Complete your Residence Application with a $750 Deposit

 

Your application to residence at the University of Guelph is complete once you have paid a $750 deposit confirming your intent to join us in residence.  Residence applications without a completed deposit by the established deadline are incomplete and will not be considered for a placement or the residence lottery.

Your residence deposit is non-refundable.  Some exceptions apply -- before you complete the application and deposit process, please be aware of our cancellation policies and penalties.   

The residence  deposit is paid in the Housing Portal as part of the application process using a credit card. 

The following credit cards are accepted: 

• Visa
• Mastercard
• American Express

 

NOTE:  Credit cards are accepted only for the Residence Deposit. All other account payments (such as any costs for early arrival, semester residence fees, etc.) are paid through your general student account through Student Financial Services.

Residence Deposit Confirmation 

Once we have processed your application and deposit your Housing Portal application status will be updated to "Complete and Full Deposit" and you will receive a confirmation email.

 

Cancellation Policies & Penalties

Need to cancel your Residence Application? Cancellations must be received in writing by emailing us at housing@uoguelph.ca. You can find  our Cancellation and Deposit Forfeiture policies in Section 18 of the Residence Contract.

 

Residence Deposit Appeal

If you cancelled your residence application and there are extenuating circumstances (such as a medical emergency), you may be considered for a refund of your residence deposit.  Read more about how to submit a Residence Deposit Appeal.

 

First-Year Student Residence Bursary

Need a little help? If you can show that you are in financial need, you can apply for one of five $500.00 bursaries. First-year students in any program are eligible, and you’ll need to stay in residence for your first year of studies. You can apply by completing the online Financial Need Assessment Form for Entrance Awards by April 15.

For more information check out the First Year Student Residence Bursary page on the Student Financial Services website.