Discover your story at Waterloo

Embark on your greatest adventure at a place where curiosity meets top-notch professors, experience meets North America's largest co-op program, and your bright future aligns with a supportive community.

Let's explore the story of you and Waterloo.

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Earn while you learn

Through North America's largest co-op program, you can explore careers and gain paid work experience while earning your degree.

Discover the benefits of co-op →

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Your community is calling

Through residence, clubs, sports, and events, you’ll form a social network that connects you to fun, new experiences, and support.

Explore student life →

Watch or listen now to the Hello Warrior podcast!

Listen to learn about the programs at Waterloo, what it's like to be a student in the co-op program, tips for applying, student life, and so much more.

Episode 5: How to pay for university: Scholarships, financial aid, co-op, and more! is out now. Watch or listen on Spotify or YouTube, or check out the Hello Warrior page for previous episodes.

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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.

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How to find and apply to scholarships

Scholarships are a great way to ease the financial load of university, and this article shows you exactly how to find and apply for them.

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What does university cost?

Wondering what university really costs? This article breaks down tuition, living expenses, and other fees to help you budget for a successful university experience.

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Ways to save and earn money for university

Saving for university doesn’t have to be stressful—this article shares creative ways to help you build your savings and manage your money effectively.

News

Waterloo was ranked 97th in the world in the Times Higher Education’s (THE) World Reputation Rankings for 2025, which surveyed more than 55,000 researchers and scholars from around the globe. 

“Our professors and students continue to embrace Waterloo’s unconventional roots to push the envelope when it comes to innovation, entrepreneurship, co-op and work-integrated learning at scale with impact,” says Vivek Goel, Waterloo’s president and vice-chancellor.

The University of Waterloo earned a gold rating for sustainability through a North American evaluation for universities and colleges.

The STARS program, administered by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education, measures various ways that colleges and universities are supporting sustainability.

The evaluation looks at more than 60 indicators that cover academics, engagement, operations, planning and administration, and innovation and leadership.