This information is for prospective and incoming first-year undergraduate students in the Faculty of Arts & Science.
The StarRez Portal is the tool you will use to apply for on-campus residence.
The first year residence guarantee: You are eligible for the residence guarantee as long as you are entering your first year of university in an undergraduate program for the first time, complete the University’s common residence application through the StarRez Portal by March 31, and have received and accepted an offer of admission by June 1.
STEP 1
Explore your residence options:
- Innis College
- New College
- St. Michael’s College
- Loretto College (affiliated residence of St. Michael’s College)
- Trinity College
- University College
- Victoria College
- Woodsworth College
- Chestnut Residence
Most students who join the Faculty of Arts & Science will be placed in a residence affiliated with their college. However, some Faculty of Arts & Science students may be placed in another residence, such as Chestnut Residence.
STEP 2
Enable your JOIN/UTORid.
STEP 3
Log in to the StarRez Portal to confirm your interest in residence by submitting the first-year residence application by March 31.
STEP 4
Complete all steps and meet all deadlines of your application as indicated in the StarRez Portal to maintain your residence guarantee eligibility.
STEP 5
Check the status of your application through the StarRez Portal.
If you prefer more options, independent residence or living off campus might be good alternatives.
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Associated Services
StarRez Portal
The StarRez Portal is the place to apply for on-campus residence and student family housing at all three campuses of the University of Toronto. Learn more about StarRez PortalResidence application support
The residence application process varies slightly for different students. We can help you navigate your residence application. Learn more about Residence application supportResidence accommodation
Students requiring residence accommodations are encouraged to register with Accessibility Services as soon as possible. Learn more about Residence accommodation