Summer Residence applications are now open! Learn more and apply.

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Student Summer Residence

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Summer Residence

Knox Residence offers student summer housing from May 4 – August 16. 

Our summer residence is open to all students enrolled in a post-secondary institution, including those on a placement, co-op or work term. U of T Alumni and School of Continuing Studies students are also eligible to apply.

Spaces are offered on a first come, first serve basis. There is a minimum booking term of 30 days. 

About our Summer Residence

Eligibility

All students enrolled in a post-secondary institution, U of T Alumni and School of Continuing Studies students.

Flexible stays

We offer flexible bookings to suit your needs, ranging from 30 days to full summer stays.

Dormitory style rooms

Single or double bedrooms with shared washrooms.

All-inclusive fees

Our summer residence fees include accommodation, utilities and internet. 

Safe, secure and convenient

Our friendly staff teams are on hand to make sure you have a comfortable stay.

Unbeatable location

Stay in the heart of Downtown Toronto on U of T’s St. George Campus.

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Bedrooms and Amenities

Knox Residence offers dormitory style accommodation with single or double* bedrooms.

Shared washroom facilities, with toilet stalls and shower cubicles, are available on each floor.

Guests also have access to our communal spaces and on-site facilities, including:

  • Laundry room
  • Gym
  • Common rooms, with pool table, foosball and TVs

Knox Residence does not have cooking or dining facilities. Communal fridges and microwaves are also available for guest use.

*Double bedrooms are only available for students who have a pre-selected roommate. To request a double room, please email us at info.knoxresidence@utoronto.ca.

Summer 2024 Fees

Fees for Summer 2025 will be released soon, please check back for updates.

Monthly Rate (Early Bird*)Monthly RateFull Summer (Early Bird*)Full Summer
Single$1,658.65$5750
Double$1,521.92$5276

*Discounted early bird rates are available for bookings made before March 31st

Our Summer 2024 rates are provided as a reference. Any fees listed on our website are indicative and subject to final approval. Final fee assessments will be conducted in accordance with the applicable policies and guidelines at the University of Toronto. Any changes to fees will be updated by April 2024.


FAQ

Yes! All students enrolled in a post-secondary institution, including those on a placement, co-op or work term, are eligible to apply. You do not have to be a University of Toronto student to stay with us during the summer.

Please note: non U of T Students are required to provide proof of student status

A minimum stay of 30 days is required. You can stay up to four months for full summer stays. 

For stays of less than 30 days, you can make a booking with our summer accommodations team via Stay at U of T.

 

  1. If you applied through StarRez and you are a U of T student

Your first payment must be submitted through the application on Moneris. Once this payment is completed it unlocks the remaining sections of your application. You will pay the remaining balance through your ACORN account.

Any unpaid fees on ACORN on the 15th of each month are subject to service charges.

  1. If you applied through StarRez and you are NOT a U of T student

Your first payment must be submitted through the application on Moneris. Payment for the remaining balance of fees can be made through the Account section of your StarRez portal, located under the hamburger menu at the top left.

Fees balance is due upon or prior to arrival at Knox Residence for check-in.

Summer offers are typically sent in early to mid-March. If you meet our eligibility requirements and space permits, you will be contacted by email with an offer.

Knox Residence does not have cooking or dining facilities onsite, but there are lots of places nearby to eat on campus.

If you”re looking for a stay with an onsite Dining Hall and meal plan, we recommend Chestnut Residence. Looking for suite-style living with full kitchen facilities? Stay at Graduate House. /

Our Residence Agreement will be posted soon, please check back for updates.

get in touch

Got a question? Our admissions team are on hand to help. Send us an email and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

Alternative Stays

Chestnut Residence

Prime downtown Toronto location with on-site dining hall and meal plan.

Graduate House

Suite-style living with full kitchen facilities on our St. George Campus.

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Stay at U of T

Want to stay less than 30 days? Make a booking with our Stay at U of T team.

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