The anticipated cost of attending the University of Waterloo, including books and supplies, is from 43,000 to 65,000 CAD (25-39 lakh INR). Students receiving University of Waterloo scholarships, on the other hand, can get award benefits of up to 10,000 CAD (6 lakh INR).

The university provides its students with both on-campus and off-campus housing options, which come in a variety of styles and with diverse amenities at varying rates. Candidates can select the best option for their needs and budget. The institution provides first-year students with on-campus housing as well as personal and academic support in a culturally enriching atmosphere. There are different options for available residences, such as single and double-sharing rooms, apartments or suites, and classic dorm-style rooms. On-campus housing costs between $2,400 and $3,200 CAD per term, depending on the term, hall, and room of choice. Off-campus accommodation plus utilities might cost up to 600 CAD per month.

The university has a total enrollment of 40000 students, 40% of them are international students from 84 countries. Because the University of Waterloo's average acceptance rate is 50%, make sure you submit a competitive application to be considered for admission.

The main campus of the university is 404 hectares in the city of Waterloo, Ontario. Waterloo Park, Wilfrid Laurier University, and Laurel Creek Conservation Area form the campus's boundaries. The main campus is conveniently accessible by public transportation, with three numbered highways intersecting it. The majority of the institute's teaching facilities are located on a ring road in its southern section. While the majority of the campus buildings are new, there are others that evoke nostalgia and date back to the nineteenth century. The university campus is a lively site of study and growth, with over 200 academic, charity, social, political, athletic, and cultural student clubs, as well as over 100 volunteer programmes. Every on-campus resident should experience the on-campus meals, which include halal, kosher, vegan, vegetarian, and customizable selections.

The university is accredited by Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada.

The University of Waterloo is ranked among the top 50 universities in the world for graduate employability. Some of the university's highest-earning graduates work in Education & Research, IT & Software Development, and Financial Services. They assist over 7,000 active companies in a range of industries in finding exceptional talent. As North America's largest co-op talent pool, WaterlooWorks (Waterloo's job portal) posts over 25,000 full-time vacancies each year, which are filled with co-op students who are ready to work full-time.