About University
In 1957, the University of Waterloo began its journey with 74 engineering students, focusing on co-operative education as its foundation. Today, Waterloo has grown to accommodate over 42,000 students annually, solidifying its position as Canada's premier institution for experiential learning and connections between employers and students. Waterloo boasts a global alumni network of more than 255,000 individuals across 158 countries. The university attracts distinguished scholars, including a Nobel Laureate, and excels in offering work-integrated learning opportunities, collaborating with over 8,000 active co-op employers. Moreover, it nurtures an entrepreneurial spirit that has generated over 5,000 jobs through Velocity, recognized as Canada’s most productive startup incubator by private investment.
The University of Waterloo remains committed to driving innovation that addresses global challenges. With the support of it's partners and community, the university believes it can achieve even greater successes.
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Popular Programs
- Applied Mathematics
- Anthropology
- Biostatistics
- Actuarial Science
- Biomedical Sciences
- Sexuality, Marriage, and Family Studies
- Nanotechnology Engineering
- Geography and Aviation
- Gender and Social Justice
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Scholarships
- Renison President’s Scholarship of Distinction
- Black students' Scholarships
- Indigenous students Scholarships
- Scholarships for Students from Waterloo Region
- International Student Entrance Scholarship
- Schulich Leader Scholarships in engineering, math, and science
- Entrance Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries
Intakes and Deadlines
The University of Waterloo Offers One Intake
The Spring Intake
Spring Intake: For the Spring Intake, the applications close at the beginning of February.
Admission Requirements
Undergrad applicants need a high school degree or equivalent qualifications (with a GPA of 3.0 or higher), a personal statement, two academic references(or letters of recommendation), and an English language proficiency test. The university accepts IELTS, TOEFL, CAEL, PTE, Cambridge, and Duolingo test scores. For language proficiency, the university requires a score of 6.5 for IELTS, 90 for TOEFL, 70 for CAEL, 63 for PTE, 180 for Cambridge, and 120 for Duolingo.
Postgraduate students typically require an undergraduate degree (with a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher) in a relevant subject, a personal statement, three academic references(or letters of recommendation) and an English language proficiency test. The university accepts IELTS, TOEFL, CAEL, PTE, Cambridge, and Duolingo test scores. For language proficiency, the university requires a score of 6.5 for IELTS, 90 for TOEFL, 70 for CAEL, 63 for PTE, 180 for Cambridge, and 120 for Duolingo. Some research-based programs also require a research paper.
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