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.
2024-25 academic year dates
September 1, 2024 to April 25, 2025
*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, 2024 | April 25, 2025 | 237 |
| Fall Semester | September 1, 2024 | December 18, 2024 | 108 |
| Spring Semester | January 5, 2025 | April 26, 2025 | 111 |
| Summer Semester | May 1, 2025 | August 18, 2025 | 109 |
For Trades programs that begin on August 26 there is early move-in on August 25, 2024 (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 Week (including activities and accommodation for 5 days) | Aug. 28, 2024 | Sept. 2, 2024 |
$100 Activity Fee $150 Meal Plan $30/Day Rent from August 28-31, 2024 |
5 |
| Before Move-In Day or After Move-Out Day | As agreed with VIU | As agreed with VIU | $30/day or portion | As agreed with VIU |
To move in early or move out late, you need to make a formal request to VIU residence.
Residence Welcome Week fee breakdown
- Accommodations from August 28 to 31: $120
- Activity fee: $100
- Meal plan: $150
Micro double (townhouses)
$500 - Room Confirmation Fee - First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$4300 - Remainder of Rent Payment, due August 1
= $4800 in Total
$500 - Room Confirmation Fee - First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$1900 + $100 Admin. Fee, Second Payment Due September 26
$2400 + $100 Admin. Fee, Third Payment Due January 23
= $5000 in Total
$500 - Room Confirmation Fee- First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$1900 - Remainder of Rent Payment Due August 1 for Fall Semester or December 1 for Spring Semester
= $2400 in Total
Modern single room
$500 Room Confirmation Fee - First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$8260 - Remainder of Rent Payment Due August 1
= $8760 in Total
$500 Room Confirmation Fee - First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$3880 + $100 Admin. Fee, Second Payment Due September 26
$4380 + $100 Admin. Fee, Third Payment Due January 23
= $8960 in Total
$500 Room Confirmation Fee - First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$3880 Remainder of Rent Payment Due August 1 for Fall Semester or December 1 for Spring Semester
= $4380 in Total
Modern double (apartments)
$500 Room Confirmation Fee - First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$4730 Remainder of Rent Payment, Due August 1
= $5230 in Total
$500 Room Confirmation Fee - First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$2115 + $100 Admin. Fee, Second Payment Due September 26
$2615 + $100 Admin. Fee, Third Payment Due January 23
= $5430 in Total
$500 Room Confirmation Fee - First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$2070 - Remainder of Rent Payment Due August 1 for Fall Semester or December 1 for Spring Semester
= $2615 Total
Traditional single
$500 Room Confirmation Fee - First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$7930 Remainder of Rent Payment Due August 1
= $8430 in Total
$500 Room Confirmation Fee - First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$3715 + $100 Admin. Fee, Second Payment Due September 26
$4215 + $100 Admin. Fee, Third Payment Due January 23
= $8630 in Total
$500 Room Confirmation Fee - First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$3715 Remainder of Rent Payment Due August 1 for Fall Semester or December 1 for Spring Semester
= $4215 Total
$500 Room Confirmation Fee - First Payment to Reserve Your Room
$850 Per Month Due the 1 of Each Month
From May 1 to August 18
Additional fees
$50 Application Fee for Each Application (Non-Refundable)
$210 late payment fee - All payments are due by 12am on the specified payment date or late payment fee will be applied.
$500 Room Confirmation Fee, also the first payment towards your rent - (Non-Refundable)
$30 Per Day Term Extension, Early Move In, or Late Move Out. To move in early or move out late, you need to make a formal request to VIU residence.
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.