Housing and residence life

The Mount Allison residence community provides safe, supportive, and convenient housing options for both new and returning students.

More than 85% of first-year students live on campus.

Your residence becomes your home away from home and your second family. Our 8 unique residences provide a place for you to study and socialize, along with a personalized space to call your own.

Are you applying to Mount Allison for the first time? Visit housing and dining for first-year students.

For current residents

Residence students benefit from a built-in support system, including friends, housemates, and residence leaders who are dedicated to creating the best residence atmosphere possible, and host inclusive events and form an essential part of your on-campus support system.

Services offered by the ��51 will also help you make the most of your time living on campus, including essentials to help you transition into your new home.

Moving in

Information on how to get ready to move into residence and important dates.

While you're here

Information on residence services, resources, and housing policies.

Moving out

Information on how to move out of residence at the end of the year.

Key dates for 2025-26 residents

Aug. 28-Sept. 1	Residence Move-In Days. Dates vary depending on the type of student you are. For specific dates, visit moving into residence. Pre-orientation arrival dates will be communicated directly to those eligible for early arrivals.
Dec. 18	Last day for students to leave residence for the holiday break (by 5 p.m.) — personal belongings may be left in your room; however, you'll not be able to access your residence over the holiday break period.
Jan. 6	Residences re-open to all students at 10 a.m.
April 23	Last day for students to leave residence (by 5 p.m.) — all personal items must be removed by this deadline. For more information, visit moving out of residence.