Booking as a Group: How to Live with Your Friends

Sharing the experience of moving to university with your squad makes the transition much smoother. At Universal Student Living, we know that living with friends can help create a supportive environment where you can truly relax into your studies and social life. To get started, you should browse our available properties and identify a flat that fits your group size.

The process is easy. Once you have found your ideal location, each member of the group needs to complete an individual application. It is important to mention your friends’ names in the notes or ‘group booking’ section of the application form because this helps our team recognise that you want to be placed together.

Group Booking Feature	Details
Ideal Group Size	4 to 8 people
Room Types	Shared flats with en-suites or non-en-suites
Booking Requirement	All members should apply around the same time
Key Benefit	Living with people you already know and trust

What are the Benefits of Booking Together?

Choosing to live with friends removes the uncertainty of moving in with strangers, allowing you to build a community from day one. You can coordinate your routines, share chores, and ensure the vibe of the flat matches your collective personality.

For the more organised students, booking as a group is a good way to secure a high-quality living space early in the booking cycle. By acting together, you avoid the risk of being split across different floors or buildings, ensuring your group stays together throughout the academic year.

How to Streamline Your Booking Experience

• Communicate Early: Discuss your budget and preferred room types (such as en-suite vs shared bathroom) to ensure everyone is on the same page.
• Appoint a Lead Booker: Having one person to track everyone’s application progress can be very efficient.
• Check the Deadlines: Student accommodation in popular areas can fill up quickly; you should aim to book as soon as your group is ready.
• Be Inclusive: Ensure everyone feels welcome and involved in the decision-making process.

Booking Your Room

If we’ve inspired you and your friend group to make the move together, explore our range of student accommodation in the UK today. We cannot wait to welcome you to one of our properties later this year.

FAQs

Can we add someone to our group booking later?

This is only possible if there are still vacant rooms within the same cluster. However, because spaces fill quickly, we recommend booking your full group together to avoid disappointment.

What if one person in our group cancels?

If a group member cancels, the room becomes available for another student to book. In some cases, you may be able to suggest a replacement friend to take over the tenancy, though you should verify the specific cancellation policy for your chosen property.