Graduate students

Grad Ready

Waterloo Grad Ready is designed to support new graduate students transition before they begin, and during their first term.

Waterloo Grad Ready is run by current students, through the Student Success Office. It happens all three terms — the fall cohort is the largest.

By participating in Grad Ready, students will:

  • Develop a sense of belonging and community 

  • Know what to expect and feel prepared for graduate studies at Waterloo 

  • Become aware of resources and services that exist to support them 

Grad Ready components include: 

  • Weekly emails and an online archive of communications 

  • Self-paced modules on Waterloo LEARN to support academic preparation 

  • A new student checklist on Waterloo LEARN 

  • Faculty and topic specific webinars 

  • Opportunities to connect with peers through events including speed-friending 

  • Grad orientation including a social events