housing
Student Housing is Available!
Student housing is available off-campus in apartments, duplexes, and houses. The Enrollment Planning Office assigns and reserves housing for all new incoming students before the semester begins. Each student will be given the opportunity to list housing preferences on the Housing Application. The Enrollment Planning Office will make every effort to assign housing for students before arrival on the island to make the transition as smooth as possible. All students must submit the Housing Application in order to be assigned housing in advance.
Roommates
It is recommended that students have a roommate during their first semester at IAU. When sharing an apartment, each student will have a private bedroom but may have to share a bathroom, living area, and kitchen. Students will be assigned to roommates according to living styles and compatibility based on the housing application. Students who wish to live without a roommate should apply early due to the limited availability of one bedroom apartments.
Location and Amenities
The University carefully selects housing in safe, quiet neighborhoods, located within a 5-10 minute drive from campus. Most apartments are located near other IAU student residences, often on the same street. All apartments come fully furnished including kitchen appliances, dishes, bed linens, washing machine, TV, and other necessities. All apartments have air-conditioning, cable, and internet (unless otherwise specified).
Utilities
Water is an important commodity in Saint Lucia and is conserved as much as possible. All apartments come equipped with water heaters and water tanks. Tap water is considered safe to drink but water coolers and water bottles are also widely available for purchase.
There are two major internet companies in Saint Lucia: Lime and Karib Cable. Most apartments come equipped with internet connections ready for use. Students needing to set up internet connections in their apartments can do so through one of these companies after arrival in Saint Lucia.
Students may be responsible for the following amenities:
- Gas
- Internet
- Cable
- Water
Specific housing details will be provided to each student at the time of placement.
Student Living Expenses:
- Approximately $5000 USD per year
- Roughly $400- $420 USD per month
Housing:
- The University carefully selects housing in safe, quiet neighborhoods which are located within a 5 minute drive from the campus
- Student housing is available off-campus in apartments, duplexes and houses
- Student Services assigns and reserves housing for all new incoming students before the semester begins
- All Housing are fully furnished and include all Cooking and Eating Utensils.
- Listed Below are Housing Options available. These prices do not include water or electricity charges.
| Studio (Single Bed Room) | 2 Bedroom apartment | Family Unit Apartments (above 3 rooms up to 5) | |
| Rate (Single): | $400- 450 | $475-574 | $750- 800 |
| Rate per person (Roommates): | No Option | $225-300 | $250-300 |
| Occupancy Limit | 1 | 1-2 | 4-5 |
| Availability | Not always available | Majority Available | Limited Options |
Common Monthly Expenses:
(List that can be split between roommates)
- Internet = $50 USD
- Water = $25 USD
- Electricity = $60 USD
Note: These listed amounts are not always accurate- depends on usage of persons
Food Expenses:
- 2 meals/day 6 times a week will cost $225 USD/ Month per student (approximately $10 USD/day)
- Cuisine is Indian Food: Will be a combination of Veg and Non Veg
- However most international students prefer to cook by themselves. They find it easier and a good break from studies.
Transportation:
- University transportation is available from campus to residence as pick-up and drop-off shuttle services (7:15 am- 9:00 pm)
Health Insurance:
- All students are required to carry basic health insurance coverage and emergency evacuation insurance during their stay on the island. *Options will be provided during orientation.*
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