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The University of Waterloo (UW) is located on a 900-acre campus in the city of Waterloo and has long been recognized as the most innovative university in Canada. Ranked #1 in the Maclean's national reputation survey for the past 11 years in a row, UW offers more than 100 programme choices, the world's best co-operative education programme, real-world connections, hands-on access to the latest technology, and great career opportunities after graduation.
The University of Waterloo has an enrolment of over 25,000 undergraduate and over 4,000 graduate students. A pioneer in bringing industry and higher education closer together, the University encourages the commercialization of discoveries. Many leading high-tech and knowledge-based companies across Canada and around the world trace their roots to the University of Waterloo.
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Academic Calendar |
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Semester 1: Early September to Late December
Semester 2: Early May to Mid August
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Medium of Instruction for Classes |
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Faculties/Schools |
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- Applied Health Sciences
- Arts
- Engineering
- Environment
- Mathematics
- Science
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Restrictions for Exchange Students |
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Please refer to the Other Links section for relevant links to course information.
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NUS Application Deadline |
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Please check with your SEP Administrator in the Dean’s Office for actual dates.
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Housing Options |
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On-campus Housing:
A limited number of residence spaces have been reserved for exchange students at Columbia Lake Village. An application is required and spaces will be allotted on a first-come, first-served basis. In June, exchange students can also apply to any of the first-year residences that are not yet full.
Off-campus housing:
Most student accommodation in Waterloo is rented on a single-occupancy, shared-accommodation basis. This means that you’ll pay a per-room, per-month rate. Depending on your arrangements, utilities, parking, laundry facilities, etc. may be extra. Rental or lease periods, as well as the level of furnishing, will also vary.
Shared-accommodation is readily available and very accessible, with prices ranging from CAD350 to CAD550 per month for a single room in a shared apartment or house.
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Health/Medical Insurance |
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Please refer to the Other Links Section for the relevant links to the university’s insurance policies.
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Estimated Monthly Living Expenses |
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| Breakdown of Costs |
CAN $ |
| Accommodation |
500 - 950 |
| Food |
200 - 300 |
| Transport |
100 |
| Others (Entertainment, clothes) |
150 |
| Monthly Estimate |
950 - 1,500 |
Please refer to the Other Links Section for the relevant links to the estimated costs of living.
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Useful Links |
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Universal Currency Converter
Accommodation
Cost of Living
Course Information
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Module Mapping, Course Selections & Application
Please check with your SEP Administrator/Coordinator in the Dean's Office.
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