You’re getting ready to embark on your biggest adventure yet. And you’re looking for the right place to make it happen. A place where your curiosity meets world-class professors. Where your thirst for experience meets North America’s largest co-op program. And where your bright future meets a community that supports your limitless potential.
Let’s explore the story of you and Waterloo.
Explore our programs
All programs
From digital arts, biotechnology, and robotics to health, data science, and sustainability, our 100+ programs will set you up for success.
Our minors
Math and music? Biology and geography? Chemistry and Spanish? Combine your interests and make your degree uniquely you.
Business programs
Choose a business degree that makes people take notice. Working with employers, we created business programs that give you an edge.
Offers of admission for September
If you've received an offer of admission, congratulations! We look forward to welcoming you to campus in September. The deadline for accepting your Offer of Admission and paying your residence deposit (if you plan to live on campus) is June 3. Learn about your next steps.
If you haven't received an offer of admission, you're still in consideration! We're waiting for updated grades from Ontario high schools and will have all offers of admission released by mid-May.
Rankings and reputation
Career and community
Co-op at Waterloo
Through North America's largest co-op program, you can explore careers and gain paid work experience while earning your university degree.
Student life
Through residence, clubs, sports, and events, you’ll form a social network that connects you to fun times, new experiences, and all-around support.
What to expect in first year
Students from each of our six faculties share what surprised and inspired them during first year, the biggest differences between high school and university, and what helped them adjust to life at Waterloo.
Discover the Missing Manual
Written by Waterloo students and staff, the Missing Manual highlights everything you want to know about applying to university, thriving at Waterloo, and discovering a career you'll love.
What are the different residences at Waterloo?
There are so many options! Learn what each residence has to offer.
How to personalize your residence room
Here are some of our favourite ideas to help make your dorm feel like home.
Completing the residence preference form
Not sure how to complete the residence preference form? Here are a few tips to consider.