Thompson Rivers University Housing (On and Off-Campus)

Thompson Rivers University student studying

26 Aug

TRU Housing Options Limited? Find a Kamloops Apartment Rental Near Campus

If you’ll be starting classes at Thompson Rivers University in September and still haven’t found housing at TRU, you’re not alone. This time of year, many students frantically scramble to search for Kamloops apartments when they realize they’ve left their university housing application too late.

2 bedroom apartment at Kamloops' McGill Ridge - bird's eye view

18 Aug

Still Looking for Student Housing? Why a 2 Bedroom Apartment Rental May Be Your Best Option

If you're preparing to attend Thompson Rivers University this September and are still looking for housing, don't panic. One viable solution is finding a roommate and sharing the rent on a 2 bedroom apartment in Kamloops near the university.

20 Jul

TRU Student Housing in Kamloops: What Parents Should Know About Off-Campus Housing

Finding TRU student housing isn't as simple as applying for a university residence. Students who qualify for Thompson Rivers University housing aren't guaranteed a space, so families should explore TRU off-campus housing as early as possible, and not just as a fallback, but as an option that many students ultimately choose.

Parents and their TRU student daughter in an aparatment at McGill Ridge in Kamloops

10 Jul

Why TRU Students and Their Parents Choose McGill Ridge Apartments

McGill Ridge Apartments has become a popular alternative to Thompson Rivers University housing because it offers students more privacy and independence than university residence options.

20 May

Why Apply for Thompson Rivers University Housing in Spring, Not Summer?

If you’re looking for Thompson Rivers University housing on-campus or in the private rental market, location, the monthly rental cost, and amenities are likely foremost in your mind. However, the timing of your rental application is equally important and often overlooked.

14 Jan

Get to Know Kamloops & Plan Your Move Before Attending Thompson Rivers University

If you’re planning to live in Kamloops while attending TRU, you’ll need to decide whether Thompson Rivers University housing or off-campus housing is the better fit for you.

24 Jul

Want an Easier Student Life? Live Close to Thompson Rivers University

In Kamloops, many students choose to live in Thompson Rivers University housing or in an apartment close to campus. If you live further away from campus, you’ll spend a lot of time waiting for buses and travelling to and from TRU.

18 Sep

The Best Alternative to Thompson Rivers University Housing is a Shared 1 Bedroom Apartment

If you’re considering living in Thompson Rivers University housing while attending TRU and you’re wondering how that compares to renting off campus, read on. On-campus living is a positive experience for many students, although it’s not suitable for everyone.

25 Jul

Five Alternatives to Thompson Rivers University Housing

Though Thompson Rivers University housing offers on-campus rentals for students, it isn’t always a good fit. While living on campus has obvious advantages, there is a downside: