As residence students at UPEI, you have the opportunity to become a very important component of our campus life. In addition to taking advantage of all the academic supports in place to ensure your studies are successful, we encourage you to get involved in the many clubs and social activities.

Your time in residence at UPEI will create memories for a lifetime, and many of your fellow residents will become life-long friends. Our goal is to assist you in getting the most out of your university education. We hope you take advantage of all we have to offer to make the most of your time with us!

Need specific information on Residence Services and policies? With details on everything from computer access to housekeeping and codes of conduct, the Residence Life Handbook presents useful, accessible information.

And please don’t hesitate to email us with any questions or concerns. Email residence@upei.ca.

Apply for a residence extension - after your last exam

Students living in residence may request an extension to stay after their final exam past the initial 24 hours that they are expected to vacate.

Please complete the Residence Extension Form to apply for an Exam Period Extension.

Note: This form can only be accessed via your UPEI student email address.

Apply to stay in residence during/over the December holiday period

Residence closes 24 hours after the last scheduled exam and does not open until the day before classes start in January. Access to your building and room is suspended. For the 2024–2025 academic year, residences close on December 20, 2024 and do not open until January 5, 2025.

The dining hall is closed during the December holiday. The last meal in 2024 is breakfast on December 20, and the first meal of 2025 is dinner on January 5.

Students who require housing during this time can apply to stay on campus. There is a cost of $225. There will be Residence Life Advisors (RLAs) on duty. All terms and conditions of your Residence Life Agreement remain in place.

Please complete the December Holiday Extension Form to apply.

Note: This form can only be accessed via your UPEI student email address.