Embark on your greatest adventure at a place where curiosity meets top-notch professors, experience meets North America's largest co-op program, and your bright future aligns with a supportive community.
Let's explore the story of you and Waterloo.
Earn while you learn
Through North America's largest co-op program, you can explore careers and gain paid work experience while earning your degree.
Your community is calling
Through residence, clubs, sports, and events, you’ll form a social network that connects you to fun, new experiences, and support.
Watch or listen now to the Hello Warrior podcast!
Listen to learn about the programs at Waterloo, what it's like to be a student in the co-op program, tips for applying, student life, and so much more.
Episode 5: How to pay for university: Scholarships, financial aid, co-op, and more! is out now. Watch or listen on Spotify or YouTube, or check out the Hello Warrior page for previous episodes.
From the Missing Manual
The Missing Manual offers an incredible range of helpful tips and advice from Waterloo students and staff.
Striking a balance between academics and student life
University is about more than just studying! Hear from Waterloo students on how they balance academics, make friends, stay active, and find their place on campus.
Clubs at Waterloo
With over 200 clubs, from hip-hop to politics and chess to cheese, Waterloo has something for everyone. Discover what's waiting for you!
Taking your time at Waterloo to the next level
From co-op opportunities to creative projects and campus communities, see how students balance academics with personal growth and gain valuable hands-on experience.
News
Waterloo’s reputation in the world’s top 100 most prestigious universities
Waterloo was ranked 97th in the world in the Times Higher Education’s (THE) World Reputation Rankings for 2025, which surveyed more than 55,000 researchers and scholars from around the globe.
“Our professors and students continue to embrace Waterloo’s unconventional roots to push the envelope when it comes to innovation, entrepreneurship, co-op and work-integrated learning at scale with impact,” says Vivek Goel, Waterloo’s president and vice-chancellor.
You can still apply for September!
Applications are still open for some programs if you are planning to start university in September. All Engineering programs are closed to applications but there are programs available for Ontario, Canadian, and international students.
Waterloo earns gold rating for sustainability
The University of Waterloo earned a gold rating for sustainability through a North American evaluation for universities and colleges.
The STARS program, administered by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education, measures various ways that colleges and universities are supporting sustainability.
The evaluation looks at more than 60 indicators that cover academics, engagement, operations, planning and administration, and innovation and leadership.