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Not bad but extremely expensive for what you get, but that’s the same throughout York... Decent enough but had a few problems with silverfish (accidentally brought a few back with me when I moved out too...) - but I reported the problem through their online system and the next day someone came round to spray the room. They were always very quick to solve problem like gone out lights and blocked plug holes. Alcuin staff were amazing too - so helpful and made sure everyone felt at home!!! Close to campus too so very convenient!

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By member441121
On 6th August 19
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University of York Hall Rankings


iQ The Brickworks #6
Langwith College #7
James College #8
Goodricke College #9
The Boulevard #10
Derwent College #11
Constantine College #12
Vanbrugh College #13
Alcuin College #14
Halifax College #15

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Most helpful review

Not bad but extremely expensive for what you get, but that’s the same throughout York... Decent enough but had a few problems with silverfish (accidentally brought a few back with me when I moved out too...) - but I reported the problem through their online system and the next day someone came round to spray the room. They were always very quick to solve problem like gone out lights and blocked plug holes. Alcuin staff were amazing too - so helpful and made sure everyone felt at home!!! Close to campus too so very convenient!

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By member441121
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Can I book a room for 2 months?
By member771598 On 16th September 22
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What is the postcode for the nearest carpark for Alcuin ?
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Why there is no areal map with Alcuin blocks marked??
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Student Review: 2 /5
By member1266829 On 3rd March 22 verified Verified student

It’s actually unbearable living in Alcuin. There a two builds know as old quad and new quad and both are equally horrible despite one being “modern”. Firstly the bathrooms. Do not expect to have a pleasant shower here because what you have is a glorified wet room. In new quad you at least have more space but expect your room to become flooded because that’s what will happen, it might even spill into your room too if you’re lucky! Also the silverfish! Because of all the damp you’re gonna have to become best mates with them. Not only will they scurry around on the floor, find their way into your sink and scale the walls, they make their way into the rooms, kitchen, drawers! You cannot escape them. Old quad is worse for them because there are huge gaps under the doors. The bedroom and bathroom ones. “Fire doors” but with how big the gaps are it won’t be impossible for them to spread underneath. There’s just something about alcuin that will leave you depressed.

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Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member441121 On 6th August 19 verified Verified student

Not bad but extremely expensive for what you get, but that’s the same throughout York... Decent enough but had a few problems with silverfish (accidentally brought a few back with me when I moved out too...) - but I reported the problem through their online system and the next day someone came round to spray the room. They were always very quick to solve problem like gone out lights and blocked plug holes. Alcuin staff were amazing too - so helpful and made sure everyone felt at home!!! Close to campus too so very convenient!

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Student Review: 4.3 /5
By member738198 On 19th May 19 verified Verified student

Amazing when you’re sharing with nice people but can be a horrible experience when there are horrible flatmates, but that’s little to do with the university, just something that has to be put up with.

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Student Review: 2 /5
By member736821 On 29th March 19 verified Verified student

Such a disappointment. Our rooms are big but extremely run down (I am in an older block), and the whole place just feels like a retirement home. I was only fortunate that my housemates are friendly! I have not spoken to anyone from any other houses or flats in Alcuin. Go for Derwent! It's not really any worse, it's far cheaper, and you're much more likely to enjoy your first year!

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Student Review: 3.1 /5
By member528929 On 2nd November 17 verified Verified student

Nice size rooms that look nice, good location close to classes. Only have 1 common room (JCR) which is tiny and dingy with nothing good to do inside. Lots of silverfish in my room (30 in a month). To say we're paying £6k a year for a shoebox room and tiny ensuite you'd expect it to be free of silverfish.

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Student Review: 4.1 /5
By member620288 On 6th December 15 verified Verified student

I love Alcuin. The CSA organise a great diversity of events.

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member515392 On 12th September 15 verified Verified student

Amazing college. Nothing beats being a 2 min walk from class and in nice halls and with great people.

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Student Review: 3.4 /5
By knowledgeablebert On 21st August 15 verified Verified student

Slightly secluded but thats the draw, alcuin is like living in suburbia behind the library. means you can escape to your own little world with rabbits and cats and the occasional duck.

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Student Review: 2 /5
By member107970 On 27th April 15 verified Verified student

Good accommodation. Most boring college ever! Avoid if you enjoy having a social life.

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member117864 On 27th April 15 verified Verified student

Great college especially for sport

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Student Review: 3.7 /5
By member107830 On 27th April 15 verified Verified student

Alcuin sport is great for meeting new people.

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