Thunderbird
Thunderbird
Thunderbird offers private-entrance condominium living for independent singles and couples. Thunderbird’s five blocks are connected by winding cobbled walkways and manicured greenery. There is always an air of sociability among mature residents.
Quick Facts
- Year Round
- Mainly upper-year undergraduate and graduate students
- 634 beds: 74 four-bedrooms, 9 two-bedrooms, 167 one-bedrooms, 153 studios
- Unfurnished studio, one and two bedroom suites
- Furnished four bedroom suites
- Internet access (ethernet port) in each room
- Single gender roommate assignments
- Eligibility requirements
- Fees
Be aware that building repairs at Thunderbird are taking place in summer 2025 and 2026, and there will be construction activity and noise in the area. Learn more.
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Thunderbird Front Desk
6335 Thunderbird Crescent
Vancouver, B.C. V6T 2G9
Tel: 604 822 1233 - information@housing.ubc.ca
Rooms at Thunderbird
Studio
Suite includes kitchen area, separate bathroom, and closet. Unfurnished.
One Bedroom
Bedroom with a bathroom, kitchen, living area and eating area. Unfurnished.
Two Bedroom
Private bedrooms with shared bathroom, kitchen, living and eating area. Unfurnished.
Four Bedroom
Private bedrooms with two shared bathrooms, kitchen, living and eating area. Fully furnished.
Thunderbird Photo Gallery
Facilities at Thunderbird
Commonsblock
The hub for residence activities. Includes: Wi-Fi, fitness room, music practice room, and lounging areas.
Support Staff
From our Front Desk staff and Overnight Mobile Team to Residence Life professional and student staff, you are never alone! Meet the people you can contact with questions, concerns or a request for support.
Sort It Out!
Sustainability is a shared value in residence. Thunderbird has a large sorting area with collection bins for household recyclables, e-waste, charitable donations, and trash.
Laundry Facilities
Machines operate on a convenient card system—no need to worry about coins. Facilities are located in each residence block.
Parking & Bicycle Storage
Limited monthly parking is available for a fee. Indoor and outdoor bicycle storage is available.
Outdoor Facilities
Basketball, tennis courts, playing fields and beaches are easily accessible. Nearby Pacific Spirit Regional Park has over 35 kilometres of multipurpose trails to explore.
Health & Safety
Residents have access to a campus medical clinic and safety programs such as SafeWalk. There are regular nightly patrols of residence properties.
Meal Plan
Thunderbird suites come with kitchens. Students can purchase an optional meal plan for convenience—no need to cook or carry cash.
Sustainability Features
UBC has been recognized internationally for its commitment to sustainable living. Many residences and rooms have modern sustainability features designed to reduce waste, energy consumption, and water use.
Thunderbird Residence Life
“Living here is like travelling the world and working in every field imaginable because you meet people from all over, whose academic interests range from education and law to genetics and engineering.†– Thunderbird resident
Thunderbird’s Residence Life team consists of one professional staff member and more than four student staff who work hard to promote a safe, inclusive and enjoyable community for residents.