Student housing
Student housing at NIC
Applications are now open for our new Student Housing Commons — apply for your program now to be eligible to move in for Fall 2025!
Living options
There are four choices available to meet a variety of lifestyle and personal needs.
Nano
These compact, single-occupant units are ideal for people who enjoy living and studying alone and don’t mind sacrificing extra space to save on their budget.
Total size: 183 square feet
Rent: $1,150/month
Studio
Our comfortable studio units are a good option for students who want to keep their independence while enjoying extra space to live and study.
Total size: 240 square feet
Rent: $1,650/month
Quad
Quad units feature four private rooms with a shared kitchen and living area – a great arrangement for students who want to live with friends or peers.
Total size: 947 square feet
Rent: $980 per person/month
Floor plan
Family
These units are customized for family living and are an amazing on-campus option for students with spouses, children and dependents. Up to four people can live in family housing.
Size: 870 square feet
Rent: $2,200/month
Floor plan
About the Student Housing Commons
Located on our Comox Valley campus and situated on the traditional territory of the K’ómoks First Nation, the Student Housing Commons is among the first of its kind in BC. Made up of two buildings on one site, it features a unique mix of single-occupant and shared housing units – including dedicated on-campus family housing units.
In total, Student Housing Commons provides is equipped to provide 217 beds for students, including 157 student beds in one building and 60 beds for students and families in the second.
Eligibility
Applications for on-campus housing are open to all students who meet one of the following criteria as of their move-in date:
- They are a student who is enrolled in a full-time program or who is taking at least nine academic credits
- They must be at least 17 years old or a high school graduate
What’s included
Each unit comes fully furnished, ensuring students can move in without the added cost and hassle of arranging their own furniture.
In addition, student housing rent covers the following expenses:
- Utilities, including water and electricity
- High-speed Wi-Fi, available throughout the entire housing commons
- Free parking
- Secure bike and outdoor equipment storage
- Building maintenance and cleaning costs
We also offer on-site laundry facilities, including convenient, pay-per-load laundry with modern machines and app-based payment options.
Payment options
Students can pay your rent for the school year in full at the start of term or opt for monthly payments (a small administrative fee will apply).
How to apply
Start by applying for a full-time NIC program or — if you’re already a student — register for at least nine course credits for the upcoming school year.
Once you’ve paid your tuition deposit, you’ll be eligible to apply for on-campus housing. Start your application the NIC StarRez application portal, which new and continuing students can find through the student housing tile on myNIC.
Complete and submit your housing application, including paying a $50 application fee. After finishing your application, watch your NIC student email for updates on your application and next steps.
Frequently asked questions
Want to know more about student housing?
Email us at studenthousing@nic.bc.ca and subscribe for email updates. Our team is here to answer your questions and make your transition to campus as smooth as possible.
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