We're so pleased that you're considering Waterloo for your university education and we hope you'll join our Waterloo community for September.
Here are some helpful resources for you. If you have some questions, our international recruitment team would love to connect with you.
In-person and virtual events
China
Join us for an admitted students reception in your closest city!
Middle East and North Africa
Join us virtually on April 25 to learn about the many resources Waterloo has to offer, such as information about co-operative education, residence, the transition to university, and living in Canada.
India
Join us for an in-person reception in New Delhi on April 25! Learn about your next steps and resources for international students.
From home to Waterloo webinar: Real stories from international students
What’s it like to start your Waterloo journey as an international student? Join us for an interactive panel where current students share their experiences and answer your questions about everything from residence and classes to making friends and finding your favourite foods.
April 8, 2026 at 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. (Eastern Time)
Need to apply for a study permit?
Virtual information sessions
Join us in April and May for sessions on applying for your study permit or a study permit extension. Our immigration consultants will provide valuable tips.
Provincial Attestation Letters
You can also review Waterloo's process for requesting the Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) that most international students will need for their study permit application.
New! $10,000 International Student Entrance Scholarship
International fee-paying students admitted to full-time, first-year degree studies starting in September 2026 will receive $10,000 for their first-year studies. No application is required.
As an international student, you're also eligible for additional scholarships – and will earn money and valuable work experience through the world's leading co-op program.