Graduate House is the only residence at the University of Toronto where smoking is not allowed anywhere, in bedrooms, common areas, or the courtyard. The majority of the suites have two levels connected by stairs. The kitchen, living area, entry closet, and two piece bath are on the entry level. The other suites have one level, with the advantage of no stairs. Suites have individual controls for heating and air conditioning, and outside air exchange is supplied individually to each suite.
Windows have a sliding section that opens to the outside.
A typical single room measures approximately nine feet by fourteen feet, including the closet area. Every bedroom is carpeted and has a closet for each occupant. Furnishings include a captain's bed with drawers, desk, desk chair, floor lamp, waste bin, and bookcase. Each room has a high speed Internet connection linked to the campus fibre-optic backbone, and reasonable personal use is included in the occupancy charge. Students are required to provide their own bed linen and blankets, kitchen cutlery and dishes, cooking utensils, and cleaning supplies.