Your Next You Starts Here
Set yourself up for success at the University of Alberta. First-year residence applications are now open.
Learn MoreDid You Know?
- Spring/Summer AND Fall applications are now open, apply now!
- Applying to an upper-year residence? You can choose your building and room during the Room Selection process that opens in mid March! Apply by March 1 to receive priority access and be among the first to select your unit! This applies to students looking for Spring/Summer 2026 AND Fall 2026, or just Fall 2026.
- If you apply for both Spring/Summer 2026 AND Fall 2026, you will be able to choose where you want to live for the Fall Term AND to move into your Fall Term space at the beginning of your Spring/Summer contract and not have to move to another room assignment in July
- Did you meet your new bestie(s) this year and want to live with them in Residence? You can choose your roommate(s) by selecting each other during the Roommate Search process that opens in the Spring. Don't have someone in mind that you'd like to live with? That's okay! You will also be able to select a roommate during the Roommate Search process, being able access other resident's descriptions of themselves and view Room Matching Questionnaire responses that will help you find a roommate match!
WINTER Term Residence Fees
Winter Term residence fees will be posted to Bear Tracks accounts by January 15 and payments are due by January 30. See our Payment + Fees page for more information. Questions about your charges? Email housing@ualberta.ca and we'll be happy to help.
Benefits of living in residence
Get the most out of your university experience. Residence is the foundation for you to do, and be, your best.
Higher GPA
Lifelong connections
Peer tutor program
Meal plan
Leadership training
Work where you live
Steps from campus life
Academics in residence
Get the most out of your university experience
Benefit from unparalleled services and programs that support your success.
Focus on your studies, not your stomach
Instead of grocery shopping, meal planning and washing dishes, you can concentrate on your studies and enjoy your university life.
Let us show you around! Take a tour
Discover what life is like in residence. Check out the different room options and pick what works for you.




Additional first-year residence experiences
Peter Lougheed Hall
Located on the edge of Edmonton's stunning river valley, this distinct first-year residence is supported through programs to foster social connections and academic achievements.
Résidence Saint-Jean
Une communauté tissée-serré située au coeur du quartier francophone d’Edmonton où on s’engage à vivre uniquement en français.
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