What you will notice when you walk through the front doors.

Our space – your home

Feel at home instantly with our expansive lawn & garden area, our bright, vibrant dining hall, the heart of the college, where we share Kai.

See our spaces

Pastoral care with faces

Your safety and well-being are our top priorities. Our team of pastoral staff are there for you through the transition to tertiary study and living.

Pastoral care at Salmond

Be yourself, on your own terms

At Salmond, we're known for more than just a place to stay. It's about the lively community we've built here.

Life at Salmond

Welcome to Salmond College

It is a pleasure to welcome you to Salmond College, which we affectionately refer to as the ‘Mond.

Salmond is all about people – the 261 students who come from all parts of the country and the world for tertiary study in Dunedin, alongside the staff who are here to support them along the way. Salmond has always been known for its welcoming atmosphere created by its friendly staff. It’s a place which creates whanaungatanga – relationship, kinship, a sense of family connection.  Salmond’s mission encourages the young people who call it home to not only study hard but to enjoy themselves and spend their year discovering more about themselves and others.

As a bonus, the college is located alongside the Dunedin Botanical Gardens and set in beautiful grounds. This provides an indoor-outdoor flow second to none.

Year after year, feedback from residents tells us that those who are lucky enough to call the ‘Mond their home are so glad they had the opportunity to be a part of the community. They tell us the vibe is welcoming, the staff are caring and the food is fantastic. It is a privilege to lead a college with such a warm atmosphere, created by a talented staff who are here to serve.

When you visit, my hope is that you will sense some of the ‘Mond magic, and you will be back for more.

Nick Bates
Head of College/Tautiaki

The shape of the place

261

Residents

15

Minute walk to campus

21

Meals a week

1971

To now

Explore what the 'Mond has to offer

Salmond College houses 261 residents in single rooms, all under one roof. We're lucky to have great facilities and plenty of space.

Straight from the hearts of those who have lived here

I chose Salmond because of the staff when I came for the open day in 2025. I felt welcome and calm when I walked into Salmond; I felt like I could live there when I saw it for the very first time.

Sophie

Wonderful environment, wonderful people, a true home away from home.

Lukas

Absolutely love Salmond! So glad that I got to here. It was my first choice because of the amazing friendly staff, the homey atmosphere and especially that it has a mixture of both Otago Uni and Polytechnic students.

Ollie

Met the senior staff when I visited and knew I wanted to live at Salmond – they were approachable and friendly, and made me feel welcome.

Aimee

Good choice, incredible food, made great friendships, great water pressure and always warm.

Lillie

Staying at Salmond has allowed me to find myself and has even sparked my interest in different roles around the college that I never would have thought of before uni.

Anisha

The food at Salmond has really gone past my expectations. Every meal served is packed with flavour. Even if I’m skeptical for what's on the menu and get it anyways, it's always very good. They also encourage you to go back for seconds so you'll never go hungry.

Poppy

Life at the ‘Mond is cool. All the staff are lovely, and I feel supported from every direction.

Maia

The food has well and truly exceeded expectations; I love how you can cook your own eggs for breakfast, and waffles, and the food is so delicious.

Tim

Come and see The 'Mond for yourself

You don't know until you come and have a look…

Book a tour 03 473 0750