Spring and Summer Housing

Residence has a number of options to meet the needs of students requiring spring and summer housing, which is available from May 3 to August 1. Here you will find information on contracts and rates, how to apply, moving in and out details and more.

If you have a confirmed spot in residence for Fall 2024, you will not be required to move out between terms but will need to relocate to your Fall assignment on July 26. Further details will be sent to you via email during the summer.

Spring and Summer Residences

Spaces in spring and summer housing are planned to be available in the following buildings, based on operational requirements. Students will be applying for a space, not a specific building. Assignments will be based on vacancies and consolidated space.

Contracts and Rates

All contract lengths are fixed and do not include proration for shorter stays. Rates include heat, water, power, tenant insurance and wireless internet. Apply early, all contracts are subject to availability.

Contract	Months	Pricing	Payment Deadline
Contract 1	May 3 - August 1	$2,730 ($910/month)	May 14
Contract 2	May 3 - June 30	$1,820 ($910/month)	May 14
Contract 3	June 1 - August 1	$1,820 ($910/month)	June 8

 

How to Apply

When applying for Spring and Summer housing, no building preference is required; assignments are based on vacancies and consolidated space.

1. Complete the online application (available February 15) for Spring and Summer.
2. Keep an eye on your U of A email. Room offers start going out in mid March.
3. Confirm your room offer promptly and pay your $500 residence deposit, following the instructions in your room offer email.

Eligibility

U of A students in active degree programs or enrolled in Intersession courses are eligible for Spring and Summer residence. To qualify, students must have a valid U of A student ID number, as well as a valid Campus Computing ID (CCID) and password.

Roommate requests

We accept and prioritize roommate requests submitted by April 1 in shared apartments if all residents agree and request to live with each other. While we strive to accommodate, we cannot guarantee fulfillment of all requests.

Cancellation policy

There is no penalty for cancelling your reservation before the spring and summer contract start date. However, once the contract starts, the residence deposit and rent are non-refundable.

Please note, the $25 application fee is non-refundable in all circumstances.

Moving in

For NON-current residents

Don’t forget to bring your government-issued ID when picking up your keys. Key pickup locations for Contracts 1 & 2:

On May 3:

• International House (Residence Services Office) | 12 - 4 p.m.
• Lister Centre (Student & Guest Services Desk) | 5 - 11 p.m.

On May 4 & 5:

• Lister Centre (Student & Guest Services Desk) | 7 a.m. - 11 p.m.

From May 6 onwards:

• International House (Residence Services Office | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

For current residents

You will remain in your current unit and transfer to your Spring and Summer assignment between May 10-17. Confirmed dates and instructions will be emailed mid-April.

For Contract 3 residents

Instructions will be emailed to you mid-May.

Moving out

Follow all move out instructions carefully.

If transferring to another residence for Fall 2024

Be ready to move on July 26.

If moving out by August 1

Return keys by 12 p.m. Limited temporary housing may be available at a nightly rate from August 1-19; contact guest.services@ualberta.ca for details. Use the drop box at International House to return keys.

If moving out before August 1

Submit a notice to vacate to International House, return keys by noon on your specified date. Use drop boxes at International House to return keys.

More Information

• Bring or buy a fan as our residences do not have air conditioning.
• Smoking, including e-cigarettes and vaping, is strictly prohibited, and violators may face immediate eviction.
• Arrange parking through Parking Services.
• Bring your own bedding, pillows, sheets, towels, etc., as no linen or room service is provided. Pinecrest House has double beds; all others have twin beds. Laundry facilities are available in all residences.

Frequently Asked Questions