You can access the same medical facilities as domestic students using your University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP). Find out what services UHIP covers.
If you want support with your English communications skills, the University of Waterloo has programs and resources to help you succeed.
Assistant Dean of Students, David Harmsworth, and lecturer and first-year advisor, Ryan Trelford, share their top tips for having a successful first year at Waterloo.
As an incoming international student, you're encouraged to participate in orientation and welcome programs that are designed to introduce you to campus and University of Waterloo services.
It's important to plan ahead and ensure you bring enough money to cover expenses for your first two months in Canada as transferring funds can take several weeks.
Waterloo bills students once per academic term. Find out how to pay the fees charged to your student account.
Prefer to live off campus? Find details about what that may look like in this article.
Learn about the short-term accommodation available to you!
Want to purchase a cellphone or set up a plan while in Canada? Find out about the different companies and where you can purchase a student plan.
The first time you visit a Canadian grocery store you may find it very different from what you are used to. Learn what to expect when you go shopping and where major grocery stores are located near campus.