Off-Campus Student Resources
Welcome Off-Campus Students!
If you do not live in Residence, then you are an off-campus student! At U of G, we are always working on creative ways to improve student success and help our off-campus students feel welcome and supported.
The Off-Campus Living Advisor offers one-on-one or group advising for commuters to assist in finding community and developing your connections and sense of belonging at the University of Guelph. In addition to support from the Off-Campus Living Advisor, we also have two Peer Helper student teams who run events and workshops for commuter students and provide one-on-one rental and tenant advising. If you have questions or suggestions, or would like to book an online appointment, contact us at ocl@uoguelph.ca
Student Engagement
Our Peer Helper Team is here to help off-campus students feel more engaged and to find a sense of belonging on campus through events and activities. Find out more about commuter student programming and events on GryphLife.
Guelph Transit Bus Pass for U of G students
You’ll likely want a bus pass to help you get around town. In Guelph, your bus pass is your student card! If you’re living off-campus in Guelph, make sure to check the bus routes nearby so that you’ll be able to make it to your classes and other commitments easily. You can find bus schedules, information about the On-Demand bus, and trip planning resources on the Guelph Transit website.
GO Transit Student Discount
If you’re travelling to campus from outside Guelph, GO Transit is a convenient option. With over 20 GO buses arriving on campus each weekday, it’s easy to commute from cities like Mississauga, Brampton, Kitchener-Waterloo, and the GTA.
As a post-secondary student, you can also save 40%* on fares with the GO Transit Student Discount. Learn more about routes, schedules, and how to set up your discount on the GO Transit website.
Parking Services
You can manage your Parking Services account online, which means you can purchase your parking pass online rather than waiting in line to pay. Visit www.parking.uoguelph.ca for more information.
Meal Plan for Commuters
The Ultra Food Plan is availability through Hospitality Services and has been designed specifically for off-campus students. You can find out more information at the Hospitality website.
Lockers
Locker rentals are available in two different buildings on campus:
University Centre (UC)
Locker rentals are administered by the University Centre Administration office on the second floor of the centre.
Athletics
Lockers are available for daily use (free) and membership rental (for a fee).
Rental Living
Rental Living programs through Off-Campus Living offer rental resources, workshops, events, tenant advising, and a rental listing service.
Get Involved
From the Off-Campus University Student (OCUS) organization to intramurals to clubs, there are a lot of options for getting involved. Check out some options here:
- There are hundreds of clubs and organizations on campus. Explore the opportunities through GryphLife.ca
- Intramural sports organized through Athletics
- Guelph Mature Students Association (GMSA)
- Off-Campus University Students (OCUS)
- Become a Peer Helper
Want to stay up to date on all things commuter? Become a member of OCL on GryphLife.ca
