During your academic journey there will likely be instances that you need support; whether for academics or your personal life. Waterloo Engineering is committed to providing the support that students need.
Academic Advising
Academic advisors are available to assist you with any academic inquiries, including specializations, options, overloading, the reduced load program and recovering from failed terms.
Accessibility Services
The University of Waterloo is committed to ensuring you can access, and meaningfully participate in, your education. AccessAbility Services is the University’s centralized office for the management of academic accommodations for all students with disabilities.
Counselling Services
Counselling Services is a team of professionals that provides programming and services to help you lead a healthy and balanced life. Counselling services are provided, at no charge, in a private and confidential setting to University of Waterloo students who are currently registered or on a co-op term.
Declaring absences due to illness or extenuating circumstances
There are many methods that can be used to declare an expected absence so knowing the best pathway to use in order to move forward is crucial in ensuring that you will be accommodated.
Learn more about declaring absences.
Engineering Wellness
The Faculty of Engineering Community Wellness Program was created to support you and promote the well-being of our community throughout the year. The Wellness Program seeks to provide resources, support, and referrals.
International Students
Moving to a new country and settling in can be quite an adventure and we’re here to support you with the specialized resources you need!