September 19th, 2025
The student housing sector is at a pivotal juncture. As campuses, developers, and investors navigate evolving housing trends, sustainability, affordability, and enhanced living models, conferences offer an essential platform to connect, learn, and innovate.
From North America to Europe, these gatherings unite stakeholders, owners, operators, developers, facility managers, university leaders, and service providers, to address the most pressing challenges and opportunities shaping the future of student living. Whether your focus is design, investment, operations, or community engagement, the right conference can spark actionable insights and impactful partnerships.
Our Student Housing Conferences 2025 / 2026 lineup highlights the most influential events on the calendar, so you can plan ahead, attend with purpose, and elevate your role in the sector. Have a look at the conferences below with links provided to find out more and register for the events.
When: April 9–11, 2025
Where: JW Marriott, Austin, TX
Why Attend: Now in its 17th year, this premier gathering brings together top owners, investors, developers, operators, lenders, architects, and vendors. Expect 20+ panels, over 100 speakers, exhibit hall access, networking receptions, and the Innovator Awards reception.
When: May 13, 2025
Where: London, UK
Why Attend: The 16th annual edition focuses on investment trends, design innovation, and affordability across London and Southeast residential markets. Attendees benefit from sector-leading panels and high-value networking.
When: June 28 – July 1, 2025
Where: Columbus, OH
Why Attend: ACUHO-I’s flagship gathering for campus housing professionals features dynamic keynotes, practical sessions, networking events, expos, and a lively conference environment, all geared toward innovative solutions in campus housing.
When: October 13 – 16, 2025
Where: St. Louis, MO
Why Attend: A focused event for facility leaders and operations professionals alike, emphasizing residence hall design, systems, and maintenance—with forward-looking strategies to tackle aging infrastructure and shifting student expectations.
When: October 20 – 22, 2025
Where: Hyatt Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ
Why Attend: Organized by NMHC’s Student Housing Council, this is a leading event for owners, operators, investors, lenders, and university partners—offering key insights, tools, and industry connections.
When: May 6 – 8, 2026
Where: Los Angeles, CA
Why Attend: A sector-spanning conference covering student and workforce housing development. It offers education and expo components to inform and inspire professionals seeking scalable, community-centered housing solutions.
When: October 19–21, 2026
Where: Hyatt Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ
Why Attend: Continuation of NMHC’s prominent annual gathering—bringing together private sector leaders across off-campus housing, public-private partnerships, finance, and development.
When: June 21st - 24th, 2026
Where: Orlando, FL
Why Attend: The next edition of ACUHO-I’s annual conference promises to deliver fresh ideas, inspiration, and connections—now taking place in a vibrant new location.
When: June 4th, 2025
Where: T3 Bayside, Toronto, ON
Why Attend: This event brings together Canadian and international student housing leaders, developers, investors, operators, and policymakers, to explore evolving investment strategies, development trends, and operational insights in a beautifully modern waterfront setting.
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