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Application process
If you would like to live in residence, we strongly suggest that you apply as soon as possible to ensure the best probability of getting a housing offer. Spaces are limited and are offered based on our priority process and then based on your date of completed application. Applications for Undergraduate, Graduate and Family Housing are below. Submit your completed application today.
Steps to apply
undergraduate, graduate and family housing
- Go to the MyPlace@SFU to start your application
- Log in or click Register to create your new profile if this is your first time applying
- Click Application on the top-left of the MyPlace@SFU home screen
- You must pay the $50 application fee (last step of the application) to complete your application
- Familiarize yourself with the next steps including waiting for your offer and accepting your offer process
Application dates
Looking for availability for the current term? Contact our office housing@sfu.ca as occasionally space may be available.
undergraduate and graduate application dates
| Terms | Applications open | Offers begin (ongoing) |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | October 1 | February - August |
| Spring | December 1 | October - December |
| Summer | October 1 |
February - April |
Graduate and Family housing application dates
| Terms | Applications open | Offers begin (ongoing) |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | October 1 | February - August |
| Spring | August 1 |
October - December |
| Summer | October 1 |
February - April |
After you apply
Whether you are applying for undergraduate, graduate or family housing, after you apply for Residence, you can check your status on-line via the MyPlace@SFU. If your application status says complete you are in the application queue. Offers are sent to eligible (admitted) students based on priority processes (link to priority access section) and then by completed application date.