Browse all of the Missing Manual categories.
Ultimate guides
Collections of answers to your biggest questions about university.
Tips for Grade 12 success Choosing a university Living at Waterloo Student experience at Waterloo Financing your education
Applying to university
How to find a university program you'll love. Plus tips for applying.
Nine factors to consider when choosing a university How to choose a university program 12 questions to ask before you apply to university What to do when you can't decide
Careers and co-op
Finding a career you'll love, pursuing further education, and thriving in co-op.
What to expect in co-op How to become a teacher in Ontario How to become a pharmacist How to become a lawyer in Canada How to get into medical school
High school success
Making the most of your high school experience from students who know what it takes.
Top 10 best productivity apps for students Five reasons to join your school's student council Building a résumé before university Top time management tips for students Tips for a successful year of high school
Humans of Waterloo
Stories by and about the people of Waterloo – past and present.
Lights, camera, costumes Unlocking your entrepreneurial potential One degree, endless opportunities Helping kids at SickKids Building your problem-solving potential When it's actually rocket science
Student life
Everything outside the classroom – clubs and sports, the city of Waterloo, eating on campus, residence life, and more!
Clubs at Waterloo Getting involved at university What are the different residences at Waterloo? Labs – your next-level playground Eating on campus 101
Money
Scholarships and bursaries, part-time jobs, and making the most of your money.
How to find and apply to scholarships Five ways to make quick cash How to get a summer job How to save money as a student Tips for paying for university
Health and wellness
Staying health and fit – physically and mentally.
How to deal with stress in healthy ways Ways to counter self-doubt Looking after your mental health First-year mentorship and support How to deal during a global pandemic
About the Missing Manual
The Missing Manual is everything you want to know about applying to university – and about thriving at Waterloo – that you won’t find in the brochures.
Written by Waterloo students and staff, articles range from finding part-time jobs and choosing a university program to making the most of your time at university and discovering a career you’ll love.
Picking a university is like dating. You need to be a good match for each other. So dive into the Missing Manual and let us help you find your perfect match.
