University of Toronto college residences charge about $9,000 to $28,000 a year depending on the college, the room and the meal plan, and most colleges make a meal plan mandatory. This guide sets out the fees the university’s comparison page publishes, labels the ones whose year it does not state, and lists what is missing.
Details come from the U of T Student Life residence fee comparison page, checked on 20 October 2026. The figures are in Canadian dollars and cover the St George campus only. The page gives no fees for U of T Mississauga or Scarborough. Confirm everything for your intake before you pay.
College residence fees, 2026-27
The first four colleges below list the meal plan inside the room fee. The ranges run across the meal plan options each college offers.
| Residence | Room | 2026-27 fee (meal plan included) |
|---|---|---|
| New College | Economy double | $14,965 to $16,015 |
| New College | Double | $17,520 to $18,570 |
| New College | Single | $19,720 to $20,770 |
| University College | Single (Morrison, Whitney, Sir Daniel Wilson) | $18,591 to $21,236 |
| University College | Double (Whitney Hall) | $16,548 to $17,361 |
| Knox Residence (new residents) | Double | $18,772 to $19,342 |
| Knox Residence (new residents) | Single | $19,808 to $20,358 |
| Chestnut Residence | Double | $22,858 to $23,408 |
| Chestnut Residence | Single | $26,570 to $27,120 |
Three more colleges publish 2026-27 room fees and list a mandatory meal plan as a separate line, so check whether the room fee already includes it:
| Residence | Room fees | Meal plan listed on the page |
|---|---|---|
| St. Michael’s College | Triple $11,190, double $12,937, single $13,953, economy double $11,840, economy single $12,758 | 5-day $6,845, 7-day $7,986 |
| Trinity College | Triple $14,100, double $15,400, single $16,500 | $8,568 |
| Victoria College | Single from $13,327, double from $12,365, triple $10,378, super single $14,390 to $17,094, depending on the building | Plan A $6,380, Plan B $7,042, Plan C $5,551 (upper-year only) |
Other residences and year-round options
- CampusOne (12 months, September 2026 to August 2027): monthly room fees run from $1,874 to $2,295 depending on the room type. The page puts the 12-month total at $29,089 to $33,965 including a mandatory meal plan. Meal plan prices are the 2025-26 figures ($6,925 and $7,625), with 2026-27 prices still to be updated.
- Graduate House (2025-26 figures): $957.62 to $1,477.20 a month, a $1,650 confirmation deposit and a $350 application fee. There is no meal plan, and kitchens are provided.
- Innis College and Woodsworth College (year not stated): Innis charges $9,000 for a double, $14,054 for a standard single and $17,500 for a premium single. Woodsworth charges $14,615. Neither includes a meal plan.
- Oak House (year not stated): the dormitory-style single costs $25,182 to $27,901 for eight months with a mandatory meal plan, and the 12-month suite-style single costs $27,893 to $29,692 without one.
Apart from Graduate House, the page gives no deposit for any residence. Contact the college directly for deposit, deadline and guarantee details.
College residence or private rental?
| Question | U of T residence | Private rental |
|---|---|---|
| Meals | Mandatory meal plan at most colleges | You cook for yourself |
| Cost | About $9,000 to $28,000 a year depending on college and room | I could not verify Toronto rents, so check current listings |
| Term | Mostly eight months, with some 12-month options | Set by your lease, so read the term and exit rules |
I have not ranked neighbourhoods or listed private buildings, because I could not verify prices or area details against reliable sources. If you rent privately, view the place in person or on a live video call, get a written lease and never pay before you have one. For other Canadian cities, see our guides to Ottawa, Hamilton and Montreal, or browse all student accommodation in Canada.
FAQs about student accommodation in Toronto
How much does U of T residence cost?
For 2026-27, New College ranges from $14,965 for an economy double to $20,770 for a single with the largest meal plan, and Chestnut singles run $26,570 to $27,120. Prices vary widely by college.
Is a meal plan compulsory?
At most colleges, yes. Innis, Woodsworth and Graduate House list no meal plan and provide kitchens.
Does the page cover U of T Mississauga and Scarborough?
No. It points readers to the UTM and UTSC housing websites for their fees.
Sources
All checked 20 October 2026.
