Student Profiles

Rahul Agarwal

Siqi Zhu

China

Biochemistry major

Rahul Agarwal

Theodore Tjahjadi Surjo

Indonesia

Computer science major

Rahul Agarwal

Rahul Agarwal

India

Computer engineering major

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Welcome to Waterloo

math and computer buildingThe University of Waterloo, a leading public academic institution in Canada, is committed to international outreach. We welcome students and faculty from across the world.

On this site, you will find information about our programs of study, our English-language training programs, how to apply, life in Waterloo and Canada, research at the university, our partnerships around the world, opportunities for academics, and much more. Find out the latest notices, events and news for international students and read stories from current students at Waterloo, Canada’s innovation university.

Latest News, Notices and Events

Explore living and working overseas online

UW students, staff, faculty and alumni have the opportunity to explore a fabulous new online resource called "The Big Guide to Living and Working Overseas". more information

OIEOS $2500 funding to study or work abroad

New 2009-10 funding from the Ontario government has arrived to help you study or work abroad! Apply for funding through the Student Awards and Financial Aid office, to study abroad, go on an international work or study experience. more information and funding deadline

Kavelman-Fonn Awards $1,250-$5,000 now available

Apply by November 1 for Winter 2010 - Financial support to participate in an international volunteer experience, an international co-op work term providing little or no remuneration, or an international field/work placement pursued as part of your academic degree. more information

University of Waterloo UAE programs

Applications now being accepted to the UW UAE programs. Chemical and Civil Engineering plus Financial Analysis and Risk Management, and Information Technology Management for September 2010. more information latest update

International funding available

Applications for funding are invited from faculty, post-docs and graduate students through the International Programs Office in Waterloo International funding deadlines visit Waterloo International NH 1101 for more information.

Undergraduate students apply for international experience awards through Student Awards and Financial Aid Office more information.

Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS) available to Canadian passport holders at UW are welcome to apply. CGS may cover three months for Chinese language study, or as long as four years for a full degree. UW exchange students to China contact Andreea Cuicurita for more information. Application deadline December 15, 2009 more information (Word) application form (PDF)

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