Campus housing in Vernon
Experience comfortable and convenient campus housing in our new building on the Vernon campus.
Quick facts
New building on our Vernon campus
Style: Apartments
Room types: Studios and multi occupancy apartments
Room options: Private studios and 2- and 4-room apartments. Please note that the 2- bedroom and 4- bedroom units are specifically reserved for family housing. If you are applying for family housing, please select these options as your top choices. Otherwise, we kindly as that you prioritize the STUDIO unit size.
Total capacity: New Building - 100
Room details and floor plans
Our new campus housing in Vernon offers different room types to suit your needs. From cozy shared apartments to private studios, we have the perfect space for you. Each room is fully furnished and equipped with all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay.
Apartment
Apartments are a great option if you want to live with friends.
The apartments have 2 or 4 private, lockable bedrooms and a shared common kitchen equipped with a sink, range, microwave, two fridges, a dining table and chairs.
There are two washrooms, each with a toilet, sink and shower.
Each bedroom includes a bed with mattress, dresser, desk and chair.
2-Bedroom Rooms:
The 2-bedroom apartments in VHA also feature Double XL beds in each room. The shared kitchen comes with a fridge, stove, oven, and microwave. Each resident has a desk with a desk chair and a bathroom with a standing shower, toilet, and sink. A shared sitting area with a couch and coffee table adds a comfortable touch to the space.
Two bedroom
4-Bedroom Rooms:
The 4-bedroom apartments in VHA offer Double XL beds in each room. The shared kitchen includes a fridge, stove, oven, and microwave, with a desk and desk chair provided in each room. The bathroom includes a standing shower, toilet, and sink. A shared sitting area with a couch and coffee table is available for group gatherings.
Four bedroom
Studios
VHA’s Studio rooms include a Double XL bed, a fully-equipped kitchen with a fridge, stove, oven, and microwave, and a desk with a desk chair. The bathroom features a standing shower, toilet, and sink. The sitting area, with a couch and coffee table, offers an additional space for relaxation.
Studio
Accessible studio
Housing fees
2025 Summer Semester, 2025-26 Academic Year and 2026 Winter Semester
| Kelowna | Vernon | Salmon Arm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Unit Type | New Building | Skaha Place | New Building | New Building |
Studio (1 occupant) | $1,125 | $998.75 | $1,050 | $1,050 |
2 Bedroom Apartment | $1,075 | n/a | $1000 | $1,000 |
4 Bedroom Apartment | $950 | n/a | $950 | $950 |
5 Bedroom Apartment | n/a | $748.75 | n/a | n/a |
Fees include all utilities (i.e., electricity, heat, A/C) and internet access.
Features and amenities
The new building at our Vernon campus has a variety of features and amenities that make living on campus convenient and comfortable.
All utilities included
Campus housing fees cover all utilities, including electricity, heat, air conditioning and water so you never need to worry about multiple bills.
High-speed internet
Stay connected seamlessly with high-speed WiFi. From research to entertainment, experience the power of uninterrupted connectivity, ensuring you're always at the forefront of the digital world.
24-hour assistance
Living on campus means you have support available 24/7. Whether it's through Housing Advisors, or our Campus Housing office staff, help is just a phone call away.
Common spaces
With common lounges, TV rooms, and games rooms, there are plenty of recreational spaces for you to socialize with your fellow students.
Study spaces
Whether you need a space for quiet study or to work on a group project, there are study and meeting rooms available in your campus home.
Laundry facilities
Living in campus housing eliminates the hassle of searching for an off-site laundromat, as there are laundry facilities in your campus home.
Bicycle storage
Bring your bicycle and embrace an eco-friendly lifestyle!
And when you're done exploring the town, you have safe and secure storage spot for your bike in your campus home.
Vending machines
Vending machines are conveniently located in your building for that late night craving!
Our Standards
Our standards are the policies and procedures set for students who live in ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ Housing. They are detailed in the Student Housing Agreement and the Housing Community Living Standards.
These documents provide expectations for Student tenants while living in ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ Student Housing. It is through these standards that Student Housing can ensure all students have a safe, secure, responsible and respectful community.
We strive to provide an inclusive environment that promotes not only academic success of all our students, but fosters personal growth and development.
Housing Advisors
Housing Advisors are student staff  who live in housing and provide guidance, direction and support. They are role models for learning to balance your studies with being an active member of your campus community. In addition to helping other students transition to life in campus housing, they also organize social, educational and recreational activities and programs. Housing Advisors are on duty whenever the Campus Housing Office is closed and assist with the 24/7 supports available to students living on campus.
Campus Housing office
The Campus Housing office is where you will find answers to all your housing questions. The office is open Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
FAQs
Find answers to common questions regarding on-campus housing.
To be eligible to live in campus housing, you must be a full-time student at ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ. Housing is available year round. There may be opportunities for non-students to stay in campus housing May through August, however, students have priority at our on campus housing buildings.
Please keep an eye out on the student housing portal for further communication on when our applications open!
Yes, the non-refundable application fee of $100 is a processing fee only and does not guarantee you a room.
After you have applied, you will receive information about next steps.
Depending on whether you prefer a multiple or single occupancy room, there will be a process to indicate your preferences on a first come first served lottery system.
No, there is not a meal plan for campus housing. Campus housing apartments and studios are equipped with a kitchen, and there are grocery stores and restaurants nearby.
Yes, there is parking available. Learn more about parking on campus.
- Things like candles and incense are considered a fire hazard so they are not allowed.
- Acoustic guitars and keyboards without amplification are allowed; however, other instruments are not suitable for housing.
- Regretfully, campus housing is not pet friendly.
- Weapons, which includes but is not limited to hunting knives, swords, firearms, air guns, pellet guns, ammunition, and or replica guns or ammunition
- Hot plates, deep fryers, appliances with open elements and open heat sources are not permitted. Only CSA approved electrical appliances with automatic shut off feature are allowed (such as kettles, toaster ovens, irons).
- Kegs of beer, beer bottles, single serving glass containers
- Drug paraphernalia
- Hooks or nails that will be placed in the wall
- Refrigerators or freezers (including mini fridges). Only refrigerators and freezers provided by the OC Housing will be allowed in the suites.
- Absolutely nothing is to be pinned, taped, screwed, nailed, or stapled into any wall or furnishing within your room.
- Prohibited items will be confiscated.
Campus housing is available year round for ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ students. There may be opportunities for non-students to stay in campus housing May through August. OC students have priority at our on campus housing buildings.