Applying and Arriving
How can I pay for my housing?
The best way to pay today and always is online. Just set up Selkirk College as a vendor on your bank account. With your student number, you can pay your fees similar to a phone bill or power bill.
You can also pay in person at any of our campus cashiers with cheque, money order, debit, Visa or MasterCard. Cashiers can be reached in Nelson at (250) 354-3244 or in Castlegar at (250) 365-1297.
When is the earliest I can apply for Student Housing?
Today! We will accept your application as soon as you are ready to apply.
When is it too late to apply for Student Housing?
It is never too late to apply. We accept applications year-round if space is available.
Can I apply even if I haven't been accepted into a program yet?
You may apply as soon as you are issued a student number
When should I arrive?
You’re welcome to move in on the official move-in date as stated in your housing offer. We confirm a specific time window closer to the date. Please wait for this confirmation prior to finalizing travel plans.
Is there a cost for moving in early?
Early arrival depends on availability and requires written approval from the Housing Office. An early arrival fee applies.
Students arriving early without approval may need to find alternate accommodations until their scheduled move-in date. If we can accommodate you, an administrative fee of up to $150 may apply. A fee of $60 nightly until your scheduled move-in will apply.
Before You Arrive
How big are the rooms?
- Castlegar Student Housing: approximately 130 sq ft.
- Tenth Street Student Housing: bedrooms are from 100 to 140 sq ft.
Is there a common kitchen?
Shared kitchens are available in all housing buildings. Community members are responsible for keeping these spaces clean and well-maintained.
Are there other costs that I should budget for?
Taxi from Castlegar Airport:
- Castlegar campus is around $10.
- Tenth Street Campus in Nelson is $110-$140.
Public Transport: BC Transit buses serve all campuses. Bus passes are available in our bookstore: $45/month, $125/semester.
Winter break: Housing remains open only for students continuing into winter term. Students must apply to stay over this period in advance and pay the applicable $250 fee.
Do I need tenant's insurance?
Selkirk College does not assume any responsibility for personal property, lost, stolen or damaged from any cause. We require all students to have tenant’s insurance, which can be obtained through a local insurance broker or by adding a rider to your family’s tenant or homeowner policy.
Once You're Here
How do I cancel my Student Housing contract?
A notice form, available in the Student Housing Office, must be completed and returned to the Student Housing Office before the last working day of the month for the notice period to take effect on the first of the following month. Notice provided after the first of the month shall not be effective until the end of the following month (or semester end).
I want to get something delivered, what is my address for delivery?
Castlegar
(Your name and room number) (Your name and room number)
360 Frank Beinder Way
Castlegar, BC V1N 4L3
Nelson
Tenth Street
(Your name and room number) (Your name and room number)
702 Tenth Street
Nelson, BC V1L 3C7
Silver King
(Your name and room number) (Your name and room number)
2001 Silver King Rd.
Nelson, BC V1L 1C8
When your parcel arrives, we will send a notification to your student email. You can then pick up the parcel from the Student Housing Office. If you are tracking a parcel, please allow for a minimum of 24 hours for us to receive the parcel from Shipping and Receiving.
I lost my keys, what do I do?
Report the lost keys to the Student Housing Office right away.