As a student who is going to study abroad, looking for accommodation at the destination can be one of the most challenging experiences of the entire mobility process. Searching for accommodation can be especially stressful at times, due to the language barrier, lack of knowledge about the local real estate market, and concerns about safety and comfort. This is where universities have a crucial role in facilitating this search, providing resources that can help their new students settle into an unfamiliar environment.

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Tips to help students

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- Provide detailed information: Universities should provide clear information about the accommodation options available so that students can make informed decisions.

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- Create an Accommodation Guide: A specific accommodation guide for international students can be very useful. This guide should include advice on how to look for accommodation, what questions to ask potential landlords, and what documents are necessary to rent a home abroad.

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- Host webinars and workshops: You can provide students with practical information and answer their questions in real time.

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- Establish local contacts: Collaborate with accommodation platforms like Lodgerin to create a network of contacts that can facilitate the housing search process.

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Essential information that your students should know

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It is essential that universities offer clear and detailed information to facilitate this search and ensure that their students feel safe and well adapted to what will be their new home. Below, we detail the four essential points that every university should provide to its international students:

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- Available accommodation options: Details about university residences, housing alternatives, their location, prices, etc.

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- Search process and requirements: Instructions on how to search for accommodation, documents required to rent, information about the rental contract, etc.

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- Tenant rights and obligations: Information about local legislation, how to protect yourself from scams and other situations that may occur.

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- Safety and daily life tips: Recommendations on safe and convenient neighborhoods for students, as well as that the home is well connected to public transportation.

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Why collaborate with mobility experts?

Companies like Lodgerin offer a wide range of housing options, rooms or residences to book in a safe and efficient way and help international students find their temporary accommodation. Not only that, but they offer support and guidance throughout the booking process, helping students find the option that best fits their needs.

In addition, Lodgerin offers accompaniment services to students throughout their stay abroad to make them feel at home and prepare individualized projects for a successful international mobility program experience.

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Advantages of working with Lodgerin:

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- Verified options: All properties listed on Lodgerin are verified to ensure their quality and safety.  

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- Personalized support: Lodgerin offers personalized support to help students at every step of the search and rental process as well as during the stay unlike other platforms.  

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- Personalized services: Lodgerin provides a range of services such as 24/7 attention, medical support, webinars, emergency phone, multilingual attention, orientation and guidance during the stay... Individualized projects to provide solutions to your students' needs.

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Helping international students find suitable accommodation provides value to universities. By offering resources, support and partnerships with specialized platforms such as Lodgerin, institutions can ensure that their students start their experience abroad in a positive way and without unnecessary stress. By implementing these strategies, universities not only enhance their students' experience, but also strengthen their reputation as institutions committed to the well-being of their student community.

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