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UW University at uwaterloo.ca

2024 Ranking and Overview

country rank  5
world rank  71

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Overview

Established in 1957, the University of Waterloo is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Waterloo (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Ontario. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities of Ontario, University of Waterloo (UW) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational Canadian higher education institution. University of Waterloo (UW) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 67-year-old Canadian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UW also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Waterloo's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Waterloo's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Waterloo' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

University of Waterloo's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Profile

Name
Acronym UW
Founded 1957
Motto Concordia cum veritate
In harmony with truth
Colours Gold, black and white
Mascot King Warrior
Video Presentation

n.a.; please submit an official University of Waterloo general video presentation.

Search Engine

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Campus Location

Address 200 University Avenue West
Waterloo
N2L 3G1 Ontario
Canada
University of Waterloo Phone Number +1 (519) 888 4567
University of Waterloo Fax Number +1 (519) 884 8009

University of Waterloo's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View

Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following University of Waterloo's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Waterloo's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

Click here to explore a list of or, if not available yet, search for them with our powered by Google. We are constantly adding university programs and courses worldwide with the help of university representatives.

You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of Waterloo's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University of Waterloo.

: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students
17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)
15,000-17,499 US$
(13,670-15,950 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic University of Waterloo's admission information.

University of Waterloo's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of Waterloo's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of Waterloo a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Waterloo's acceptance rate range is not reported.


University of Waterloo's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

University of Waterloo has more than 7800 international students.

University of Waterloo's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university or assessing its value. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of Waterloo.

University of Waterloo's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Waterloo has an enrollment range of 30,000-34,999 students making it a very large-sized institution.


University of Waterloo's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).


University of Waterloo's Control Type Control Type

University of Waterloo is a public higher education institution.


University of Waterloo's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Waterloo is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Waterloo's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


University of Waterloo's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of Waterloo does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Waterloo's main facilities:


University of Waterloo's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of Waterloo's Library


University of Waterloo's Housing University Housing

Not reported


University of Waterloo's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Waterloo's main services:


University of Waterloo's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

University of Waterloo's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

University of Waterloo's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


University of Waterloo's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

University of Waterloo's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of Waterloo's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Waterloo is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities of Ontario


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Waterloo's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Psychological Association (APA)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Waterloo's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Universities Canada (UC)
  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • U15 Group of Canadian Research Universities (U15)
  • Council of Ontario Universities (COU)
  • Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada (ATS)
  • Canadian University Society for Intercollegiate Debate (CUSID)
  • Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)
  • Canadian University Press (CUP)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the University of Waterloo 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some University of Waterloo's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

University of Waterloo's Facebook page review University of Waterloo's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

University of Waterloo's X (formerly Twitter) page review University of Waterloo's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University of Waterloo's YouTube channel review University of Waterloo's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

University of Waterloo's Instagram page review University of Waterloo's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of Waterloo's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.

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