Why Study Computer Science at the University of Waterloo?
The Cheriton School of Computer Science at the University of Waterloo is the #1 place to study Computer Science in Canada, and one of the best in the world. There are many reasons to study CS at Waterloo. Here are only a few:
- Waterloo is ranked as the best comprehensive university in Canada by Maclean's
Magazine for many years.
- Waterloo is a leader in co-operative education. This gives students a chance to gain
work experience during their studies, allowing many to secure permanent jobs
long before they graduate.
- The undergraduate program in computer science at UW is the largest and the
most prestigious in the country. In each of several outstanding programs, the
required courses provide a thorough grounding in computer science while
allowing students to explore diverse areas in a wide range of elective courses.
- Waterloo Computer Science research publications has the most citations and has had
the most impact among Canadian Computer Science departments according to
a ranking by the internationally well-known Science Citation Index rankings
in 2005.
- Waterloo computer science students benefit greatly from daily interaction with
well-known professors. Our leading-edge research programs allow us to teach
the latest technologies. Undergraduate students have opportunities to
participate in research projects.
- Waterloo is located in a major Canadian technology centre. Many high-tech
companies surround the campus, including Research in Motion (maker of the
Blackberry PDA), iAnywhere Solutions (a subsidiary of Sybase), OpenText, and
Waterloo Maple.
- Waterloo computer science graduates are highly sought after: 97% of our graduates
obtain jobs within six months of graduation.
At Waterloo, computer science students receive an outstanding education. Our students are
well-prepared for successful careers in industry and government as well as for
graduate studies.
Return to Prospective Student Page
Last modified: Wednesday, 29-Jun-2011 16:43:55 EDT
