An administration fee of $79 is payable on application. This is a non-refundable fee that entitles you to be included in any necessary selection procedures for room allocation and does not guarantee you a room in the accommodation.
If accepted, a bond must also be paid to confirm your room booking. If you are accepted into the accommodation but are subsequently unable to take the course you have applied for, the bond will be refunded provided notice is given by the withdrawal date deadline.
There are three options available to pay for your rent at Otautahi House:
- Pay the full amount at the start of your studies by cheque or direct payment
- Pay half of the fees at the start of your studies and the other half in June/July
- Monthly automatic payments (this will require a guarantor).
Holiday periods and work experience time are charged.
The cost of food is your responsibility. An approximate cost for food and rent would be approximately $200 per week or more depending on variable costs.
Social activities are arranged throughout the year, such as barbecues, pizza nights and an end of year function. A fee of $100 covers the cost of these activities.
There is on-site parking at a cost of approximately $50 per month. As space is limited, parking spaces are balloted. If you miss out on the parking at Otautahi House you still have the option of secure parking on CPIT grounds, also at a cost of approximately $50 per month.