The University of Otago has 15 residential colleges located within a short distance of the campus. First year students at the University of Otago will be invited to apply for a residential college via Te Puna during the University admission application process.
Who is this available to
Residential colleges are available to prospective students for their first year of study. Current students are eligible to apply but limited spaces are available for second year. Pathway Te Huarahi programme students, Otago Polytechnic Students, Tū Kahika and Pacific Foundation Scholarship students are eligible to apply for selected residential colleges.
How do I apply for a residential college
First year students
First year students at the University of Otago will be invited to apply for a residential college via Te Puna during the University admission application process.
To initiate a Te Puna portal login:
- Log in to eVision.
- Click the Residential Colleges and Uni Flats link under the My Details box.
- Select the Login with personal email button to log in to Te Puna.
- You will be required to reset your password. Click on the Forgotten/Reset Password link and wait for an email to arrive.
International students under the age of 18 can only apply for Aquinas, Salmond, or Toroa residential colleges.
Pathway, Tū Kahika, Pacific Foundation Scholarship, Otago Polytechnic, and second year University students
You can apply for a residential college via the Te Puna student accommodation portal:
- Go to the Te Puna student accommodation portal.
- Click on Register in the top left-hand corner of the welcome screen.
- Follow the onscreen instructions to begin your application.
Otago Polytechnic students may only apply for a place at Salmond College.
Tū Kahika and Pacific Foundation Scholarship students may only apply for Studholme College.
How much does it cost
Visit this article for information about the fees for staying in a residential college.