Form lifelong friendships and make the most of your university experience in a uOttawa residence! With over 4,100 beds available for new and returning students, we offer a variety of living options, including traditional rooms, traditional plus rooms, suites, studios and apartments. With so many choices, you’re sure to find the perfect home for you!
Camelle Currie
Henderson Residence
“Deciding to live in residence for my first year was a no-brainer! Living here fosters an environment in which you grow personally, academically and socially.”

Camelle Currie

— First year, Communication and Political Science

Apply for residence

Let's get started! Whether you are coming to uOttawa for your first year or coming back in residence, here are the steps to follow to submit your application.

Dates and deadlines

The following dates and deadlines apply to students currently living in residence as well as those looking to apply for next academic year.

Parent helping during moving

Parents and guardians

Having your student move in residence is an exciting and sometimes intimidating experience for both the student and those who support them as a parent/guardian.

Housing service

Residence client services

90 University Private, room 143
Ottawa, ON  K1N 1H3

613-562-5885
1-888-564-4545 (Canada/United States)
[email protected]

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Off-campus housing  

To book an in-person appointment with an off-campus housing expert , save time and join the virtual line using theQLessvirtual line system.
You will receive a notification when it's your time to be served. 

90 University Private, room 145
613-562-5885
[email protected]
[email protected]

May 12, 2025 to August 8, 2025
Monday to Friday
9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

August 11, 2025 to May 8, 2026
Monday to Friday
9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Summer accommodations

Group reservations:
613-562-5800 ext. 4424
[email protected]

Individual reservations:
1-888-564-4545 (Canada/United States)
[email protected]

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