Living off campus

Associates enjoying an event at Grebel

Hello Off-Campus Associates (OCAs)!

Off-Campus Associates are students in first to fifth year who live near the University of Waterloo and are formally connected to the supportive, fun, engaging community at Grebel.

Having this formal connection to Grebel gives you access to:

  • Grebel activities like Community Supper, reading week trips, associate events and more...
  • Grebel facilities like the Grebel gym, the games lounge, the music practice rooms, the lockers and more.
  • Grebel people like Student Services staff, Student Council associate reps, residents, other associates and more.
  • a fabulous home base on the University campus!

What is included in the base fee for OCAs?

  • Three snack nights per week on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays
  • All-included hot and cold drinks from the Grebel dining room (to be consumed in the dining room only)
  • Orientation Week activities and the All-Grebel Retreat
  • Participation in student council-run activities and events
  • Access to Grebel's gym, practice rooms, silent study room, and games lounge
  • A personal locker at Grebel

Here are some things to note for Current/Future OCAs

  1. See fees, deadlines and payments for more details --
  2. Apply by:
    1. Filling in appropriate application (either for new students or returning students)
    2. Making your payment here

If you have questions, email grebelstudentservices@uwaterloo.ca.