Pay through the Student Residence Portal or in-person at Cedar Centre
All Payments towards Student Residence fees are made through the Student Residence Portal or in person at Cedar Centre
Visit the Student Residence Portal to view your Residence Fees under the My Fees tab. Within the My Fees tab you are able to view and pay for your Residence Fees. We take Visa, Visa Debit, Mastercard, and Mastercard Debit, both in person and on the Portal.
We do not take cash, wire transfer, e-transfer or internet banking bill payments for your Residence Fees.
2025-26 academic year dates
September 1, 2025 to April 23, 2026
*Does not include Orientation (prior to commencement of Fall Semester)*
Semesters and terms
| Semester | Move-In Day (9 am) | Move-Out Day (11 am) | Total Days in Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academic year (Fall and Spring) | September 1, 2025 | April 23, 2026 | 235 |
| Fall Semester | September 1, 2025 | December 18, 2025 | 109 |
| Spring Semester | January 4, 2026 | April 23, 2026 | 110 |
| Summer Semester | May 1, 2026 | August 18, 2026 | 110 |
For Trades programs that begin on August 25 there is early move-in on August 24, 2025 (applicable to Academic Year and Fall move-ins)
Term extensions and Residence Welcome Week
| Term and Residence Welcome Week | Start | End | Fees | Days in Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residence Welcome Prorgam | Aug. 27, 2025 | August 31, 2025 |
$0 |
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| Before Move-In Day or After Move-Out Day | As agreed with VIU | As agreed with VIU | $30/day or portion *Excluding Welcome Week | As agreed with VIU |
To move in early or move out late, you need to make a formal request to VIU residence.
Modern single room
$500 Room Confirmation Fee - First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$8,573 - Remainder of Rent Payment Due August 1
= $9,073 in Total
$500 Room Confirmation Fee - First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$4,136.50 + $100 Admin. Fee, Second Payment Due September 26
$4,636.50 + $100 Admin. Fee, Third Payment Due January 23
= $9,273 in Total
$500 Room Confirmation Fee - First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$4,039 Remainder of Rent Payment Due August 1 for Fall Semester or December 1 for Spring Semester
= $4,539 in Total
Modern double room
$500 Room Confirmation Fee - First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$4,951 Remainder of Rent Payment, Due August 1
= $5,451 in Total
$500 Room Confirmation Fee - First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$2,325.50 + $100 Admin. Fee, Second Payment Due September 26
$2,825.50 + $100 Admin. Fee, Third Payment Due January 23
= $5,651 in Total
$500 Room Confirmation Fee - First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$2,228 - Remainder of Rent Payment Due August 1 for Fall Semester or December 1 for Spring Semester
= $2,728 Total
Traditional single room
$500 Room Confirmation Fee - First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$8,234 Remainder of Rent Payment Due August 1
= $8,734 in Total
$500 Room Confirmation Fee - First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$3,967 + $100 Admin. Fee, Second Payment Due September 26
$4,467 + $100 Admin. Fee, Third Payment Due January 23
= $8,934 in Total
$500 Room Confirmation Fee - First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$3,869.50 Remainder of Rent Payment Due August 1 for Fall Semester or December 1 for Spring Semester
= $4,369.50 Total
$500 Room Confirmation Fee - First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$850 Per Month Due the 1 of Each Month (Summer 2025)
From May 1 to August 18
$895 Per Month Due the 1 of Each Month (Summer 2026)
From May 1 to August 18
Additional fees
For an up to date break down of VIU Student Housing specific fees please go to the VIU Student Housing Agreement, Section 4 and 5.
Additional services to consider!
Residence Welcome, this is an exciting opportunity for students to make new connections with their peers and Residence Life Staff. For more information check out Onboarding Welcome Week.
- $280 + tax Linen Package, this includes: 1 Foam Pillow, 2 Pillow Slips, 2 Flat Sheets, 2 Fitted Sheets, 1 Bathmat, 2 Bath Towels, 2 Hand Towels, 2 Face Clothes, and 1 Fiber Fill Comforter.
Dining Plan with VIU Food Services
A dining plan is a great way to make sure you have a budget dedicated to your food while you're with us. As long as you have your student card, you can purchase food from most areas on campus.
Students in all room styles have the option of accessing the VIU Food Services Dining Plan. A plan can be purchased for a semester, or for the full academic year. You have the option to choose between the Medium, and Full Appetite plans, depending on your needs.
Important notes
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Residence fees vary by Residence area and room type. All fees are subject to the terms and conditions outlined in the Student Residence Agreement. Rates may be subject to change without notice.
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Failure to pay any residence fees by any posted or emailed deadline will result in the forfeiture of your room assignment.
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All residence fees do not include early move-in, early move out, or Orientation programs.
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Charges will continue until all assigned keys are returned to the Front Desk. All cancellations or early-move outs will be subject to the cancellation charges outlined in the Student Residence Agreement.