For new students are advised to register early for on-campus accommodation, however they must be prepared not to get a place on campus. Therefore it is worth preparing to look for accommodations outside of campus. Although this may require time, additional costs and patience. However, students do not need to worry too much about it. International Office staff will help new students to find suitable accommodation on request. 

If before their arrival in Padang new students have not found a suitable place to live, they will be advised to stay in temporary accommodation until they find accommodation, both on campus and off campus.