Tuition and other costs
University can be an expensive but manageable undertaking if you have a realistic financial plan in place before you begin your studies. In the first eight months of study (two terms), you will want to consider some of the following costs:
- first-year tuition rates (domestic and international students)
- housing or residence
- meals
- books
- transportation and entertainment
Try the interactive budget calculator to help estimate your first-year costs.
Finance your education
You may be eligible to receive scholarships, bursary, or Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) support to help offset your study costs. Financial aid is based on the results of your marks, application, and/or contest results.
Domestic and international students are eligible for university funding.
| Eligibility | Criteria | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Entrance
scholarships |
First-year students | ||
| Marks only |
University of Waterloo - Financing your education | ||
| Faculty of Math scholarships | All students | ||
| Bursaries | Students in financial need | Application | Waterloo bursaries |
| Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) | Ontario students in financial need | Application | OSAP website |
Co-op advantage
Fund your education with two years of paid work experience by participating in our co-op program.
For more information on Faculty of Mathematics scholarships, see the Faculty of Math's webpage.