Admissions Update for the
Faculty of Mathematics
The Faculty that counts!!!
March Break Open House
March 19, 2016
Professor Serge D’Alessio
Associate Dean – Admissions
Faculty of Mathematics
FACULTY of MATHEMATICS
University of Waterloo
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Some Facts:
World’s largest centre for education in the
mathematical and computer sciences
Only Faculty of Mathematics in North America
More than 7,000 undergraduates
Over 1,500 first-year students
Offer BMath and BCS degrees (+ joint degrees)
More than 31,000 alumni world-wide
Large international student population
Faculty of Mathematics
FACULTY of MATHEMATICS
University of Waterloo
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We are proud of our:
Great courses – hundreds of courses in math and
computer science to choose from!!
Great environment – excellent computing facilities
open 24 hours a day; Tutorial Centres for help in
MC and in residence during the day, evenings and
weekends; beautiful campus; lots of activities; …
Great profs – over 200 full-time professors!!
Great job experience through Co-op!!
Great students
Faculty of Mathematics
FACULTY of MATHEMATICS
University of Waterloo
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Programs in the David R. Cheriton
School of Computer Science:
Computer Science
Computing and Financial Management (joint with
the School of Accounting and Finance)
Software Engineering (joint with Faculty of
Engineering)
Business Administration and Computer Science
Double Degree (joint with School of Business and
Economics, Wilfrid Laurier University)
Faculty of Mathematics
FACULTY of MATHEMATICS
University of Waterloo
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Business and Accounting Related Programs:
Mathematics / Chartered Professional
Accountancy
Financial Analysis and Risk Management
Mathematics / Business Administration
Single Degree
Business Administration and Mathematics
Double Degree (joint with School of Business and
Economics, Wilfrid Laurier University)
Faculty of Mathematics
FACULTY of MATHEMATICS
University of Waterloo
Programs in Mathematics:
Actuarial Science
Mathematical Finance
Applied Mathematics
Mathematical
Optimization
Mathematical Studies
Mathematics/Teaching
Combinatorics &
Optimization
Computational
Mathematics
Pure Mathematics
Mathematical Economics Statistics (+ Health
Mathematical Physics
Option)
+ Combinations!!
Faculty of Mathematics
Math Faculty Admission Requirements
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You need  6 Grade 12 courses:
 4 U courses that must include any 4U English,
Advanced Functions, Calculus and Vectors
 2 others (U or M – may be specified or
recommended for some programs such as
Software Engineering)
Grade 12 Introduction to Computer Studies is
encouraged for students interested in Computer
Science
Euclid Contest is highly recommended
Faculty of Mathematics
Math Faculty Program Targets
The number admitted varies by program:
Computer Science - 345
Computer Science / Business (Double Degree) - 50
Computing and Financial Management - 40
Software Engineering - 125
Math / Business (Single Degree) - 60
Math / Business (Double Degree) - 65
Math / CPA - 65
Financial Analysis and Risk Management - 125
Honours Mathematics - 470
+ Math ELAS (English Language) - 220
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Total = 1565 (from ~ 15,000 applications)
Faculty of Mathematics
What marks are required?
Depends on program and number of applications
Based on 2015:
• Double Degree, Accounting & CS – low 90’s
• Other programs – high 80’s
• Co-op generally higher than Regular
BUT…
Faculty of Mathematics
Admission Depends on More Than Marks!!!
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Admission Information Form (AIF)
Academic History
Extra-curricular Activities (school and community
activities, athletics, drama, music, math and
computer science activities, etc.)
Part-time job
Teacher Reference
Fill in on-line forms at:
http://www.findoutmore.uwaterloo.ca/thenextstep/applicants/
• Posted deadline was March 18, however, you still
have another week to submit your AIF!
• The AIF is required for ALL programs
Faculty of Mathematics
Admission Decisions
• Based on the Admission Average and the AIF
Score
• Admission Average - add marks for the required
courses (2 Math, Eng) plus highest U course
plus highest two other U/M courses and divide
by 6
• Although the AIF is important, grades form the
most important part of any admission decision
• For more information on admissions visit:
https://uwaterloo.ca/math/futureundergraduates/admissions
• Euclid Contest score may make a difference for
certain high demand programs
Faculty of Mathematics
What if I don’t get admitted to my
first choice program?
In the past we have made alternate offers:
CS/Business Double Degree  CS
FARM  Math/Business
Math/Business  Honours Math
Co-op  Regular
Faculty of Mathematics
When will I find out?
Some early offers have already gone out (<20%)
The majority will go out in mid May based on
second semester mid-term grades
Remember – you do not have to commit (confirm)
until June 1st!!!
Faculty of Mathematics
FACULTY of MATHEMATICS
University of Waterloo
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In the first term (1A) all students take:
Calculus
Classical Algebra
Computer Science
+ Two non-Math electives (free choice for many
students; prescribed courses for some programs
such as Business, Accounting, Computing and
Financial Management, Mathematical Physics,
Software Engineering)
Students must satisfy a communications
requirement by completing 2 communications
courses (Writing, Speaking and/or Professional)
Faculty of Mathematics
Math in Europe
• Unique opportunity to live in Europe for 90 days:
- One month in Rome (Italy) and two months in Montpellier (France).
• Take three University of Waterloo Mathematics courses:
- Taught by UW Mathematics Professors in English in Europe.
• Costs: (1) Fee for three University of Waterloo courses (the amount is
identical to that paid if you took the same courses in Waterloo)
(2) About $1,000 to $1,500 for airfare
(3) €4100 (about $6,000) Program Fee. This fee includes
- Accommodation in Rome and Montpellier
- All organized trips
- Breakfast and four weekly dinners in Montpellier
- One French course as an elective (Pass/Fail credit)
- Participation in this program fulfills the International Experience
component of the Global Experience Certificate : great asset to be
added to your resume.
- For information, ask Francine Vinette at the Waterloo International
booth in the hall, or check
uwaterloo.ca/math/current-undergraduates/math-europe-program
Faculty of Mathematics
Co-op or Regular?
Co-op
Regular
~75% of Math students
~25% of Math students
Alternate school & work terms
Study from September to April
4 and 2/3 years to complete
3 and 2/3 years to complete
Gain up to 2 years of work
experience during various terms
Gain up to 1 year of work
experience during summers
Sample different careers
Focus on school & other activities
Help finance your education
Enter work force sooner
Make valuable career contacts
Move quickly into further education
Faculty of Mathematics
What Will It Cost?
Based on Fall 2015 with a full course load:
Domestic Tuition Fees - 2 terms or 8 months
Math, Business, Accounting & FARM programs
• Mathematics & Math / Business (Single Degree)
$6,234 (Regular)
$7,550 (Co-op)
• Math / Business (Double Degree) (Co-op only)
$9,518
• Math / CPA (Co-op only after 1st year)
$7,550 (significant increase after first year)
• Financial Analysis and Risk Management
$9,184 (Regular)
$10,500 (Co-op)
• Math / ELAS (English Language for Academic Studies)
$5,410 (Regular only)
Faculty of Mathematics
What Will It Cost?
Based on Fall 2015 with a full course load:
Domestic Tuition Fees - 2 terms or 8 months
CS, CFM & SE programs
• Computing and Financial Management (Co-op only)
$7,550 (significant increase after first year)
• Computer Science
$12,354 (Regular)
$13,670 (Co-op)
• CS / Business (Double Degree) (Co-op only)
$13,670
• Software Engineering (Co-op only)
$14,726
Faculty of Mathematics
What Will It Cost?
Based on Fall 2015 with a full course load:
International Tuition Fees - 2 terms or 8 months
• All programs – except CFM, SE and Math / ELAS
$24,662 (Regular) $25,978 (Co-op)
• Computing and Financial Management
$24,096 (Co-op only)
• Software Engineering
$35,086 (Co-op only)
• Math / ELAS (English Language for Academic Studies)
$16,840 (Regular only)
Faculty of Mathematics
What Will It Cost?
Based on Fall 2015 values:
Residence Fees - 2 terms or 8 months
• Depends on residence and meal plan
• Residence costs range from $5,350 - $7,115
• Some residences have a required meal plan
Costs for 8 months range from:
$4,250 - $5,050
• Other residences have cooking facilities
Books
• About $2,000 for 2 terms
Faculty of Mathematics
University Wide Admission
Scholarships
Mid-May
Scholarship Name
Admission
Average
95+
President’s
Scholarship of
Distinction
90 – 95
President’s
Scholarship
85 - 90
Merit Scholarship
Faculty of Mathematics
Amount
$2,000 Entrance
Scholarship +
$1,500 International
Award or $1,500
Research Award
$2,000 Entrance
Scholarship
$1,000 Entrance
Scholarship
U of W Bursaries and Loans
Entrance Bursaries – Students with Financial Need
• About 1,000 available to students entering first year
• Range from $500 to $4,000
• Need to apply by mid April, 2016
• For information and application form visit:
http://www.findoutmore.uwaterloo.ca/financing/bursary.htm
Ontario Student Assistance Program
• Various types of assistance to eligible students
based on need - http://www.osap.gov.on.ca/
Faculty of Mathematics
Admission Scholarships
Faculty of Mathematics
Faculty of Mathematics Scholarship application
deadline was February 8, 2016
Recipients will be notified by early April
Math Entrance Scholarships
Based on admission average, AIF and Euclid Score
• No application necessary for these scholarships
• Values range from $5,000 - $10,000 over 4 years
• Others range from $1,000 - $3,000 for one year
Faculty of Mathematics
Euclid Contest
• Written on Tuesday, April 12, 2016
• Not required for admission BUT a strong
performance could help you earn a place in the
Faculty of Mathematics
• Used in making Math Entrance Scholarships
decisions
• Visit: cemc.uwaterloo.ca and
courseware.cemc.uwaterloo.ca
for past contests and solutions as well as
additional online problems
• Attend the Euclid Workshop at 3 pm in M3 1006
Faculty of Mathematics
Next Steps
• Complete your AIF
http://www.findoutmore.uwaterloo.ca/thenextstep
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Prepare for the Euclid Contest
Write the Euclid Contest (April 12)
Continue to work hard
Join the Faculty of Mathematics in
September!
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think
pink
uwaterloo.ca/math
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