We are excited to welcome you to your new home in Renison Residence!
Renison University College is one of the closest residences to your classes at Waterloo and has one of the largest meal plans. Supporting an intimate community of just over 200 residents every year, along with the lowest don-to-student ratio of 1:22, Renison has a unique environment that current residents describe as "close-knit community, friendly and fun". If you are looking for a place to find life-long friendships you will find it at Renison.
What's great about Renison Residence?
Plus...
- The lowest Student-to-Don ratio at the University of Waterloo (1:22 students), meaning you have lots of support available to adjust to university life
- Access to our Student Experience & Housing team for support in navigating residence and university life, including Residence Dons, Peer Leaders, Chaplain, Housing Manager, Student Experience Coordinator, Student Experience Specialist, Assistant Director, and Student Advisor!
- Access to exclusive financial awards and bursaries available only for Renison residents
- Fully renovated rooms with extra storage, new furnishings, and lighting
- Our very own Lusi Wong Library with bookable group study rooms, cozy study spaces, and access to the Tri-University drop-off and distribution centre to help you with your study needs
- Conveniently located on the University of Waterloo campus and only a short 5 minute walk from most classroom buildings
- 25% of beds are interconnecting suites with semi-private baths and central air
We also have...
Laundry Facilities on site
that are conveniently connected to your WatCard student card (no need to save quarters!)
Wireless Internet Access
through the University of Waterloo's Eduroam Wi-Fi service
Games Room
with foosball, ping pong, billiards table, and access to tons of board games (we call it our Moose Room!)
Social Lounges with Large-Screen TVs
that are popular for movie nights, Smash Bros tournaments, and sports games!
Quiet Study Areas
including our very own Lusi Wong Library!
Mail & Package Service
provided by our Moose Tracks Connection Desk!
Multi-Faith Prayer Space
to allow you to practice your faith, in addition to our St. Bede's Chapel open to all students
Jam-packed Events Calendar
so you will always have something to do when you have free time, and an easy way to make new friends (just check out our Events and Workshops page!)
Access to Pianos & Music Jams
including regular coffee house music nights, music jam sessions, and places where you can practice your own musical instruments
...And much more
Learn more about your Residence Experience...
Let us tell you about the application process!
Incoming First-Year Students | Upper-Year Students and Exchange Students |
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Applying from February 1 to June 1 Once you have decided to attend the University of Waterloo, the next step is choosing where you will live in your first year. Renison works closely with the University of Waterloo (including Campus Housing and the University Colleges) to ensure all first-year students who apply for on-campus housing before June 1, 2023 will have a guaranteed place in our residences.
Applying after June 1 To apply after June 1, please complete the Renison Residence online application form.
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Please apply directly to Renison through our online application form. |
Do you still have questions?
We welcome you to visit our Frequently Asked Questions webpage. You can also send us an email at ren-res@uwaterloo.ca and our Student Experience & Housing team will get back to you right away.