Academic life can be rewarding but also demanding and challenging at times — there are deadlines to juggle, new material to learn or relearn, co-op applications and interviews to balance, and lots of other great activities to absorb your talents and time.
If there are instances in your academic journey where you need support to tackle these kinds of challenges, there are many supports on campus to assist you in meeting your academic or personal life goals.
Learning support and skill mastery
Accessability
AccessAbility Office, NH 1401
A wide variety of services are offered for permanent and temporary disabilities including coaching, adaptive technology and note taking.
Skill development and leadership
Integrity is a core value closely linked with virtue, honesty, and honour. A person of integrity strives to always find and make the "right" decision. Study with integrity by learning about best practices around group work, citations, intellectual property and more.
Residence offers an environment that supports academics by encouraging mutual respect amongst residents, specified quiet hours, drop-in tutoring and many free programs and services to help you succeed academically.
Computer Science (CS) Advising, DC 3317
Get you questions and enquiries answered by a CS academic advisor, be sure to check for specific office hours.
The Math Tutorial Centre provides you with help in first and second year core mathematics courses by supplying tutors who provide personalized assistance.
Mathematics Undergraduate Office (MUO), MC 4022
Direct any mathematics questions to MUO, make sure to check for specific office hours or email mathuo@uwaterloo.ca.
Student Success Office (SSO), SCH, 2nd floor
The SSO provides academic and personal development services, resources for international students, as well as study abroad and exchange support. Make use of drop-in tutoring, online workshops, success coaching, tutor connect and workshops.
Writing and Communication Centre, SCH, 2nd floor
The Writing and Communication Centre is focused on providing you with useful feedback and strategies for your research, writing projects and developing your academic and professional voice. Make use of drop-in sessions, online resources, and workshops.
Tutoring
There are many tutoring services available on campus to support your learning and academic goals. Group or individualized appointments or drop ins can be arranged to help you whether you're looking to enhance your skills or you're preparing for an assignment or exam.
Computer Science Consulting Centre
If you are taking first or second-year CS courses and need some help, you can meet with an Instructional Support Assistant (ISA) or Instructional Apprentice (IA) in the CS Consulting Centre, MC 4065.
To arrange a private tutoring appointment with course staff, please email the respective course email or instructor directly. Note that instructors will typically hold office hours in their offices.
Mathematics Tutoring Centre
We want to help students make the transition to university mathematics by offering one-to-one student support for first- and second-year math courses.
The Mathematics Tutoring Centre offers support virtually and in-person each term starting the second week of classes until the exam period.
Writing skills
Writing and Communication Centre, SCH, 2nd floor
The Writing and Communication Centre is focused on providing you with useful feedback and strategies for your research, writing projects and developing your academic and professional voice. Make use of drop-in sessions, online resources, and workshops.
Mental health and suicide prevention
Counselling
Delton Glebe Counselling Centre, (519) 884-3305
Delton Glebe is a faith-based counselling agency, that offers individual, couples, family, children and group counselling services.
Good2Talk, 1 (866) 925-5454
Good2Talk is a free, confidential helpline providing professional counselling and information and referrals for mental health, addictions and well-being to post-secondary students in Ontario, 24/7/365.
Here24/7, 1 (844) 437-3247
Here 24/7 is a helpline for addictions, mental health and crisis services provided by 12 agencies across Waterloo Wellington. They do the intake, assessment, referral, crisis, waitlist and appointment booking work for these important programs.
K-W Counselling Services, (519) 884-0000
KW Counselling Services is a multi-service agency providing individual, family, group and outreach supports to the community.
Community support
Black student community
Make new friends, celebrate culture, and find people who understand your experience. Find black-led clubs, scholarships, and other student supports.
Diversity and Sexuality
Sexual Violence and Support (offered through the Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion Office)
Raises awareness and provides education on sexual violence are key steps in aiding the prevention of incidents. Sexual violence awareness, referral and support training is available on LEARN.
Contact SVPRO, the Sexual Violence Response Office for more information.
The Equity Office works with campus partners to establish equitable learning, teaching, working, and living environments for the benefit all community members including equity seeking groups that identify as LGBTTTTQQIPA+.
The Glow Centre, SLC 2102 ext. 38569
Glow promotes a healthy attitude towards all sexual orientations and gender identities that offers a wide variety of discussion groups, social events, advocacy opportunities, awareness campaigns, resources, and information.
The Women's Centre, SLC 2102 ext. 33457
The Women's Centre aims to provide a female-positive and supportive environment on campus that holds workshops, film screenings, and guest lectures.
Indigenous Support
The Waterloo Indigenous Student Centre is located at United College.
It provides services based on understanding, respect, and trust, as well as a recognition of and sensitivity to the different cultural values and rights of Indigenous peoples and cultures. The Centre facilitates the sharing of Indigenous knowledge and provides culturally relevant information and support services for all members of the University of Waterloo community, including Indigenous and non-Indigenous students, staff, and faculty.
Physical health and wellness
Athletics and recreation
Help maintain a balanced lifestyle during your studies by moving and staying active. The recreation and sport offerings through Warrior Athletics are a great way to make new friends and enhance your overall experience. Programs are available for all fitness levels.
Health services
Health Services, Health Services Building ext. 84096
Get connected with nutrition services, the off campus clinic, student medical clinic, and travel clinic.
Questions?
Contact your academic advisor for support with your academic success, customizing your studies, career planning, and community connection.