March open house
Join us on Saturday, March 28, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. to see what makes Waterloo Architecture one of North America's top architecture schools.
Our annual March Open House is the perfect opportunity to visit our campus, tour our facilities, meet students and faculty, and learn more about the Architecture programs and degrees available at the University of Waterloo.
This year we are offering two information sessions:
Preparing for Your Admissions Interview
This session will help applicants confidently approach both their portfolio development and presentation, and admissions interview. Led by faculty members and current students, this session will walk you through what makes a portfolio stand out, how to present your work effectively, and what to expect during the interview process. Whether you’re preparing for interviews this April or exploring the program with future applications in mind, this is a valuable opportunity to gain insight, ask questions, and set yourself up for success.
Registration is required.
Why Waterloo Architecture?
This session offers prospective students an inside look at the Waterloo Architecture experience. Our faculty and student hosts will explore our curriculum, studio culture, and student life in Cambridge. Attendees will gain insight into what it’s like to study architecture in both Cambridge and Rome, learning about the unique academic and global opportunities that define our program. Whether you’ve applied and are considering your options, preparing to apply or simply curious about what makes Waterloo Architecture exceptional, this session will help you discover why Waterloo Architecture the ideal place for you to pursue your degree.
Registration is required.
Visitor parking is available in the University of Waterloo parking lot on River Street, South of our campus. Parking is free during the open house.
Campus tours
Campus tours run on select Thursdays starting at 12:30 pm.
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Directions and instructions for your visit
When you register for a tour, you'll receive an automated email confirmation. A personalized confirmation will follow within two business days which will include directions and tips for your visit.
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Group tours
Are you interested in booking a tour on behalf of an official school or community group for 10 or more visitors? Request a group tour.
Virtual tours
Unable to visit us in person? Watch our campus video tour below.
Open house
Our next open house takes place on Saturday, November 8, 2025.
Main campus tours
Looking to tour our main campus in Waterloo, visit the campus tours page on the University of Waterloo site.
Visitor Parking
Paid visitor parking is available in the University of Waterloo parking lot on River Street, South of our campus. Visit the University of Waterloo Sustainable Transportation website for parking information and rates.