms: these are only be used in the designated kitchen areas.

Question 11

Will I have Wi-Fi in my room?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Wi-Fi is available across all our accommodation residences.

Question 12

Are there any bicycle bays available?

Accepted Answer

There is a bicycle storage cage located in the South Apartments complex.

Question 13

Is there car parking available?

Accepted Answer

There is no designated parking for North and South Apartments residents, however you can purchase a permit or pay casually. The closest parking facilities are located in Car Park 6, opposite the accommodation complex.

Question 14

What are the costs associated with an early termination of the agreement?

Accepted Answer

The cost of terminating the agreement early is the continued payment of the residence fees until a replacement takes over or on the initial end date of the agreement.

Question 15

Am I allowed to have visitors?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you are allowed to have visitors visiting you, however visitors are not allowed to remain in the residential precinct between 10:00pm and 8:00am.

Question 16

Am I allowed to have guests stay overnight?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you are allowed to have guests stay overnight with you. You must submit a request through your StarRez portal 48 hours prior to the guests&rsquo; arrival. Guests are only permitted to stay for 2 consecutive nights.

Question 17

Is there an application fee?

Accepted Answer

No

Question 18

Do I have to pay all my rent upfront?

Accepted Answer

No. In order to secure a room/apartment, you must pay a security deposit of &#36;650.00 before you check-in.

Question 19

Is there a cancellation fee once I have secured an apartment?

Accepted Answer

No. No cancellation fee applies if you cancel before the agreement commences.

Question 20

What hours is reception open?

Accepted Answer

Our reception desk is open between the hours of 9:00am &ndash; 7:00pm on weekdays and 9:00am to 5:00pm on weekends. A Night Manager is also on duty between the hours of 6:30pm &ndash; 2:30am Monday night to Friday night.

Question 21

Can I receive mail and packages whilst staying the property?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can. You will need to collect any mail or parcels from Australia Post in the Agora.

Question 22

Are the rooms serviced?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our studio bathrooms and shared kitchens and bathrooms are cleaned weekly. There are also vacuum cleaners available at reception to hire.

Question 23

Do I need to organise my own content insurance?

Accepted Answer

Yes. This is not included in your rental payments.

Question 24

Do I need to purchase a mattress protector?

Accepted Answer

No, mattress protectors are provided.

Question 25

How do I secure an apartment?

Accepted Answer

Your apartment will be secured once you have signed your student occupancy agreement, paid your security deposit bond and completed the online induction modules.

Question 26

Are meals provided?

Accepted Answer

We do not provided meals, however there is breakfast and dinner catering options available at an additional cost.

Question 27

Are there any bicycle bay or storage available?

Accepted Answer

There is a bike storage located at the South Apartments on College Drive. Only students who have informed reception that they have a bicycle will have access to this space, with a swipe key card.

Question 28

If I wanted to break my lease, what are the costs associated with this?

Accepted Answer

If you wish to terminate your lease early, you will need to pay the rent for the remainder of the contract or find a replacement to take over.

Question 29

What electricity cost am I responsible for?

Accepted Answer

Electricity, gas and water are all included in the rent.

Question 30

How and when is rent payable?

Accepted Answer

Each resident will be given access to the residents&rsquo; portal when you check-in. You can pay your rent via this portal, via bank transfer, or make payment at reception with a debit or credit card. Please note your rent is payable monthly by the 5th business day of each month.