Housing Information
Browse Housing Options
Since choosing York, you may already be picturing some of the places you'll be. We can't wait to welcome you to our campus, libraries, lecture halls and student lounges, but now it's time to sort out where you'll be spending your time outside of school.
Starting your new life in Canada means finding a home where you can feel safe while you study and navigate life as a York University student. There are a variety of on and off-campus options available to suit your needs and budget.
There's a lot to consider as you make your accommodation arrangements. Step one is to browse your options.
First things first, you'll have to decide if you want to live on or off campus.
Whether you will be attending the Keele, Glendon or Markham campus, there are on-campus housing options to suit your needs and preferences from traditional-style to suite-style rooms.
On-campus Housing
Undergraduate Residences on Campus
Keele campus has 8 residence buildings that might suit your needs. View details, photos and more on the Housing Services website.
Undergraduate Residence Rates
Make sure to take residence rates into account as you make your housing arrangements. Some residence also require their occupants to be members of a York University dining plan. This information and more is available on the Housing Services website.
Graduate Residences
As a graduate student, your on-campus options will differ from undergraduate offerings. Browse your choices on the Housing Services website.
Graduate Residence Rates
Monthly rent rates for graduate student residences are available on the Housing Services website.
Dining Plans
Some on-campus options may require their occupants to enrol in a dining plan. Dining plans are also available to all York University students regardless of housing. Dining plans offer students a flexible and affordable way to eat at a wide variety of locations across campus. Students with a dining plan are exempt from taxes at participating locations and have access to a Registered Dietician for nutrition counselling. Details are available on the Food Services website.
Off-campus Housing
Residences at York University have limited space available, so for this reason or another you may choose to live off-campus. Whether you're wondering what's available to rent nearby campus, searching for a roommate or something else, the off-campus housing website is a great place to start.
Apply for Housing
Once you have decided what type of housing option makes the most sense for you, make sure to apply in advance of any deadlines.
If you are planning to live off-campus, rental applications will vary from unit to unit and landlord to landlord. Depending on the area you are hoping to move to, the building or additional factors, you may have to apply to multiple units before you are successful. We recommend starting your search early!
Apply for On-Campus Housing
If you're choosing to pursue on-campus housing, make sure to apply as early as you are able.
Useful Resources
If you enter into a rental agreement as a tenant, it's important to understand your rights and obligations as well as your landlord's. Visit the Government of Ontario website for a primer on your rights as a renter in Ontario.
If you find yourself in need of legal advice, community services available from Osgoode might be of service.
Contact Us
International Student and Scholar Services
- General Advising and Immigration: iadvisor@yorku.ca
- Health Insurance: uhip@yorku.ca
- General Inquiries: intlstudentquestions@yorku.ca
When emailing us, please include in your email:
- Your student number in the subject line
- Your full name
- Your citizenship(s)
- If you are in or outside Canada
- All permit and visa expiration dates (if applicable)
- Any relevant documents
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