Allocation Rules

  • Only students enrolled at UW can apply for long-term housing.
  • Students may also apply for a couple’s apartment. Both applicants must be students enrolled at UW.
  • Please note that while you may indicate a preferred room, we cannot guarantee that you will be assigned that specific unit.

Priority & Waiting List

  • New students have priority for housing until May 15th

  • After that date, applications are placed on a waiting list

  • If you are offered a room from the waiting list:
    • You will receive an email notification

    • You must respond within 2 days

    • If no response is received, the offer will be given to the next applicant

Rental Period

  • The standard rental period is from August 17th to June 30th.
  • Tenants may apply to extend their stay until August 14th.
  • To request an extension, please email studentagardar@uw.is before January 31st each year.

Please note:
Current tenants are given priority for extended stays.

Lease Terms

  • The lease is for a fixed term and cannot be cancelled during the rental period.
  • In exceptional circumstances, tenants may request to terminate the lease early.
  • Such requests are handled on a case-by-case basis and require agreement with the housing office.