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Prepare for arrival in halls

Booked your room and accepted your confirmation of accommodation document? All you need to do now is get ready to move in

This page helps you with information on arrival dates, when you will receive induction information, and what'll be in it.

Your 2026/27 academic year contract starts on these dates:

  • Butler's Wharf Residence: Sunday 31 August 2026
  • Lilian Knowles House and Robeson House: Saturday 12 September 2026
  • Sidney Webb House: Sunday 6 September 2026
  • University of London (UoL) halls: 13 September 2026
  • All other halls (LSE): 20 September 2026
  • urbanest Westminster Bridge: 12 September 2026

You'll be able to access your halls induction from your accommodation account, after you've completed the 'Confirmation of Accommodation' process. We will send you an email in August or September to invite you to do this.

The online induction includes:

  • advice on what to pack 
  • booking your arrival slot
  • a list of welcome events at your hall and on campus 
  • an introduction to the staff team at your hall 
  • travel directions from your hall to campus

Facilities information

What we provide in each hall [PDF]

Table of bed sizes in halls [PDF]

Information for residents

Information for students living in halls

Halls Life: one stop channel for students in halls

Watch our series of YouTube videos with tips and advice about arrival, safety and communities in halls of residence at LSE.

Arriving early, before your contract starts 

You may be able to arrive before your contract starts, but the process depends on which hall you're in for term time. For details, visit: Arriving early at your hall

Arriving late 

If you expect to arrive later than the official arrival date, you must contact the LSE Accommodation Office. We'll remind you to do this in the online halls induction (LSE halls and Sidney Webb House only).

Haven't booked yet? Visit: Book accommodation in halls