Residence Rooms
Green College will assign you a room type before you arrive to live in residence. Each type of accommodation includes:
- Your own private workspace
- A large personal room
- A bed, desk, armoire, bookcase, two chairs and two lamps (a desk and floor lamp)
Please note in the photos below that some items have been purchased by Resident Members. Unless they are the items listed above, they are not included in the room.
NOTE: Resident Members are assigned to specific room types based on their level of study or relationship status. Graduate students are assigned to grad single and split-level room types, with split-level room types generally reserved for members who have been at the College for a full year. Studios are reserved for Postdoctoral Scholars and couples.
The different types of rooms at the College are:
Single Room
Each single-occupancy room shares a bathroom with another single room.
These rooms measure approximately 180 square feet each.
Single Room Split
Two single-occupancy rooms share a bathroom in a two-level suite, with an additional shared living area.
Each split measures approximately 663 square feet in total, and each single room is approximately 180 square feet.
Studio Room
A self-contained room with its own bathroom, suitable for single or double occupancy (priority is given to Postdoctoral Fellows, Visiting Scholars and couples).
Studio rooms measure around 312 (standard) square feet each.
See the Fees page for more information on differences in cost per accommodation option.
While we cannot guarantee your placement in a given room type, please discuss any particular needs or preferences with gc.membership@ubc.ca upon accepting your membership offer and tenancy. However, please note that preference can generally only extend from single room to split room, due to priority assignment of studio rooms.
Please note that our residential buildings are not generally suitable for persons with mobility or agility disabilities. Much of the property is on steep terrain, and there are many stairs throughout the facility.
If you have a disability of this type and are interested in applying for resident membership, please contact the Membership Coordinator at gc.membership@ubc.ca for more detailed information on the College's ability to accommodate your needs.
Residential Grounds
One of the benefits of living at Green College is around-the-clock access to a wide range of facilities just outside your residence room.
Graham House and The Coach House
Find spaces to curl up with a book and a cup of tea, play the piano, or plug in your laptop and study.
The Reading Room
Catch up on news from around the world and leaf through publications by some of our members and visitors. Here, you'll have access to a well-stocked library of books from across all disciplines.
Green Commons
Watch TV or just hang out in this recreational room reserved for residents.
Grounds and Gardens
Explore the stunning College gardens, including a Rose Garden and an outdoor patio sitting area. It's the perfect spot to catch the sunset.