International students
Consistently ranked as the Top Comprehensive Research University in Canada (Research Infosource), our international reputation for excellence and innovation attracts some of the most inspiring and creative graduate students and researchers in the world.
Waterloo is proud to have a large cohort of successful international graduate students. Our game-changing research and entrepreneurial spirit power one of the world's top innovation hubs.
International admissions
International resources
- Read the University of Waterloo International Student Guide
- Visit the Student Success Office to learn about our International student resources
- Learn how to apply for a Study Permit
- Visit Student Financial Services for fee schedules and how to make fee payments
- Use the Tuition Fee Estimator to receive an estimate of tuition, incidental and residence fees
Study permits for international students
The Government of Canada recently announced a cap on new study permits for international students for the next two years.
Please note that this cap does not apply to master’s or PhD students, and current study permit holders will not be affected. Review the New Canadian study permit requirements news item for more details.