With more than 25,000 students from 120 countries at Waterloo, you’ll join a community of students, professors, and researchers from across Canada and around the globe.
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Outstanding reputation
International and national rankings place Waterloo among the world’s top universities for many of our programs.
Co-op (paid internship)
North America’s largest co-op (paid internship) program is open to Canadian and international students.
Career success
Waterloo is ranked among the top universities in Canada for graduate employability.
Have questions about programs or applying to Waterloo? Contact our international recruitment team.
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When Dr. Narinder Paul Singh visited Canada to research universities for his two sons, he started in British Columbia and worked his way east. He was looking for three things: a safe campus, academic excellence, and strong career prospects.
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It’s great to meet new friends, but sometimes it’s nice to connect with students from home. Among our 250+ clubs are the African Student Association, Indian Cultural Association, Muslim Students’ Association, and more.
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Waterloo offers 100+ programs across our six faculties. There’s something to fit everyone’s interests.
Not sure what to study? Check out our tips on how to choose a university program.
Waterloo offers various on-campus residence options that comes with perks such as social opportunities, study spaces, and more!
If you have questions that aren’t answered, please feel free to contact our international recruitment team.
Visit our Missing Manual website for tips and advice from Waterloo students and staff. Topics include
Are you wondering what uni in Canada is like for international students? We’ve got all the information you might need.
Are you concerned you might not meet our English language requirements? The Bridge to Academic Success in English program might be for you.
Travelling to a new country might seem intimidating at first, but don’t worry — we’re here to support you in all the steps you’ll take.
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The University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg, and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is co-ordinated within the Office of Indigenous Relations.
