If you have received a conditional offer of admission to the BASE or iBASE program, we are sure you have a lot of questions. Fortunately, we have many friendly faces who are willing to help!
We welcome you to send us an email or you can also register for a virtual Zoom meeting by registering on the Calendly appointment booking tool.
Admissions
Email base@uwaterloo.ca if you have questions about:
- submitting a new English language test score
- starting degree studies after BASE
- deferring an offer of admission
- requesting documents to extend your visa
- applying for re-admission
- changing your program/plan
BASE/iBASE courses
Do you have questions about your class schedule as a BASE or iBASE student? How will the courses benefit me as a university student?
Contact Keely Cook if you have questions about BASE courses.
Student experience and support
Do you wonder about what life is like as a student in the BASE or iBASE program? What is the program like? Will it help me? When do I begin my degree program?
Our Student Experience team at Renison University College are excited to connect you to the University of Waterloo community and support you in your academic journey as a Waterloo student
Talk with Ryan Connell
Ryan is a proud graduate from the Social Development Studies program at the University of Waterloo. As your Student Experience Manager, Ryan is very knowledgeable about all of the campus services and resources available to University of Waterloo students. Some of Ryan's most popular things to talk about include:
- All of the campus services available to you as a Waterloo student and what you are able to access to support your academic and personal success. Think of Ryan as your "Human Google" for any of your questions. If he doesn't know the answer, he will know who you can speak to!
- Mental health wellness and strategies to improve your wellbeing as a university student.
- Advice for studying in an online environment. Fun fact: Ryan completed his UWaterloo degree and two college certificates completely online, in addition to now completing his Masters of Education online this year.
- Tips for adjusting to Canadian culture and building your language skills outside of the classroom.
You can:
- Email Ryan at ryan.connell@uwaterloo.ca for support.
- Register for a one-on-one Zoom Meeting online with Ryan using the Calendly website.
- Message Ryan on WhatsApp, WeChat, KakaoTalk, or LINE.
Talk with Yao (Jenny) Zhou (an iBASE Graduate!)
- How to adjust to study life as an English language learner in university.
- What her experience was like studying in the iBASE program and how the program helped her to prepare for University life.
- Strategies to improve your English language skills and how Jenny worked to improve her skills as an English Language Learner.
- Advice about life in Canada, studying at the University of Waterloo, and getting involved with your Faculty.
- Study skills and time management strategies that have worked for Jenny during her degree.
You can:
- Email Jenny at yao.zhou@uwaterloo.ca for support.
- Register for a one-on-one Zoom Meeting online with Jenny using the Calendly website.
International student services
Contact one of our Immigration Consultants if you have questions about
- Study Permits
- Canadian immigration status
Contact the International Student Experience team to learn about
- your new campus and community
- English conversation strategies and tips in a group setting
- exploring Canadian culture
- medical coverage or taxes
Other Waterloo services
- Health Services (access to doctors and nurses)
- Counselling Services (personal counselling, mental health, career advice)
- AccessAbility Services (if you have a permanent or temporary disability)
- Student Success Office (peer tutors, leadership workshops)