Student Housing in Denmark
How to land a dorm room (kollegium), private room, shared flat or studio—typical costs by city, the best sites, deposit rules, and what to watch out for as an international student.
Overview: what to expect
🏢 Dorms (kollegium)
Affordable and social; waiting lists common in big cities.
🛏️ Private rooms
Fastest to secure; shared kitchens/bathrooms lower costs.
🏡 Studios
Most privacy, higher price—apply early.
🔄 Sublets
Great for one semester; verify the landlord and contract.
📅 Timing
Peak demand Aug–Oct & Jan–Feb. Start searches ASAP.
🧾 Paperwork
Expect ID, admission proof, deposit (1–3 months), and written contract.
Types of student housing
🏢 Student dormitory
Most popular; communal areas and events; apply via local portals.
🏠 Room in shared flat
Live with students/locals; interviews (“roommate vibe”) are common.
🏩 Private studio
Self-contained; more expensive but flexible.
🔄 Sublet/short-term
Bridge the gap while waiting for a permanent place.
👨👩👧👦 Family options
Ask student services—some family apartments exist.
🤝 Live with locals
Cultural immersion; often lower rent for help/house rules.
Typical costs (monthly)
Copenhagen: DKK 3,500–6,000 for dorm/shared; studios from ~DKK 5,500.
Aarhus: DKK 2,800–5,000 depending on area and size.
Odense & Aalborg: DKK 2,500–4,000 common for dorm/shared rooms.
Deposit: Usually 1–3 months’ rent + first month upfront. Always get a written contract.
Where to find rooms
Websites: KKIK, BoligPortal, Lejebolig, plus your university’s portal.
Dorm queues: Register as soon as you have your admission letter—don’t wait for a visa/CPR.
Social media: University groups & “Student Housing City” groups can move fast.
Avoid scams: View in person/virtually, verify the address & landlord, and never wire cash to strangers.
Application tips
⏰ Apply early & widely
Register with multiple dorm portals and rental sites to widen options.
🧑💻 Have docs ready
Admission letter, photo ID, references; CPR can often be provided after move-in.
🙋 Be flexible
Accept a decent temporary room first—swap later via internal lists.
Useful links
🎓 KKIK (Copenhagen)
🌐 BoligPortal
🏠 Lejebolig
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📝 CPR & registration
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🇩🇰 Living in Denmark
Frequently asked questions
⌛ How early should I apply?
As soon as you’re admitted. Register for dorm queues and set alerts on rental sites.
💶 What does a room cost?
Typically DKK 2,500–6,000/month depending on city and room type.
🧾 Do I need CPR to apply?
You can often apply before CPR. Register your address & get CPR quickly after arrival.
🔐 How to avoid scams?
Never prepay without a contract and viewing; use secure platforms; beware of urgency tactics.
🇬🇧 Will English be enough?
Yes—student housing is very international. Basic Danish helps with everyday life.
🔁 Can I swap later?
Usually yes. Many dorms have internal waiting lists for preferred rooms.
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