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From the Missing Manual
The Missing Manual offers an incredible range of helpful tips and advice from Waterloo students and staff.
Getting involved at university
From clubs and communities to volunteering, workshops, and part-time jobs, discover the many ways to get involved at university and make the most of campus life.
Making friends at university
Curious about how to make friendships at university? Learn the simple ways to meet people, build genuine connections, and find your community on campus.
What does it mean to be a Warrior?
Learn what it means to be a Waterloo Warrior, a community defined by innovation, excellence, and belonging.
News
Times Higher Education subject rankings lists Waterloo subjects among top 100 in the world
In the recent Times Higher Education (THE) 2026 subject rankings, Waterloo once again ranks among the world's top universities.
THE's subject rankings include the top 1,600 universities worldwide. Waterloo ranks
- 162nd in the world (overall ranking),
- 78th in engineering and technology, and
- 41st in computer science.
Other top subject areas that rank among the top in the world include business and economics, medical and health, physical sciences, psychology, social sciences, life sciences, and arts and humanities.
Waterloo's dedication to excellence in teaching and research is reflected in our strong rankings year after year. You can view the full rankings on THE World Rankings website.
Join us for March Open House
Registration is now open for March Open House on Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Spend the day or pop in for the sessions you'd like to attend.
- Attend academic information sessions and sample lectures.
- Learn about your program by chatting with professors and students.
- Discover campus with a student-led tour.
Coming events
Grade 10 Info Night
If you're in Grade 10 and planning to attend university, you're invited to learn what you can do now to prepare. This is a hybrid event, and you can join us in person or online.
Virtual campus tour
Can't make it to campus? Take a live virtual campus tour to see facilities you could use as a Waterloo student; learn more about our faculties, campus housing, and student services; and chat live with student ambassadors.