Spring Term Application for Undergraduate Readmission

Use this form if you are a previously registered University of Waterloo undergraduate student and are applying for readmission for the next spring academic term.

Application deadline: March 1, 2024

  • Any forms received after the deadline will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • Students contemplating readmission should take into consideration course selection dates when determining when to re-apply as course availability may be affected.

Instructions

  • Complete all required fields (denoted by a red asterisk).
  • Submit only one application. Email askthecentre@uwaterloo.ca if you need to update the information previously submitted.

  • Some information or documents that will assist you in completing the form:

    • A brief statement explaining why you want to be readmitted
    • A current résumé (required for students wanting to study in the faculties of Engineering or Mathematics)
    • A list of all institutions attended since you were last registered at Waterloo (if applicable)
      • An unofficial transcript would be helpful until the official transcript arrives
    • For students who previously had a "Required to Withdraw" decision, a statement about your previous academic performance and why you'll do better this time

Questions

Contact The Centre if you have questions about completing this form.

Information and privacy: questions regarding the collection of information on this form can be directed to the form administrator.

For a different academic term, see the winter or spring application forms (links at the top of this form).
Personal information
If known, please include the 8 digit number.
If applicable and if used on any records or transcripts
Date of birth * (required)
Include your area code. This number will be used to contact you in the event we are unable to reach you via email.
Readmission information
To which faculty are you applying?
Readmission reason * (required)
Indicate the reason you are requesting undergraduate readmission.
Length of absence * (required)
Have you been away from studies from the University of Waterloo for at least four (4) years?
Indicate the undergraduate degree you previously obtained from the University of Waterloo (e.g., Bachelor of Science).
Petition submission * (required)
Have you also submitted a Petition for Exception to Academic Regulations requesting changes to your academic record?
Provide a brief explanation of your reasons for applying for readmission to the University of Waterloo.
* (required)
If you are returning after a "Required to Withdraw' decision, provide a statement indicating the reasons for your previous academic performance and why you think you will be successful on your return.
Files must be less than 2 MB.
Allowed file types: pdf doc docx.
You may upload a current résumé.
Files must be less than 2 MB.
Allowed file types: pdf doc docx.
* (required)
Provide a current résumé.
Files must be less than 2 MB.
Allowed file types: pdf doc docx.
Academic background history
Other academic institutions * (required)
Have you attended any other academic institutions (college or university) since you were last registered at the University of Waterloo?

Official transcripts must be provided for all other academic institutions (college or university) since leaving Waterloo. Please arrange to have them sent from the institution directly to the University of Waterloo, Office of the Registrar.

Note: You may upload a copy of an unofficial transcript under "Other documents" below; this will allow the application to proceed while we wait for the official copy to arrive.

Institution #1
From * (required)
To * (required)
(if applicable)
Additional institutions * (required)
Do you have additional institutions to add?
Institution #2
From * (required)
To * (required)
(if applicable)
Additional institutions * (required)
Do you have additional institutions to add?
Institution #3
From * (required)
To * (required)
(if applicable)

If you have attended more than 3 institutions, please list them in a document and upload in "Other documents".

Feel free to add additional documents (e.g., unofficial transcripts from other institutions) that might assist the Admissions Committee to make a decision. Upload all additional files in one single document.
Files must be less than 5 MB.
Allowed file types: pdf doc docx.
Academic information
Campus of registration * (required)
Academic load * (required)
Indicate your preferred course load.
Online study * (required)
Is your intention to only take online courses?

If you already have an undergraduate degree from the University of Waterloo and intend to pursue another (second degree or degree upgrade), please consult with an undergraduate advisor from the desired faculty to be aware of the limitations and restrictions.

Select the desired program for degree studies.
Select the desired program for degree studies.
Select the desired program for degree studies.
Select the desired program for degree studies.
Select the desired program for degree studies.
Select the desired program for degree studies.
If known, indicate your intended degree (e.g., Bachelor of Mathematics, Bachelor of Computer Science)
Indicate your intended major (e.g., Biology, Kinesiology, Political Science, undeclared).
Indicate the name of the diploma you wish to pursue (e.g., Diploma in Human Resources Management).
Indicate the course(s), in priority order, you wish to take (e.g., 1-FR 151, 2-BIOL 208, 3-CS 100).

To see upcoming course offerings, please use the Course Selection Offerings List or the Undergraduate Schedule of Classes. If successfully readmitted, you will be required to register for your courses online using Waterloo's student information system: Quest.

Acknowledgements
Acknowledgements * (required)
Indicate you have read and understood the statements below by checking each box.