Living on campus, you will be actively engaged through a variety of unique programs and exciting opportunities that encourage academic and social growth, celebrate diversity, promote wellness, cultivate leadership, and strengthen community building.

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Housing

On-campus housing is more than just a place to live while studying at the University of Manitoba.

Apply to live in Residence Residence Portal

The application fee for the 2025-2026 academic term will be waived until January 2, 2025, with Guaranteed Housing for New UM students. 

Winter Term application is currently open, there is a $50 application fee to apply for a room in January 2025. 

Winter term room offers will be notified by email in late November- beginning of December, (this year) 2024. 

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Living and learning on campus

Living in residence is a great way to experience the University of Manitoba. By living on campus, you'll be part of a community and meet new people who will become your life-long friends.

Many of our students leave their families and friends to come to the University of Manitoba to pursue their dreams. Our residence facilities can become your home away from home while you're here.

Spirit Cup events are held several times throughout each semester. The goal of spirit cup is to gain points for your respective building by showing your pride in the University of Manitoba and the Bisons.

Making the transition from high school to university can sometimes be challenging. Living in a community on campus among our friendly and supportive residence life team makes that transition easier and a lot more fun!

Our residence community hosts students from around the world and at every level of study. There are many opportunities to meet new people with diverse perspectives and cultures that create a globalized experience for the entire community.

Professional development programs and sessions are open to residence students every semester on topics including exam preparation, essay writing techniques, resume writing, portfolio development and job interview skills.

Living in residence increases your chances of academic success. In addition to the convenience of living only minutes away from classrooms and labs, you’ll have access to the facilities and resources you need to thrive, including study areas, common lounges, and a variety of residence life support staff.

Two University of Manitoba students laughing together in a Pembina Hall Residence room.
Several students reading, watching television and studying in a residence lounge room.
Two female University of Manitoba students showing off their team spirit at a Bisons Football game.
Five student residents play basketball in a bouncy castle.
A group of students making a meal together in a University of Manitoba Residence kitchen.
A student participating in a professional development session with two University of Manitoba student advisors.
A classroom full of smiling attentive students taking notes.

Did you know?

  • 1,350

    There are more than 1350 students living on campus each year

  • 1.3x

    Residence students are 1.3 times more likely to continue university after their first year

  • 2x

    Residence students are twice as likely to participate in non-academic activities that qualify for co-curricular record

  • 12%

    Residence students' graduation rate is 12% higher than non-residents

Explore our spaces

You can choose the residence that matches your interests and needs.

Current residents

Affiliated college residences

In addition to the four residences mentioned above, there are two affiliated colleges that provide accommodation and meal plans on the Fort Garry campus. Please contact them directly.

Contact us

Student residences office
101 Arthur V. Mauro Residence
120 Dafoe Road
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 6B3

residence@umanitoba.ca
204-474-9922
Toll free: 800-859-8737