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Discover Canada's innovation university

Our game-changing research and entrepreneurial spirit power one of the world’s top innovation hubs. Our students learn from world-class scholars and benefit from North America’s largest paid co-op program.

­If you’re looking for a place to pursue your interests and build the skills for a successful future, we hope you’ll join us at the University of Waterloo.

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High school and transfer students

Admission requirements

How to apply

Co-op = paid work experience

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Prospective graduate students

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Application and admission requirements

Funding

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Other ways to study

Part-time and online studies (undergraduate)

Earn your graduate degree online

Professional development

Employers and educators across Canada and internationally recognize the high-quality education you'll gain at Waterloo.

#1 comprehensive research university in Canada 17 years in a row

Research Infosource 2024
#1 school in Canada for startup founders

Pitchbook University Rankings 2024
#2 in Canada for most innovative university

Maclean's University Rankings 2025

Waterloo by the numbers

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