Waterloo offers an experience that goes far beyond traditional classroom learning. With long-standing industry partnerships, a focus on real-world solutions, and our relentless spirit of entrepreneurship, Waterloo is ready to empower you to make your mark on the world.
Earn your degree from one of Canada's top universities
Year after year, international and Canadian rankings place Waterloo among the best universities in Canada – and in the world for many of our programs. A degree from Waterloo can open doors for your career or further education.
Explore careers through North America's largest co-op program
Gain valuable work experience and earn money through Waterloo’s co-op (paid internship) program. Waterloo gives you access to more co-op jobs than any other university in North America.
Study your interests
One of Waterloo's strengths is the ability for students to combine their interests. In many Waterloo programs, you can include minors and certificates that add expertise to your degree and make you more marketable upon graduation.
National Survey of Student Engagement
Pitchbook University Rankings 2023
Graduate career-ready
With our connections to business and industry, co-op experience, research opportunities, and career support, you’ll graduate ready to succeed.
Our students are successful
Our graduation rate (83.8%) is significantly higher than the Ontario average (77.5%, March 2023). And Waterloo students are better at paying off their student loans, with a default rate that's one-third of the Ontario average (0.6% vs 1.8%, July 2023).
Engaging student life
University is not just about academics; it's also about personal growth. With 200+ clubs, dozens of student associations, and 250 fitness programs at Waterloo, you're bound to have fun and make unforgettable memories.
Choosing a university is a big decision. We hope you'll join Waterloo for our supportive community, outstanding academic programs, and the opportunity to gain valuable skills for your career.
From the Missing Manual
Visit our Missing Manual website for tips and advice from Waterloo students and staff. Topics include
Why you should choose Waterloo over your other options
Sometimes even when you think you know where you want to go, making the final call is tough to do. So here are five key reasons why Waterloo beats out the competition.
What makes Waterloo different?
Choosing which university to go to isn’t easy. But we’ve got you covered – to help get you started, here are some things that make Waterloo different from other universities.
The Waterloo experience: Exploring careers and building skills for your future
Coming to Waterloo is the start of a journey filled with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Discover all the ways you can explore careers and build skills at Waterloo to set yourself up for success.