Thursday, February 19, 2026
5:30 to 8:30 p.m. ET
Hagey Hall
Schedule
Information fair
In person, optional/drop-in
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. and 8 – 8:30 p.m.
Hagey Hall Hub (HH)
Drop in before or after the presentation to chat with our staff and students to get your questions answered, learn more about what programs are available, and get a better idea of what is offered at university.
Presentations
In-person and livestream options. The recording will be shared with all registrants.
6:30 – 8 p.m.
Humanities Theatre (HH)
We'll cover topics on studying what you love, admissions, finances, and current student experiences.
In-person event details
- Free parking is available in Lot C. You’ll be heading to Hagey Hall Theatre.
- Student ambassadors will guide you from the parking lot to Hagey Hall.
- Hagey Hall has an accessible entrance and includes accessible and all-gender washrooms. Please speak with an usher for accessible seating accommodations upon arrival.
- Live closed captioning will be available during the presentation.
- Questions or other accessibility needs? Contact us at liaison@uwaterloo.ca.
Livestream
In mid-January, we'll post a link to the livestream. You can visit this page on February 19 to watch the evening's presentations.
Questions to ask
As you start thinking about attending university, here are some suggested questions to ask. You could even try some out at Grade 10 Info Night!
Programs
- What programs would you suggest based on my interests?
- What’s special about my program of interest at your university?
- What can I do with a degree from this program?
- Is co-op available?
Location
- Where is your university located?
- How many students are enrolled at the university?
- Do you offer study abroad programs?
Applying
- What are the admission requirements for my program?
- What do you take into consideration, besides grades?
Costs
- How much is tuition for my program?
- What financial support is available?
Experience
- What do students at your university do in their spare time?
- What student clubs do you have on campus?
- What athletics and recreation programs do you offer?
Support
- How does your university help students succeed?
- Do you offer student housing?
Additional resources
- Guide to Ontario's universities
- Email us if you have some questions about choosing a university program
Paying for your education
- Waterloo's ultimate guide to financing your education
- Government of Canada (scholarships, paying for your education, RESPs, budgeting tips, and paying off student debt)
Helpful articles
Finding a program you’ll love
Get tips on identifying your interests, exploring possible careers, and studying multiple interests in this article on how to use your resources and interests to find a program you'll love.
The application process
How and when do you apply? How do you submit grades? How do universities choose students to accept? Read about the six steps in the application process.
Interested in attending Waterloo?
Learn about each of Waterloo's six faculties.
Faculty of Arts
Faculty of Engineering
Faculty of Environment
Faculty of Health
Faculty of Mathematics
Faculty of Science
What's next?
- Get monthly tips emailed to you. Topics range from choosing a university to financing your education and differences between high school and university.
- Visit our website for students in Grades 9, 10, or 11.