Most students at Hamburg University of Applied Sciences live in student dormitories operated by Studierendenwerk Hamburg, which manages around 25–26 residence halls across the city. These dorms offer furnished rooms and shared apartments at relatively affordable rents compared to the private market. Accommodation typically includes furnished rooms, shared kitchens, and shared bathrooms, with rents generally starting around €300–€480 per month including utilities depending on location and room type. These housing units are highly demanded and often have waiting lists. Students usually need to apply online through Studierendenwerk Hamburg, but international or exchange students often apply via their university’s International Office rather than directly. Rooms are allocated based on availability, and not all applicants receive housing due to limited capacity. Apart from dormitories, students commonly choose shared apartments (Wohngemeinschaft/WG) or private rentals. These are found through housing portals and are popular but competitive due to Hamburg’s high rental demand. Students are advised to start searching early and consider multiple platforms.