Welcome to Grebel
At Conrad Grebel University College, vibrant residence life and distinctive academics come together in a close-knit learning community. Grebel’s spirit sparks creativity, kindles generosity, and embodies hospitality, bringing together people of many backgrounds and worldviews in a culture of belonging.
Grebel is home to an enthusiastic residence community on the campus of the University of Waterloo, offering student housing in a welcoming environment. Join this friendly community of people who are dedicated to making Grebel an inspiring place to live and grow. Meet some of Grebel's current students. Take an in-person or virtual tour. Discover leadership opportunities. Apply now to live in the residence.
Study with professors in a community-oriented learning environment. Grebel teaches within the Arts faculty at the University of Waterloo, administering the Music and Peace and Conflict Studies programs at Waterloo, and offering additional undergraduate courses in Arts, History, Mennonite Studies, Sociology, and Religion, Culture, and Spirituality. Grebel offers master's degrees in Theological Studies and Peace and Conflict Studies.
News
Sampling of Scholarship 2026
Not only are Grebel faculty dedicated professors, but they are esteemed scholars in their respective fields, working on a wide variety of research projects.
The Conrad Grebel Review and Mennonite Quarterly Review are partnering on a new multidisciplinary, peer-reviewed, open-access publication for the study of Anabaptist and Mennonite history, theology, life, and culture.
A Supervised Experience in Ministry is a core aspect of the Applied Studies stream in Grebel’s MTS program. Partnerships are crucial to these placements, as students work closely with a mentor.
Events
Alumni Community Supper
Don't miss your chance to return to Grebel for an Alumni Community Supper! On Wednesday, October 14 at 6:00 PM, you're invited to join other alumni and families for homemade bread, a delicious meal, and the companionship of other Grebelites.
Youth Night @ Grebel
Grebel invites Youth Groups with students in grades 9-12 to join us for a youth night.
Fall Open House
Come tour Grebel and the University of Waterloo! Prospective students, families, and teachers are invited to visit Grebel to meet current students, staff, and faculty to learn about the residence and academic programs.