Undergraduate and Postgraduate housing

The Student Success Fund supports Home (UK) undergraduate students who meet one or more of our Widening Participation criteria, including:

• care leavers, estranged students, young carers, or forced migrants
• students eligible for Free School Meals (FSM)
• students who attended a widening participation school
• students from underrepresented postcodes

Funding is limited, with priority given to care leavers, estranged students, young carers, forced migrants, and students eligible for Free School Meals.

Further information about our Widening Participation criteria and definitions can be found here.

If you are identified as eligible based on the information provided in your UCAS or direct application, our Widening Participation team will contact you to confirm eligibility and guide you through the next steps.

Each year, you will complete a short form to confirm your living arrangements and bank details to ensure payments are processed smoothly.

If you are planning to live in student accommodation or private rented housing, you can request an advance payment of up to £270 to help cover deposits or holding fees before starting at Northeastern University London.

This advance is deducted from your first instalment, so you still receive your full annual funding entitlement.

Yes. The Student Success Fund is separate from the Bursary, and eligible students can receive both.

The Northeastern University London Bursary is based on household income and requires a separate application. The Student Success Fund supports students from specific Widening Participation backgrounds, regardless of household income.

Find out more about funding and financial support to help you cover the costs of university here.

Questions about the Student Success Fund. Contact the Widening Participation team at wp.team@nulondon.ac.uk.

At present, accommodation is not booked directly through Northeastern University London. We recommend exploring the three housing pathways outlined above: Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA), private rental, or commuting from home.

Finding the right place to call home is an important part of starting your studies, and our Housing Team is here to help.

After exploring the housing options above, if you have further questions or would like personalised advice, you can book a 1:1 appointment with our Senior Housing Officer. They will talk through your options, answer your questions, and guide you towards the most relevant and reliable resources.

Click here to book an appointment.

Northeastern University London’s campus is in Zone 1, in central London, with excellent transport links across the capital. Many students choose to live within Zone 1 or Zone 2, keeping their commute to around 30 minutes. Others opt for neighbourhoods in Zones 3 or 4, where accommodation can offer greater value while still providing straightforward and reliable journeys by Tube, train or bus.

London’s integrated transport network makes commuting simple, giving you flexibility in where you choose to live.

When you begin your search will depend on the housing pathway you choose.

If you’re considering purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA), we recommend starting as soon you accept your offer to Northeastern University London. Some exclusive Northeastern University London discounts expire in the spring, while other providers operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Booking early generally gives you the broadest selection of rooms and access to the most competitive rates.

If you plan to rent privately, London’s housing market can move quickly. Most students begin their active search during the summer months, but it’s wise to start preparing earlier by setting a realistic budget, identifying preferred neighbourhoods, and reviewing commuting options to campus. Starting early helps you secure accommodation with confidence and avoid last-minute pressure.

You can apply directly using the booking links provided for each PBSA listed above. The accommodation provider will confirm you are eligible to use the discount code. Using these links ensures you receive the preferred rates and offers available to Northeastern University London students. If you book without the code, you will not receive the Northeastern University London discount, and we cannot guarantee that the provider will apply it retrospectively.

Accommodation booking deadlines often fall before academic results are confirmed. We strongly recommend reviewing the individual provider’s refund and cancellation policy carefully before making a booking.

Each accommodation provider sets their own terms and conditions, including policies relating to cancellations and deposit refunds if you do not meet your offer conditions.

If you are unsure about any aspect of your contract, or would like clarification on your specific circumstances, please contact the accommodation provider directly. They will be able to advise you based on your individual booking and their terms.

If you’re exploring private rentals, it’s important to understand the full cost of living – not just the monthly rent.

Some properties include bills (such as gas, electricity, water and internet) within the rental price, while others require you to set these up and pay separately. If bills are not included, you’ll need to budget for these additional costs each month.

You should also consider:

• Deposit requirements (usually up to five weeks’ rent)
• Upfront payments, such as the first month’s rent
• Whether the property is furnished or unfurnished
• The length of the tenancy agreement
• How bills will be shared if you’re living with others

If you’re sharing with flatmates, dividing bills can help reduce individual costs – but it’s important to agree clearly how payments will be managed.

Taking time to review all costs carefully will help you budget confidently and avoid unexpected expenses.

Full-time students are typically exempt from paying council tax, but you must apply for exemption through the local council and provide proof of student status. If you live with non-students, different rules may apply.

Many private landlords and PBSAs require a UK-based guarantor – someone who agrees to cover rent if you are unable to pay. If you do not have a UK guarantor, some providers offer paid guarantor services as an alternative. It’s important to check requirements before committing to a tenancy.

We recommend that students who do not have a UK-based guarantor look at Housing Hand.

Northeastern University London provides accommodation referrals to help students identify suitable housing options based on location, price, and availability. These listings are offered for guidance only and do not constitute endorsement or guarantee by the University.

Students are encouraged to carry out their own research and, where possible, attend viewings before entering into any agreement. All tenancy agreements are made directly between the student and the accommodation provider. Northeastern University London is not responsible for the management of the property or for matters arising during the tenancy.