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University of Waterloo
US News & World Report Ranking 2024

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University of Waterloo
QS Ranking 2025

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World University
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154112115
Accounting and Finance
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101151– / –
Architecture and Built Environment101101– / –
Art and Design– / –151– / –
Biological Sciences251251– / –
Engineering and Technology
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3740– / –
Law and Legal Studies– / –301– / –
Mathematics4339– / –
Mechanical Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering5158– / –
Pharmacy and Pharmacology251201– / –
Physics and Astronomy5175– / –
Politics201201– / –
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THE (Times Higher Education) Ranking 2024

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University
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201201158
Arts and Humanities301301301
Clinical and Health151251201
Engineering
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766969
Life Sciences301301301
PG Business and Economics
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201201151
PG Computer Science
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474339
Psychology85101101
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ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2024

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Law201201– / –
Mathematics10176– / –
Physics5151– / –
Political Sciences201201– / –
Sociology7651– / –

University of Waterloo
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LL.M.

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ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) - Law151201201

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M.A.

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QS - Sociology-301-
QS - Politics--201
ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) - Political Sciences201201201
ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) - Sociology517651
THE (Times Higher Education) - Arts and Humanities-301301

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QS - Architecture and Built Environment101101101

University of Waterloo
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.9/5
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Vibe of Campus
  • Academically oriented
  • Friendly
  • Liberal
  • Multi-dimensional
Student Views
  • 31% students never faced discrimination in this university
Internships3.9
Part time work3.6
Post study jobs4.2
Quality of faculty4.2
Student Life3.9
Value for money3.6
Public transportation4.4
Safety4.1
Indian Food3.8
Permanent Immigration3.5
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Computational Mathematics - MMath - Batch of 2026
4.2
University of Waterloo is great for STEM and the industry.
Tips: University of Waterloo with its coop programme is a very STEM and industry-oriented university. Many students through their coops will get work experience and skills that they then use to get full-time jobs and a lot do internships also offer students full-time offers if they do well. Overall the courses offered are useful and helpful, but the best part about the university is the coop programme.
Likes (Public transportation): So with your student card, you can use all the public transport in Waterloo for free. There is a bus system that connects very well all across the city to the university and is especially useful in the winter when it's hard to walk outside. There are also tunnels and indoor bridges that connect different campus buildings so it's easier to travel in the winter and there is also a tram that runs between big hubs.
Dislikes (Student Life): I put a 3 on student life because the University of Waterloo is very study-oriented. There is often a lot of work pressure and multiple things at once for students, so we don't get the chance to enjoy other aspects of university life, like events and going out.
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Bachelor of Science in Chemistry - Batch of 2024
3.5
Great experience, the curriculum is good and the faculty is really helpful.
Tips: The University of Waterloo has got to be one of the best experiences I've had so far. You are certain to find people you gel with but it is important to remember that academically, courses are quite hard to keep up with. Also before you commit, you must remember that Canada has become very firm with immigration. The public transportation is flexible and affordable so you can explore the city. Overall, I am satisfied with my experience.
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Bachelor of Applied Science in Nanotechnology Engineering - Batch of 2024
3.3
Good experience and good, understanding and thoughtful faculty.
Tips: Waterloo has a big community and it really prioritises education and academics. You will be expected to have a self-reliant attitude and engage yourself in other activities and extracurriculars necessary for personality development. The city is beautiful and you should explore it.
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Bachelor of Science in Mathematical Physics - Batch of 2025
3.5
Got to explore my potential and grow as a person.
Tips: Students should know that the people are polite and welcoming so you don't need to worry about feeling too out of place. You will be expected to prepare well for your classes to keep up with your coursework. Finding jobs is a big challenge and I feel it has become extremely expensive to survive here so if you can avoid Canada then you should consider that option.
Dislikes (Internships): You are going to have a hard time finding internships here since the college doesn't actively provide internships for students, you are left to your own devices which becomes even harder as we are international students and our options become limited.
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Statistics - MMath - Batch of 2024
3.6
University of Waterloo taught me hard work and resilience.
Tips: It is a warm and welcoming campus at least in my case. I chose this university because of its reputation but now I feel that it is a better idea to study outside Canada itself. Quality of learning is great and you will be expected to work very hard from the first week itself. The faculty will help you in every step towards your journey.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Canada has become increasingly strict when it comes to immigration and allowing foreigners especially Indians to settled in which is why there are very little chances to get a well paid job here at least right now. I am pretty grateful to be here as well.
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Computational Mathematics - MMath - Batch of 2024
3.4
The university provides a strong community spirit.
Tips: If you are creative and keen on embarking on research, this is a good place to consider. I do feel that it is extremely expensive and although placements were usually pretty good, it's no longer the same because of how strict the policies have become and how difficult it is to immigrate anywhere.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Getting any kind of long-term employment opportunity especially as an Indian is going to be a very tricky and unlikely task. They have become extremely particular and your chances of moving here to immigrate are slim to none. It is better to plan an alternative instead.
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Answered 2 months ago

University of Waterloo is relatively affordable in terms of the cost of living, as compared to other universities in Canada. Given below is the breakdown of the expenses of attending the university:

Expenses

Annual Cost of Living

Cost in INR

Housing

CAD 7,500 – CAD 15,000

INR 4.6 L – 9.3 L

Meals

CAD 3,000 – CAD 5,000

INR 1.8 – 3.1 L

Books & Supplies

CAD 2,500

INR 1.5 L

Personal Expenses

CAD 4,500

INR 2.8 L

TOTAL

CAD 17,500 – CAD 27,000

INR 10.8 L – 16.7 L

Conversion Rate: 1 CAD = INR 62.07

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Anushree Sinha

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Answered 2 months ago

Yes, it is tough to get into the Waterloo University for MBA as the the overall University of Waterloo acceptance rate stands at 53%. On average, about 53 out of every 100 applicants secure admission at the university, which indicates that the university is moderately selective. In order to boost th

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Anushree Sinha

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Answered 2 months ago

International students can pursue either a full-time/part-time MBA at the University of Waterloo. Listed below are the application deadlines:

Course Type

Deadline

Decision Date

Full-time

Apr 1, 2025

Rolling basis until Jul

Part-time

Mid-late Aug, 2025

Till late Aug

Note: International students are advised to apply by Early-Aug for the part-time MBA program.

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Anushree Sinha

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Answered 2 months ago

Yes, the University of Waterloo offers generous scholarships to full-time MBET applicants. Listed below are the details:

Scholarship Name

Disbursement Amount

Ross and Doris Dixon Scholarship

Two scholarships of CAD 6,000 each

Wesley M. Nicol MBET Scholarship

CAD 10,000

WJ Beynon Memorial Scholarship

CAD 10,000

GMAC ® MBET Scholarship

Two scholarships of CAD 5,000 each

Greg Kiessling MBET Scholarship

CAD 5,000

The Norman Esch Entrepreneurship Scholarship

Two scholarships of CAD 10,000 each

Note: All the full-time MBET candidates must submit their applications by Jun 1, 2025 to be considered for entrance academic scholarships.

Conversion Rate: 1 CAD = INR 62.07

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Anushree Sinha

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

In order to secure an enrollment, all overseas applicants must fulfill the University of Waterloo MBA admission requirements listed below:

  • Undergraduate honors degree;
  • Minimum overall average of 75% (or equivalent) over 4 years in the previous honors degree program;
  • Copies of transcripts and degree(s);

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