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Earn while you learn
Through North America's largest co-op program, you can explore careers and gain paid work experience while earning your degree.
Your community is calling
Through residence, clubs, sports, and events, you’ll form a social network that connects you to fun, new experiences, and support.
Watch or listen now to the Hello Warrior podcast!
Listen to learn about the programs at Waterloo, what it's like to be a student in the co-op program, tips for applying, student life, and so much more.
Check out our latest episode, Got into Waterloo? Here's what you really need to know. Watch or listen on Spotify or YouTube, or check out the Hello Warrior page for previous episodes.
From the Missing Manual
The Missing Manual offers an incredible range of helpful tips and advice from Waterloo students and staff.
How to tackle your 40 hours of community service
Not sure how to approach getting your 40 hours of community service? Here are some tips on finding opportunities and making the most out of the experience.
Going abroad for co-op
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to do a co-op term abroad? Get a glimpse of international co-op opportunities through Sebastian's journey as a Kinesiology student working in Kenya.
Big school, meaningful community
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the thought of going to a big university, you’re not alone. Read about how a student from a small town was able to find community on a large campus, and make Waterloo feel like home.
News
Reserve your room in residence by June 10!
If you received an offer of admission for September and are planning to live on campus, be sure to submit your residence deposit by June 10 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. We look forward to welcoming you to your new home!
We're still making offers of admission
If you've applied for admission and haven't heard back from us yet, hang in there! We'll be sending more offers of admissions over the next few weeks.
For many programs, we wait for second semester midterm grades to better understand and compare the qualifications of students who have applied for admission this year. We'll receive these grades in late April and we'll have all offers of admission for high school students sent by mid-May.
Celebrating Earth Day
Waterloo's Sustainability Office is celebrating Earth Day by planting 250 native trees and shrubs on campus over the next few weeks. If the environment is your passion, you can choose from over a dozen environmental programs.