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Since 1957, the University of Waterloo has been producing some of Canada's most innovative leaders and has created an educational reputation recognized around the world. Whatever you study, you will contribute to UW's history of real-world connections — a history built on learning from experience.

Undergraduate studies

Student profile

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Arielle chose her current specialization in Environmental Biology because it's a new, growing field. She's also thinking about continuing on to medical or grad school. Outside of the classroom, you'll find her volunteering in the community -- using her musical talents in support of Smiling Over Sickness, a student-run club dedicated to helping sick children smile.

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Find out more: our site for prospective undergraduate students

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Graduate Studies – master's and doctoral programs

Student profile

When she's not publishing papers or giving presentations on the impact of global warming on tourism, you might find Jackie Dawson bumping over northern Manitoba's vast ice fields on a tundra buggy searching for polar bears.

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Grad Studies

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  • Research
  • Grad programs
  • Grad admissions
  • Scholarships/funding
  • International
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Distance, continuing, and part-time studies

Student profile

When Cathy Gravelle wanted real-world knowledge in real-world time, she turned to University of Waterloo's Continuing Education Department and was quite pleased with the results. "I definitely found gems I'll be able to use right now."

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Distance Education

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  • How distance ed works
  • How to apply

Continuing Education

  • Classroom courses
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  • Corporate training
  • Certificate programs
  • Pre-university

Part-Time Studies

International

Student profile

"I am amazed at the level of high-quality research going on at my university. For research work here, there are plenty of funds available. The technology and availability of equipment is also very strong."

Ishari Waduwra, Sri Lanka
Master's student in biology
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International website

  • Undergraduate students
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  • Exchanges
  • Study english
  • Student opportunities abroad
  • Professional bridging programs

New! United Arab Emirates programs offered in September, 2009