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University of Waterloo

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

University of Waterloo is the Silicon Valley of Canada. Its co-op program is the largest in North America, and its CS graduates are among the highest-paid in Canada. Google, Apple, and Microsoft recruit directly from campus.

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$28K

Annual Tuition

₹23.5 L

61%

Visa Success

53%

Acceptance Rate

#112

QS Ranking

94%

Employment Rate

$90K

Avg Grad Salary

September, January

Intake

Complete Cost Breakdown for Indian Students

Annual cost of studying at Waterloo (2025–26)

Annual Tuition Fee

$28,000

₹23.5 L

Living Cost (Accommodation + Food)

$13,000

₹10.9 L

Application Fee (one-time)

$100

₹8,400

Total Annual Cost

$41,000

₹34.4 L

Admission Requirements

Minimum eligibility for Indian students at Waterloo

7+

IELTS Score

90+

TOEFL Score

310+

GRE Score

Not required

GMAT Score

8/10

Min GPA (10pt)

Up to 1

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Popular Courses at Waterloo for Indian Students

MS
MS Computer Science
MS
MS Electrical Engineering
MS
MS Data Science
MS
MS Mathematics
MB
MBA

Scholarships for Indian Students

International Master's Award of Excellence

Academic excellence

CAD 12,500

Top Employers of Waterloo Graduates

GoogleMicrosoftAppleShopifyBlackberry

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the tuition fee at University of Waterloo?

Annual tuition at University of Waterloo is $28,000 (approximately ₹23.5 L) for international students in 2025–26. This does not include living expenses of approximately $13,000/year.

Q: What is the acceptance rate at Waterloo?

University of Waterloo has an acceptance rate of approximately 53% for international students. Indian students with strong GRE/GMAT scores and GPA above 8/10 have a higher chance of admission.

Q: What are the IELTS requirements for Waterloo?

University of Waterloo requires a minimum IELTS score of 7 overall. TOEFL iBT minimum is 90.

Q: When is the application deadline for Waterloo?

University of Waterloo has intake in September and January. Application deadlines are typically 3–6 months before the intake. Contact Jaivik Overseas Consultants for exact deadlines and application support.

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Quick Facts

Founded1957
Total Students43,000
International %33%
Campus TypeSuburban
Avg Salary (Grad)$90,000

Average Graduate Salary After Waterloo