Student Housing

You may choose to live in Student Residence, or in a rental apartment.

Student Residence

If you plan to live in Student Residence, you should apply at the same time that you apply for your program.

Living in Residence:

• The Residence is located at the Cranbrook campus, and is only 225 steps from the main entrance! (Kootenay Centre)
• There are lots of fun activities and you have other students close by to talk and study with
• It is your responsibility to apply for Residence. Applications open on November 1 for the 2020/2021 academic year. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, preferably at the same time you apply for your program.

Residence Fees:

• Residence fees are CAD$1900 per semester (four months)
• CAD$200 damage deposit
• CAD$35 non-refundable application fee that is required before you are placed on a rooming list
• Fees must be paid before you arrive

Note: We offer revised rates and payment deadlines for programs which fall outside of the standard academic semester (such as Trades programs). Please contact the Residence Life Coordinator for more information.

Student Housing Application Process

Download and complete the College of the Rockies Student Residence Application Form form and email, fax, or drop off in person at the Cranbrook Campus.

Important note: Residence applications are only processed once an application fee of $35.00 has been received along with an application form. The application fee can be paid using the following methods:

• Over the phone with a Visa or Mastercard credit card by calling the Residence Office at 250-489-8282
• In person at the Residence Office (2700 College Way, Cranbrook BC) using cash, cheque, credit card or Interac (debit). The Residence Office is located in Purcell House student residence and is open for payments from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Monday - Friday, and 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday.
• In person at any College of the Rockies campus using cash, cheque, credit card or Interac (debit). Please contact the individual campus to confirm office hours.
• By mailing a cheque to the address below:

Purcell House Student Residence
Bag 9000, 2700 College Way
Cranbrook, BC, V1C 5L7

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Off Campus-Housing*

Finding housing that is safe, affordable, and convenient is important to students attending the College from outside our local area. Our Off-Campus Student Housing Registry is a first point of contact between students and potential renters and landlords.

Search for a rental property

List your rental property

_{*The College will not be involved in any agreements, arrangements or warranties for either party. Our aim is to help students find a place to live by connecting them with citizens of our community who can help.}

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Rental Apartments

Living in a rental apartment:

• There are many apartment buildings within walking distance of the College
• Apartment placement is not provided by the College
• Normally it takes at least one week to secure an apartment

Rental fees:

• Rental costs vary, depending on availability
• Most apartments are rented with no furniture so you will be required to purchase furniture, bedding and kitchen items after you arrive

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Summer Accommodations

• From May through August, our Purcell House Residence provides exceptional value accommodations for groups and individuals during the summer
• Each POD living unit features 6 private bedrooms complete with bed (single or double), desk, chair and lamp; 3 persons/bathroom; and 6 persons/kitchen with telephone and TV