University of Waterloo

No question, university is a big investment in your future. The money that you – and possibly your family members – contribute is the foundation for your financial plan, but you may need more to cover all of your university costs.

Your main costs at university will be your tuition and living expenses.

Waterloo's tuition fees vary by program and type of student.

Estimate your total first-year expenses and see how much money you have.

Learn how to use scholarships, bursaries, student loans, and part-time jobs as ways to pay for your first year of university.

Learn about the multiple ways to pay for your education, from provincial aid (like OSAP) to scholarships and more.