Students from more than 120 countries choose to study at Waterloo each year. Through your classes and our many experiences outside the classroom, you'll meet students from across Canada and around the world.
We offer the world’s largest co-op program of its kind. What does co-op mean for you? It means you get up to two years of relevant work experience built into your degree - testing careers, making money, building your résumé, and accessing our network of 8,000+ employers (including many of the world’s leading companies) before you even graduate.
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students from India study at Waterloo (2024-25)
Waterloo alumni live in India
When Dr. Narinder Paul Singh visited Canada to research universities for his two sons, he started in British Columbia and worked his way east. He was looking for three things: a safe campus, academic excellence, and strong career prospects.
Both sons chose to attend Waterloo. Harkanwal has remained in the city of Waterloo, working as a software engineer for an American engineering firm and buying his first home in 2023.
Jasmeet was offered a job at LinkedIn in New York City before he even completed his degree – he accepted that job and still works there today.
Why international students choose Waterloo
Outstanding reputation
Research Infosource Canada's Top 50 Research Universities 2023
Career success
Co-op (paid internship)
Earn while you learn in the world's largest co-op program of its kind
If you're in a co-op program, you'll earn money during each of your four to six co-op terms to help pay for school. Students earn $9,600-$22,500 per four-month work term while gaining valuable career experience! This can total up to $135,000 CAD earned over the course of your degree.
Benefits of co-op
- Waterloo students typically have smaller student loans and are more successful at paying them back.
- Use your co-op terms to try different careers. See what you're good at and what you love to do.
- Huge selection of co-op jobs - our students completed almost 25,000 work terms last year!
Safety, community, and supports for students from India
Community connections for students from India
Here are some ways for you to connect with students from India or with other international students.
When studying abroad, preparing for the cultural and academic transition is crucial; familiarize yourself with Canadian customs, academic expectations, and student life at Waterloo. Meeting other students and seeking support from international student services is the best way to settle into life in Canada.
Scholarships and tuition fees
Start planning your finances with these helpful tips and resources.
Check out our list of international scholarships.
Use our cost calculator to estimate your first-year expenses and resources.
Get answers on some commonly asked financing questions.