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Chandra Shekhar

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If we compared the placements of IIT and the UWC or University of Waterloo placements, then UWC offers better placement packages to thier graduates. IIT salary ranges from INR 17 L to INR 1 Cr for graduates while the University of Waterloo salary ranges from INR 45 L to INR 1.1 Cr anually. Therefore, its a better choice to study abroad at Waterloo.

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Chandra Shekhar

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The University of Waterloo average salary is around CAD 67,000 or INR 41.38 L for graduate students. The University of Waterloo the highest salary is CAD 152,000 or INR 93.88 L  (CAD 1 = INR 61.77) annually for Education & Research professionals. The lowest-paid University of Waterloo alumni & graduates are Programme & Project Management professionals at CAD 38,000 or INR 27.47 L. Check the infographic below for more details about the University of Waterloo average salary by job:

University of Waterloo Average Salary by Jobs

(Source: emolument)

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Chandra Shekhar

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Yes, the University of Waterloo is good for Indian students to study in Canada because of its impressive placements and quality education. The University of Waterloo placement rate is 96% and applicants are hired by top employers. Waterloo University also ranked among the top universities in the world. The table below includes the highlights of the University of Waterloo placements:

Head

Details

Placement rate

100% (Master of Actuarial Science)

Internships  

Available

the highest recruiting sector 

Management Level

Average salary 

CAD 67,000 or INR 41.38 L

Top Recruiting Firms 

Lyft, Coursera, Microsoft, Manulife, RBC Bank, WSP Global Inc., etc.

Part-time work options  

Available

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Akanksha Malhotra

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Some of the reasons as to why international students study at the University of Waterloo are:

  • The University of Waterloo has been listed among the Top 10 universities in Canada. According to THE 2024 rank, the University of Waterloo has been placed at #7 place
  • There is a sizeable international student community at the university. According to the facts of 2022/23, 19% undergraduate and 41% graduates are international
  • High-quality programs are offered at the university such as Computer Science and Engineering
  • The university has an excellent campus location as students can do a variety of things in Waterloo city such as nightlife, food joint
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Akanksha Malhotra

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Some of the best places in and around the University of Waterloo are:

  • Seven Shores, an excellent café with great food choices
  • The Jane Bond, a great vegetarian restaurant and bar with a great atmosphere
  • Lotus Tea House is a Chinese Vegetarian restaurant
  • My Thai
  • Gourmet Pizza
  • Taiwanese Home
  • Mozy’s Shawarma
  • Village 1 Cafeteria

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Anushree Sinha

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University of Waterloo is one of the top public universities in Canada and is a hub of scholars with entrepreneurial mindset. A vast number of active startups have come out of UWaterloo and they are listed below:

University of Waterloo Start-ups

Bookneto

ConektaCrowdRiff
DossierViewGooseChaseInstacart
KikLastRevLooseButton
LumosMaluubaMappedIn
Pair (TenthBit)Pager DutyPebble
PiinPointPolar MobilePolychart (Beta Cubed)
Product WikiRedwood StrategicRubikloud
Thalmic LabsTinkerCoinTribeHR
TripZaarWell.caWillet
VidYardSimply GoodStreak
Umano (SoThree, Inc)Upverter 

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Anushree Sinha

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University of Waterloo is one of the top public universities in Canada and students across the world desire to study here. As per some Waterloo University student reviews, listed below are some helpful tips for students starting their first year at University of Waterloo:

  • Students are recommended to stay in university residences and befriend the people they meet there;
  • Join clubs and participate actively in co-curricular activities;
  • Build a schedule and stay organized;
  • Do not procastinate studying; and
  • Find out a way to de-stress and engage in fun activities/events.

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Chandra Shekhar

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The University of Toronto, University of Waterloo, and McMaster University are among the top universities in Canada for international studnets. They offers the best education at undergraduate and graduate programme levels for students. We have compared them in the table below in term of tuition fees andranking:

UniversitiesQS Ranking 2024First Year Tuition Fees
University of Toronto21INR 15 L to INR 75 L
University of Waterloo112INR 9 L to INR 44 L
McMaster University189INR 2 L to INR 59 L

As per the above data, McMaster offers programme at low cost as compared to other two. While, Toronto University ranks high in the world. Therefore, it depends on your choice where you want to apply.

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Akanksha Malhotra

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Some of the places to eat near the University of Waterloo are: 

  • Taiwanese Home Garden
  • Mozy's Shawrma
  • Village 1 Cafeteria
  • St. Jerome's Cafeteria 
  • Jacks at St. Jacobs Market
  • Fireside Grill 
  • Cafe 1842

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