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From the Missing Manual
The Missing Manual offers an incredible range of helpful tips and advice from Waterloo students and staff.
What it's like to live in residence
Curious about what residence is really like at Waterloo? Hear from six students who share their honest insights, offering a firsthand look at life in residence.
Choosing your Waterloo residence
With so many Waterloo residence options, how do you know which one is right for you? This guide answers the most important and common questions to help you choose your best first-year fit.
Eating on campus 101
As you prepare for university, you might be wondering what the food is like on campus. Here's a guide that answers some of the most common questions, so you know exactly what to expect.
News
Times Higher Education subject rankings lists Waterloo subjects among top 100 in the world
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.
Join us for March Open House
Registration is now open for March Open House on Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Spend the day or pop in for the sessions you'd like to attend.
- Attend academic information sessions and sample lectures.
- Learn about your program by chatting with professors and students.
- Discover campus with a student-led tour.
Coming events
Your co-op questions answered webinars
From landing your first job to what happens if you don’t, we’re giving you a closer look at Waterloo’s co-op program. Join us for a conversation with recruitment experts and current students who’ll share their experiences. Offered at 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. (Eastern Time).
Virtual campus tour
Can't make it to campus? Take a live virtual campus tour to see facilities you could use as a Waterloo student; learn more about our faculties, campus housing, and student services; and chat live with student ambassadors.