University of Waterloo
Waterloo, Canada
Campus photo: JFVoll, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
QS World Rank
#113
Institution
Public
Typical intakes in Canada
Sep, Jan, May
Location
Waterloo, Canada
Published programmes
5
About University of Waterloo
A public research university in Waterloo, Ontario, known for its co-operative education model that alternates academic terms with paid work terms, with strengths in engineering, mathematics and computer science.
Indicative tuition: CAD23,088–CAD69,309 / year · Scholarships can reduce this — we confirm what you qualify for, free.
Entry requirements
At least 75% standing in a four-year bachelor's degree, plus IELTS Academic (commonly 7.0 overall with 6.5 in writing and speaking); varies by programme.
Indicative for international postgraduate applicants — your counsellor confirms the exact cut-offs and English scores for your chosen programme, free.
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Programmes at University of Waterloo
Scholarships for Canada
Automatic Entrance Awards
University Partial award Dates vary University-specific Award Window not confirmed — check the official page Verified12 Aug 2026 Official source Details →Canada Graduate Research Scholarship – Master's
Government (Destination) Varies Dates vary CAD 27,000 for 12 months Award Window not confirmed — check the official page Verified12 Aug 2026 Official source Details →Graduate Research Funding Packages
University Tuition / fee support Dates vary University/department-specific Award Window not confirmed — check the official page Verified12 Aug 2026 Official source Details →Similar universities
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University of Waterloo — FAQs
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Indicative tuition is around CAD23,088–CAD69,309 per year for international students. Your counsellor confirms the exact fee for your chosen programme — free.
At least 75% standing in a four-year bachelor's degree, plus IELTS Academic (commonly 7.0 overall with 6.5 in writing and speaking); varies by programme.
The main intakes across Canada are Sep, Jan, May. University of Waterloo sets its own dates per course — we confirm the exact intake and deadline for your shortlist. Apply early: documents, funds and visa processing all take time.
Graduates in Canada can typically access Graduates from a designated learning institution can apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) of up to 3 years depending on program length; degree graduates generally qualify. of post-study work. Rules change, so we confirm the current position before you apply.
We list 5 programme(s) at University of Waterloo with real fees and entry requirements on this page. We shortlist the ones that fit your profile — free.
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