Fall Open House schedule
Saturday, November 25, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Drop in when you can, or make a day of it!
Registration
If you haven't already, please register to let us know you'll be attending.
Directions and parking
- Directions to main campus
- Campus map
- Parking is free in all lots except D, H, and ECEC
- Directions to the School of Architecture (Cambridge)
- Directions to the School of Pharmacy (Kitchener)
- Directions to the Stratford School of Interaction Design and Business
Planning your day
To get a jump start on planning your day, check out our campus activities and the campus map. The session schedule is also available as an accessible PDF.
When you arrive, grab a printed event guide to get familiar with campus and what is available to explore. Follow signs around campus to visit the faculty area offering the programs you’re interested in.
- If you're not sure which faculty offers your program(s) of interest, check out this list of programs grouped by faculty.
- For School of Architecture activities, please go directly to the satellite campus in Cambridge, Ontario.
- For School of Pharmacy activities, please go directly to the satellite campus in Kitchener, Ontario.
- If you're interested in our Global Business and Digital Arts program, you can speak with program representatives on our main campus or explore the satellite campus in Stratford, Ontario.
In-person academic sessions and tours
Academic sessions and tours are listed below. Refer to our campus map for directions to rooms and buildings where these academic sessions and tours are being held.
Faculty of Arts
Academic Sessions
Social work info session - REN 2106/2107
11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Social Development Studies - REN 2106/2107
10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Tours & Fairs
- 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Arts tours, Hagey Hall Hub (45 mins.)
- 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Information fair, Hagey Hall Hub
- Chat with Professors and students from all of our various majors in the Faculty of Arts!
- 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Arts alumni lounge, Hagey Hall Hub
- We will have alumni from various Arts majors to discuss with prospective students, and give them an idea of different things they could do after graduating from Waterloo!
School of Accounting and Finance
Academic Sessions
Student panel: Lead the change. Shape the Future. – HH 1101
10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Tours & Fairs
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10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — School of Accounting and Finance tours, Hagey Hall atrium (30 mins.)
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10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Information fair, Hagey Hall atrium
Global Business and Digital Arts (Stratford)
Students interested in the Global Business and Digital Arts program are encouraged to attend the Open House activities at the Stratford School of Interaction Design and Business.
The Stratford School is located at 125 St. Patrick Street, Stratford, Ontario.
Academic Sessions
Tech and design workshop – Room 1004
11 a.m.; 1 p.m.; and 3 p.m.
GBDA information session – Room 1004
12 p.m. and 2 p.m.
Tours and Fairs
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10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Self-guided tours through the Stratford School
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10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Meet your GBDA instructors (Room 2022/2024 and Atrium)
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10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Meet upper-year GBDA students (student lounge and throughout the school)
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10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — View past and current GBDA project displays (2nd floor project rooms and 3rd floor collaboration space)
Students who are unable to attend the Stratford School are encouraged to visit us on the main University of Waterloo Campus.
- 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Meet an instructor, upper-year student(s), and an academic advisor from the GBDA program (booth in Hagey Hall)
Faculty of Engineering
Academic Sessions
Applying to Waterloo Engineering – E5 3101/3102
10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.; 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.; 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.; and 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Hear an overview of the admissions process to an Engineering program at the University of Waterloo, including application deadlines and supplementary application materials, followed by an opportunity for Q&A.
Civil & Architectural Engineering – E7 4417
10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.; 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.; and 3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Learn more about our Civil and Architectural Engineering programs at the University of Waterloo, including the courses you’ll take and co-op opportunities, followed by an opportunity for Q&A.
Electrical & Computer Engineering – E7 5343
10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.; 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.; and 3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Learn more about our Electrical and Computer Engineering programs at the University of Waterloo, including the courses you’ll take and co-op opportunities, followed by an opportunity for Q&A.
Student life and community groups in Engineering – E5 2004
10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Hear from our current students on what student life and community is all about at Waterloo Engineering! Learn what opportunities exist to get involved and have your questions about the Engineering student experience answered.
Software Engineering – E7 5353
10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.; 12:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.; 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.; and 3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Learn more about our Software Engineering program at the University of Waterloo, including the courses you’ll take and co-op opportunities, followed by an opportunity for Q&A.
Mechanical & Mechatronics Engineering – E7 3353
10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.; 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.; 12:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.; 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.; and 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Learn more about our Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering programs at the University of Waterloo, including the courses you’ll take and co-op opportunities, followed by an opportunity for Q&A.
Biomedical & Systems Design Engineering – E7 4053
11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.; 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.; and 3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Learn more about our Biomedical and Systems Design Engineering programs at the University of Waterloo, including the courses you’ll take and co-op opportunities, followed by an opportunity for Q&A.
Chemical Engineering – E7 3343
11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Learn more about our Chemical Engineering program at the University of Waterloo, including the courses you’ll take and co-op opportunities, followed by an opportunity for Q&A.
Environmental & Geological Engineering – E7 5343
11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.; 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Learn more about our Environmental and Geological Engineering programs at the University of Waterloo, including the courses you’ll take and co-op opportunities, followed by an opportunity for Q&A.
Management Engineering – E7 4043
11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Learn more about our Management Engineering program at the University of Waterloo, including the courses you’ll take and co-op opportunities, followed by an opportunity for Q&A.
Nanotechnology Engineering – E7 4417
12:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Learn more about our Nanotechnology Engineering program at the University of Waterloo, including the courses you’ll take and co-op opportunities, followed by an opportunity for Q&A.
Women in Engineering real talk panel + Q&A – E5 2004
12:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Learn more about our Women in Engineering (WiE) community group and have your questions answered by our current women engineering students.
Introduction to Nanotechnology Engineering (Sample Lecture) – QNC 2502
10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.; 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Sit in on a sample lecture from the first-year course NE 100 – Introduction to Nanotechnology Engineering.
Tours & Fairs
- 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Faculty of Engineering tours, E7 Ideas Clinic (1-hour tour)
- 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Information fair, E7 2nd floor
- 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Student design team fair, E5 Sedra Student Design Centre
- 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Women in Engineering Living Learning Community Residence Tours, United College (UTD) (30 mins.)
- 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Nanotechnology Engineering Lab Tours, E7 information fair booth
- 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering Tours, E7 information fair booth
- 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Automated Laser Fabrication Lab Tours, E7 Mechanical Engineering information fair booth
School of Architecture (Cambridge)
Sessions will be held at the School of Architecture Campus (ARC) (7 Melville Street South, Cambridge).
Academic Sessions
Architecture program overview - ARC 1001
10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.; 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.; 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.; and 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Architecture admission process – ARC 1101
10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.; 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.; 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.; and 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Tours & Fairs
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10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Self-guided tours
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10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Portfolio displays, ARC 3003
Faculty of Environment
Academic Sessions
Climate and Environmental Change – EV3 3412
10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Environment, Resources, and Sustainability – EV3 3412
11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Student life panel - EV3 1408
11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Aviation information session – STC 1012
11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Knowledge Integration – EV2 2069
12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m.
The ENV co-op experience – EV3 1408
12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Geography and Environmental Management, Geomatics – EV3 3412
1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Planning – EV3 1408
1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m
Environment and Business – EV3 1408
2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Geomatics - EV3 3412
2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Tours & Fairs
Faculty of Health
Academic Sessions
Health Sciences - EXP 1689
10:30 a.m. - 11:10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. - 3:10 p.m.
Learn about our Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences. Hear from staff and current students about how our multi-disciplinary, “cell to society” approach to health and well-being sets you up for a variety of health-related careers. This 20-minute presentation will be followed by a 20-minute question-and-answer period.
Kinesiology - EXP 1689
11:30 a.m. - 12:10 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. - 2:10 p.m.
Learn about our Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. Hear from staff and current students about the great hands-on experience built right into this program - including a first-year anatomy lab with real human cadavers. Learn how our program sets you up to pursue a variety of health-related careers. This 20-minute presentation will be followed by a 20-minute question-and-answer period.
Recreation majors - EXP 1689
12:30 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.
Learn about our three recreation majors: Recreation and Leisure Studies, Recreation and Sport Business, and Therapeutic Recreation. Not sure what “recreation” is all about? Let our staff and current students explain how you’ll learn to make peoples’ lives better and more enjoyable –all while pursuing a career path you’ll love. This 20-minute presentation will be followed by a 20-minute question-and-answer period.
Nutrition & pseudoscience workshop – BMH 1016
12:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Misinformation and “pseudoscience” aren't new, but they can be spread more quickly than ever before through social media platforms. Participants in this 45-minute workshop will examine misinformation related to nutrition, including concepts relevant to fad diets, detoxes, and superfoods.
Public Health – LHI 1621
1:30 p.m. - 2:10 p.m.
Learn about our Bachelor of Public Health in Public Health. Hear from staff and current students about how this program teaches you to keep communities and populations healthy. This 20-minute presentation will be followed by a 20-minute question-and-answer period.
Tours & Fairs
Faculty of Mathematics
Academic Sessions
Faculty of Mathematics overview for 2024 applicants - M3 1006
10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Join our Associate Dean, Admissions and Outreach to learn about math and computer science at Waterloo. We’ll cover scholarships and contests, as well as admission requirements, timelines, and processes. This session is for students who plan to start their studies in September 2024.
Grade 9-11 students: The road to Math and Computer Science - DC 1350
10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
You love math, computer science, and/or business and want to know what Waterloo has to offer. Join us for this overview session, including admissions, contests, co-op, and more.
Explore and compare programs in Computer Science
10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. (DC 1351); 12 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. (M3 1006); 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. (DC 1350)
Learn about Computer Science, BBA/BCS double degree, and Computing and Financial Management. We'll compare programs to help you learn which aligns with your interests and explore first-year courses, degree requirements, and more.
Explore and compare Mathematics majors – MC 4020
11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Explore the 14 majors within the Mathematics program. Learn about courses, academic options, co-op, and careers after graduation. Hear from current students about their experiences and how they chose their major(s).
Co-op in Math and Computer Science
11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. (MC 4021), 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. (DC 1351)
Learn about the co-op process, jobs, and more. Current co-op students will share their work experiences and tips for success.
Explore and compare Math, Business, and Accounting programs – MC 4020
1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Learn about BBA/BMath double degree, Chartered Professional Accountancy, Financial Analysis and Risk Management, Math/Business Admin, IT Management, Math/Finance, and Math/Economics. We’ll cover first-year courses, academic options, and careers after graduation.
Problem-solving workshop with the Centre for Education in Mathematics and Computing – M3 1006
3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Work on contest-style math problems and get tips on how to improve your problem-solving skills.
Tours & Fairs
Faculty of Science
Academic Sessions
Science information session - STC 1012
10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.; 12:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.; 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Attend a Faculty of Science information session to learn all about the different programs we offer, co-op, admissions, student life, and more!
Pharmacy information session
10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. (STC 0060) and 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. (PHR 1004)
Aviation information session - STC 1012
11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Optometry information session - STC 0060
1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Tours & Fairs
Waterloo Information Sessions & Tours
Sessions
Campus Housing information session: Welcome home - ML Theatre of the Arts
11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Waterloo guarantees housing for incoming first-year students. Learn about the difference between traditional and suite-style housing, Living Learning Communities, meal plans, and supports available to you in residence.
This session is available to watch live online.
Admissions information session: What to expect and when - ML Theatre of the Arts
12:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Learn about the general application process, admission requirements and timing for fall 2024 admission. Bring your questions and get them answered at the Q&A following the presentation.
This session is available to watch live online.
Co-operative and Experiential Education information session - ML Theatre of the Arts
2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
A co-op program is a great way to help pay for university, explore potential careers, and gain valuable work experience as part of your degree. Join us as we go over information on North America’s largest co-op program here at Waterloo.
This session is available to watch live online.
Tours & Fairs
Campus Housing tours - go directly to the residence
45-minute tours running all day.
University Colleges: residence & academic tours - go directly to the University College
20-minute tours running all day.
Campus tours - SLC
45-minute tours running all day. The last tour departs at 3:30 p.m.
Athletics and Recreation tours - SLC
45-minute tours running at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.
Student services fair - SLC
Running from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Student services fair – SLC Great Hall
Explore the many student services and supports on our campus.
- AccessAbility Services (academic accommodations for students with disabilities)
- Admissions
- Alumni
- Athletics and Recreation
- Campus Wellness
- Co-operative and Experiential Education
- The Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism
- Food Services
- Indigenous student resources
- Residence Guarantee
- Student Awards and Financial Aid
- Student Success Office and Orientation
- University Colleges
- Velocity (for student entrepreneurs)
- Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association (WUSA)
Waterloo Store
Drop by the general information booth in the SLC to pick up a coupon for 20% off regularly-priced Waterloo-branded merchandise when spending $75 or more before tax. Then head to the W Store in South Campus Hall to start shopping!
Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Athletics and Recreation facilities tour
Head out on a tour leaving from the Warriors booth in SLC to learn more about both facilities and all the great programming opportunities. 45-minute tours leave hourly between 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Or join us for a hockey game to get the full Warrior experience! Head to CIF to cheer our athletes on; the men's team plays at 2:30 p.m. and the women's team plays at 7 p.m.
Learn more at WWW.GOWARRIORSGO.CA.
Campus tour
Take a 45-minute general campus tour and learn about campus life from your student guide. Tours leave throughout the day from the campus tour booth in SLC. Campus tours do not include residence. To see residence options, join a Campus Housing or University College tour.
Campus tour (bus)
Hop on (and off!) our shuttle bus for a guided tour of campus. Stay on for the whole tour (approximately 20 minutes), or hop on and off. Tours depart from QNC every 10 minutes. See event guide (provided when you arrive on campus) for shuttle stops.
Places to eat during Fall Open House
Location | Hours | Payment methods |
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CGR – Conrad Grebel* | 12 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Credit or debit only (no cash) |
CMH – The Market | 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. | Credit or debit only (no cash) |
DC – DC Bytes | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Credit, debit, and cash |
DC – Chatime | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Credit, debit, and cash |
DC – Tim Hortons | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Credit, debit, and cash |
E7 – Coffee & Donut Shop (C&D) |
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Credit, debit, and cash |
EV3 – EV3RGREEN Cafe | 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Credit, debit, and cash |
EXP – Starbucks | 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Credit, debit, and cash |
MC – Coffee & Donut Shop (C&D) |
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. |
Credit, debit, and cash |
REN – Renison |
9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. 4:45 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. |
Credit, debit, and cash |
REV – REVelation | 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. | Credit or debit only (no cash) |
SCH – Tim Hortons |
9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
Credit, debit, and cash |
SLC – Brubakers (Subway, BB Kitchen & Pizza Pizza, Shawarma Hub, Pita Pit, Quesada, Teriyaki Experience, Chef & Farmer Smokehouse, Campus Order Up) |
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Credit or debit only (no cash) |
SLC – Flock Stop | Open 24 hours | Credit or debit only (no cash) |
SLC – Jugo Juice | 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Credit or debit only (no cash) |
SLC – Tim Hortons | 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. | Credit, debit, and cash |
STC – Starbucks | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. | Credit, debit, and cash |
STJ – St. Jerome’s* | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Credit, debit, and cash |
UTD - Watson’s Eatery* |
9 a.m. – 7 p.m. |
Credit, debit, and cash |
V1 – Mudie’s | 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. | Credit or debit only (no cash) |
*All-you-can-eat meal
Waterloo Campus Housing tours
Tour our on-campus residences between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and find out which style suits you best: a traditional dorm experience or a suite-style apartment. For more information go to the residence booth in the SLC.
For tours of Campus Housing, go directly to the residences that are open for tours (see campus map), or look for the black “Campus Housing” tent beside Ring Road on the path leading to Village 1.
For tours of the University Colleges, including their residences, go directly to any of the colleges, or find the yellow tents on Ring Road.
University Colleges: Residences and academics
If you’re looking for a smaller, close-knit residence or academic home base, then one of Waterloo’s University Colleges may be right for you. Each one is a smaller community with its own character and distinctive ways for you to get involved. Some offer academic programs and all offer residence opportunities, regardless of your program.
For tours of the University Colleges, including their residences, go directly to any of the colleges, or find the yellow tents on Ring Road.
Conrad Grebel University College
- Home to the Music and Peace and Conflict Studies programs
- 50/50 split of first-year and upper-year students
- Famous chocolate chip cookies
Renison University College
- Co-registration in Social Development Studies available for Honours Arts and Honours Arts and Business students
- Home to Cultural Language Studies (CLS) and the Bridge to Academic Success in English (BASE) Program
- Warriors Academic Leadership Community for Varsity Athletes
- Lowest don-to-resident ratio on campus
St. Jerome's University
- Beyond Borders Service Learning program
- Dedicated Arts academic advisors
- Co-registration available for Honours Arts and Honours Arts and Business students
United College (formerly St. Paul's University College)
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Waterloo Indigenous Student Centre and GreenHouse social impact incubator
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Six Living Learning Residence Communities, including a Women in Engineering
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Academic programming in Indigenous Studies, Canadian Studies, Human Rights, and Religious Studies
Virtual presentations
Can't join us for Fall Open House in person? Register for faculty webinars or the Architecture webinar taking place during the last week of November. Learn more about program highlights, co-op jobs, career opportunities, student life, and more!
Our Waterloo information sessions hosted by Campus Housing (11 a.m.), Admissions (12:30 p.m.), and Co-operative and Experiential Education (2 p.m.) are also being live-streamed.