Navigation Block On this page Unit Types Amenities Around Campus Location Rates & Fees Apply Important Dates Contact On this page Unit Types Amenities Around Campus Location Rates & Fees Apply Important Dates Contact On-campus Convenience Grande Prairie housing is home to 362 students who choose the carefree lifestyle of being on campus. We offer fall, winter, and summer accommodations for both single students and students with families. Grande Prairie Housing Unit Types Our fully furnished accommodations are located just to the east of the main campus, near Bear Creek. Our housing complex comprises 89 four-person units, two wheelchair-accessible units, and nine family housing units.View Pictures Family Housing Full-time students with children can enjoy the convenience of on-campus living by renting one of our nine partially furnished townhouses. These units have four bedrooms (one double and three twin-sized beds), a kitchen, dining area, two bathrooms, and a living room. Living room furniture is not provided; however, residents are welcome to bring their own. Outside, we have a courtyard with picnic tables where residents can bring a barbecue to cook on. The courtyard is enclosed by residences on three sides, and traffic in the area is limited, allowing children to play safely. Across the laneway, we have a sandbox, where children can play in plain sight, while their parents relax in the courtyard. These units also border on the Bear Creek Reservoir and Muskoseepi Park trail system, offering extended options for both children and adults to play. All utilities are included in the rent. Get Rates Due to the limited availability of family units, the application deadline for family housing is April 30, and references are required. Assignment of family housing will be made by the end of May, with priority given to returning student-parents and out-of-town applicants with children. Full-time students with children can enjoy the convenience of on-campus living by renting one of our nine partially furnished townhouses. These units have four bedrooms (one double and three twin-sized beds), a kitchen, dining area, two bathrooms, and a living room. Living room furniture is not provided; however, residents are welcome to bring their own. Outside, we have a courtyard with picnic tables where residents can bring a barbecue to cook on. The courtyard is enclosed by residences on three sides, and traffic in the area is limited, allowing children to play safely. Across the laneway, we have a sandbox, where children can play in plain sight, while their parents relax in the courtyard. These units also border on the Bear Creek Reservoir and Muskoseepi Park trail system, offering extended options for both children and adults to play. All utilities are included in the rent. Get Rates Due to the limited availability of family units, the application deadline for family housing is April 30, and references are required. Assignment of family housing will be made by the end of May, with priority given to returning student-parents and out-of-town applicants with children. Show More add Show Less close Summer Residence Our summer residence term is offered from May 1 through mid-August, and is open to students, workers, and the general public. Full-time students returning for the following academic term will not need to vacate in mid-August. All of our units are four-person townhomes, so expect to live with other people. If you are a current tenant and wish to stay from May to August, you must submit an application and pay a security deposit for that specific time period. We also offer short-term stays at a daily rate of $40 - $45 per night, plus GST and hotel tax. Individual rooms or full units may be booked. For further details, please contact the Residence Office. Our summer residence term is offered from May 1 through mid-August, and is open to students, workers, and the general public. Full-time students returning for the following academic term will not need to vacate in mid-August. All of our units are four-person townhomes, so expect to live with other people. If you are a current tenant and wish to stay from May to August, you must submit an application and pay a security deposit for that specific time period. We also offer short-term stays at a daily rate of $40 - $45 per night, plus GST and hotel tax. Individual rooms or full units may be booked. For further details, please contact the Residence Office. Show More add Show Less close Grande Prairie Housing Furnishings & Facilities Each unit features a full-size oven/stove, as well as a full-sized freezer, and a separate refrigerator. Furnishings include a dining table and chairs, couches, love seats, and end tables. Bedrooms are outfitted with extra-long (80") twin beds, dressers, closets and study desks or stations. Bathrooms are shared on each floor. All residence buildings have internet access and are directly connected to the NWP network.Three laundry rooms are available, and every student is assigned a mailbox. The mailroom and main laundry room are located in the same building as the Residence Office. View Housing Map Grande Prairie Housing Doorstep Opportunities Our residences border the Muskoseepi Park trail system, where users can walk or bike from one side of the city to the other, without leaving the trails! We are also situated next to the Bear Creek reservoir, which offers nature lovers opportunities to bird-watch or snap some great shots. Grande Prairie Housing Get to Know Your Neighbourhood Discover what's nearby, including amenities, in the City of Grande Prairie. Surrounding Services Rates & Fees Fees, including deposits, vary based on location and unit type. Don't forget that if you have a vehicle, you will need to arrange for parking. The rates below are per student, per four-month semester. Rates for 2025/26 Academic Year Unit Type Available Beds Cost/Semester Cost/Month Single bedroom, four-person unit 356 beds $2,520.00 $630.00 Single bedroom, wheelchair accessible, three-person unit 6 beds $2,520.00 $630.00 Family housing unit 9 units $1,275.00 Pay Rent & Fees Financial Aid Understanding your payment options and responsibilities is an essential part of living in residence. Here's what you need to know about rent, due dates, and available payment plans. Security Deposits All applications, except family housing, will only be processed once the security deposit has been paid. New residents: $200 Returning residents: $50 Family housing: $400 Summer Housing New residents: $200 Returning residents: $25 Rent Due Dates Full-Year Programs Fall rent due: August 1 Winter rent due: December 1 Apprenticeship Programs Rent deadlines are shared directly with students in advance. Summer Housing Rent is due monthly. Family Housing Rent is due monthly. Late Fees & Payment Plans A $50 late fee applies to all residents who do not pay by the due date. This includes students on payment plans or receiving funding (e.g., loans, RESP, sponsorship). Monthly payment plans must be arranged in advance with the Residence Office. Contact us early to request an application form. First-year students and non-students are not eligible for monthly payment plans during their first calendar year in residence. Supplemental Funding Students using student loans, RESP, sponsorship, or similar funding: Must notify the Residence Office before the payment deadline Must provide proof of funding approval Must pay at least 25% of the first semester's rent up front Failure to do so may result in cancellation of your space or denial of a payment extension. Monthly Payment Plans Students approved for monthly payment plans: Rent is due on or before the first business day of each month Late payments are charged $10 per day Eviction may occur after five days of non-payment Fees, including deposits, vary based on location and unit type. Don't forget that if you have a vehicle, you will need to arrange for parking. The rates below are per student, per four-month semester. Rates for 2025/26 Academic Year Unit Type Available Beds Cost/Semester Cost/Month Single bedroom, four-person unit 356 beds $2,520.00 $630.00 Single bedroom, wheelchair accessible, three-person unit 6 beds $2,520.00 $630.00 Family housing unit 9 units $1,275.00 Pay Rent & Fees Financial Aid Understanding your payment options and responsibilities is an essential part of living in residence. Here's what you need to know about rent, due dates, and available payment plans. Security Deposits All applications, except family housing, will only be processed once the security deposit has been paid. New residents: $200 Returning residents: $50 Family housing: $400 Summer Housing New residents: $200 Returning residents: $25 Rent Due Dates Full-Year Programs Fall rent due: August 1 Winter rent due: December 1 Apprenticeship Programs Rent deadlines are shared directly with students in advance. Summer Housing Rent is due monthly. Family Housing Rent is due monthly. Late Fees & Payment Plans A $50 late fee applies to all residents who do not pay by the due date. This includes students on payment plans or receiving funding (e.g., loans, RESP, sponsorship). Monthly payment plans must be arranged in advance with the Residence Office. Contact us early to request an application form. First-year students and non-students are not eligible for monthly payment plans during their first calendar year in residence. Supplemental Funding Students using student loans, RESP, sponsorship, or similar funding: Must notify the Residence Office before the payment deadline Must provide proof of funding approval Must pay at least 25% of the first semester's rent up front Failure to do so may result in cancellation of your space or denial of a payment extension. Monthly Payment Plans Students approved for monthly payment plans: Rent is due on or before the first business day of each month Late payments are charged $10 per day Eviction may occur after five days of non-payment Show More add Show Less close Grande Prairie Housing Get Your Application in Order Applying for individual units, and family housing is quick and easy. The sooner you apply, the better your chances of securing your preferred space. Apply Online Roommate Questionnaire Get Move-in Ready From what to pack to when to pay, this section has everything you need to prepare for life in residence. Learn about responsibilities, key dates, and what to expect before and after you arrive. Take Note Most communication will be sent via the email you provided. Please read all electronic communication received from us. Moving In - Review Housing Handbook page 8 New Tenenat Info and Expectations - Review Housing Handbook page 13 Moving Out - Review Housing Handbook page 24 Housing Handbook Important Dates Fall Semester rent due date: August 1 of the current year Winter Semester rent due date: December 1 of the current year Summer and family housing due date: Rent is paid on a month-to-month basis Move-in dates Tuesday, August 27, between 8:30 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 28, between 8:30 a.m. and 8:30 p.m Academic Schedule Get in Touch We're here to help you make yourself at home on campus. Office: RES-E Campus: Grande Prairie Campus Phone: 780-539-2802 Email: gpresidence@nwpolytech.ca Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Closed for lunch 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM