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As another class prepares to cross the convocation stage, Waterloo’s newest graduates are looking back on the experiences that made their undergraduate years memorable. Along the way, they found new passions, built lasting connections and discovered opportunities that helped shape where they’re headed next.

Students reflect on favourite days, a school term in Rome, starting a career in software development, and fulfilling a childhood dream of becoming a pharmacist. Read about seven of our newest graduates!

Fall is upon us, and that means it's almost time for Waterloo's annual Fall Open House! Join us on Saturday, November 14 to learn what makes Waterloo one of Canada's top universities.

You'll be able to learn about programs, co-op, admissions, student life, and more. Chat with professors and students, take a campus tour, explore the faculties, and visit our residences. Get a taste of what it's like to be a Waterloo Warrior.

Registration for Fall Open House is now open. We look forward to seeing you!

Whether you're curious about what makes our co-op program stand out or want to learn how to apply, our webinar series is here to answer your questions and help you take the next step with confidence. Join our webinar series which starts on October 6 with everything you need to know about applying to the University of Waterloo. The series continues with

• Co-op at Waterloo – November 19
• Application info session: Ask us anything! – January 7
• Your co-op questions answered – March 24

A team of Waterloo students has made history. Through collaboration, hands-on learning, and a shared passion for innovation, the student’s rocketry team turned months of design, testing, and teamwork into a moment they will never forget. Built by students from across campus, Polaris hit 63,497 feet and achieved the highest altitude ever reached at the 2026 Launch Canada Challenge, setting a new benchmark for amateur liquid rocketry.

Planning to attend university in September 2027? Applications are now open through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC). To learn about the process of applying, visit our how to apply page.

Not sure what to study? We've got you covered. Our Find your path quiz will help you learn what drives you, what your strengths are, and which programs might be for you.

Planning to attend university this year or next? Join us at Ontario Universities' Fair (OUF) in Toronto. On September 26 and 27, you can chat with Waterloo students, staff, and professors about your programs of interest, admissions, co-op, and more. 

From more co-op terms and less risk to dedicated support throughout your studies, see how Waterloo co-op differs from programs at other schools. 

You'll get experience in a variety of workplaces, learn to adapt to different expectations, and earn money while having a break from your studies. 

For most kids, the dream is to hit the game-winning home run. For Jeremy Reesor (BSc ’12), it was to build the roster that made it possible. While his friends played baseball video games one game at a time, Reesor was simulating entire seasons, crafting lineups, and imagining what it would take to run a Major League team.

Today, as vice-president of Baseball Operations for the Toronto Blue Jays, that childhood passion has become reality.

Waterloo region ranks #7 in North America's top tech talent markets according to a new survey by CBRE, a global leader in commercial real estate. Jobs in tech roles grew 58% from 2021 to 2024, place Waterloo ahead of Vancouver, Montreal, and Ottawa.

Waterloo students are big contributors to the local tech market. With innovation hubs like Velocity and companies like Google, Apple, Amazon, and Square calling the region home, it's clear that Waterloo has earned its spot among the top ten tech talent markets in North America. 

In the recent Times Higher Education (THE) 2026 subject rankings, Waterloo once again ranks among the world's top universities.  

THE's subject rankings include the top 1,600 universities worldwide. Waterloo ranks

• 162nd in the world (overall ranking),
• 78th in engineering and technology, and
• 41st in computer science.

Other top subject areas that rank among the top in the world include business and economics, medical and health, physical sciences, psychology, social sciences, life sciences, and arts and humanities.