Friel

Friel is a suite and studio style residence with 380 beds. Find out more about this residence and what it's like to live here. If you're a current resident, you'll also find information about amenities and services offered in your residence.

Your room

For more information about appliances and furniture in residence, see What to bring to residence.

What to bring to residence

✅&�Բ��; Variety of studios and 1- or 2-bedroom suites with single, double, or quadruple occupancy

✅&�Բ��; Shared in-unit bathroom

✅&�Բ��; In-unit kitchenette (except on the 3rd floor) and community kitchen

✅&�Բ��; Dining table and two chairs

✅&�Բ��; Shared common spaces

✅&�Բ��; Bed size: single bed (bedding not included)

❌ Nightstand

✅&�Բ��; Desk

✅&�Բ��; Chair

✅ Dresser

❌ Armoire with drawers

❌ TV in bedroom

✅&�Բ��; TV in common room

✅&�Բ��; Space for a mini-fridge

✅&�Բ��; Kitchen appliances (sink, microwave, mini fridge) in all units except on the 3rd floor

✅&�Բ��; In-unit temp control

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Building overview

Friel is a great fit for students who look forward to making new friends, but also enjoy their privacy. It has 380 beds in single, double and quadruple occupancy units with a variety of amenities such as in-unit bathrooms (some shared with roommates). All units have a living space, and every unit except those on the 3rd floor has a kitchenette. There is a community kitchen on the 3rd floor.

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Residence type

❌ Traditional

❌ Traditional Plus

✅&�Բ��; Suites and studios

❌ Apartments

Length of agreement

✅&�Բ��; 8 months (September to April)

❌ 12 months (September to August)

8-month agreement

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Fees

2024-2025

Room type	Total cost per person
Suite with two double occupancy bedrooms	$8,879
Double occupancy suite	$10,139
Suite with two single occupancy bedrooms	$11,525
Suite with one single occupancy bedroom	$12,385
Double occupancy studio	$10,049
Single occupancy studio	$12,059
Double occupancy studio without kitchenette	$9,561
Single occupancy studio without kitchenette	$11,119

2023-2024

Room type	Total cost per person
Suite with two double occupancy bedrooms	$8,417
Double occupancy suite	$9,629
Suite with two single occupancy bedrooms	$10,962
Suite with one single occupancy bedroom	$11,789
Double occupancy studio	$9,542
Single occupancy studio	$11,475
Double occupancy studio without kitchenette	$9,073
Single occupancy studio without kitchenette	$10,571

Connect with your peers and develop your community

A sense of belonging is an important part of the student experience. No matter what you're studying, participating in a Living Learning or Themed Community offers opportunities for connection and community development — beyond the classroom!

Find out more about our Living Learning and Themed communities.

Information for current residents

University residents have access to a number of services and amenities.

Mental health support

Policies and documents

Room assignment and shared living

Kitchen

Kitchenette equipped with a sink, a mini-fridge and a microwave oven, shared with roommates (where applicable)

Large kitchen on the ground floor equipped with full-size range and microwave ovens

Community kitchen on the third floor

Find out more about our kitchen and housekeeping policies.

Laundry

There is a laundry room on every floor, and it's free.

Bring:

Detergent
Dryer sheets

Detailed instructions on how to do your laundry are found in each laundry room. Just follow the five easy steps.

garbage and recycling bin with multiple compartments

Garbage, recycling and compost

Make a difference and learn how to recycle right in residence.

Garbage, recycling, and compost bins are located on the 3rd floor (room 336) and on the 8th floor beside stairwell C.

If you have questions, your floor is missing a recycling bin or you'd like to request a compost bin, email [email protected].

Learn how to recycle right in residence.

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Housing Portal

You can use the Housing Portal to complete tasks such as requesting a room change or swap, terminating your residence agreement or updating your emergency contact information.

Services for residents

90 University Private, room 143
Ottawa, Ontario K1N 1H3

613-562-5885
1-888-564-4545 (Canada/United States)

[email protected]

Request repairs
Keys and access cards
Request a room change or cancel your room
Meal plans, �¼��ʱʱ�� Card and U-Pass

Off-campus housing

Off campus housing services include: resources for finding housing in the Ottawa-Gatineau area, and posting and managing ads for subletting and takeovers.

90 University Private, room 145
Ottawa, ON K1N 1H3
613-562-5621

[email protected]

To book an in-person appointment with an off-campus housing expert , save time and join the virtual line using the virtual line system. You will receive a notification when it's your time to be served.

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