Overview

This Statistics programme offered by University of Waterloo prepares students to become independent researchers capable of advancing knowledge in statistics and related quantitative disciplines. Designed for graduates with backgrounds in statistics, actuarial science, mathematics, or other quantitative fields, the programme develops advanced analytical, methodological, and research skills through rigorous doctoral study. Students engage in original research that contributes to the development of statistical theory, methodology, and applications across a wide range of domains.

Key Facts

Research is conducted under the guidance of expert faculty and spans both theoretical and applied areas of statistics. Students investigate complex quantitative problems using advanced statistical, probabilistic, and computational approaches, developing expertise that can be applied to business, industry, government, research organizations, and academia. The programme prepares graduates for careers requiring high-level quantitative reasoning, data analysis, statistical modelling, and research leadership.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computational Statistics

Finance

Industrial Statistics

Probability

Statistical Theory and Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Waterloo, Canada

Disciplines

Statistics View 22 other PhDs in Statistics in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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63

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General requirements

Resume

Supplementary information form (SIF)

Transcript(s)

References

Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
A Master's degree in statistics, actuarial science, or mathematics, completed or expected. Note: graduates of other quantitative and mathematically oriented programs are also encouraged to apply; this includes, but is not restricted to, graduates of commerce, economics, engineering, finance, and any of the physical sciences. The department graduate committee will determine the suitability of each student’s background for success in this program.*

Students with an undergraduate degree in statistics, actuarial science, or mathematics may apply for admission directly to the PhD program. Successful applicants will have an outstanding academic record, and very strong letters of recommendation.*
At least an overall 78% average from a Canadian university (or its equivalent)
An interview may be required

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Tuition Fees

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14792 CAD / year

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4596 CAD / year

≈ 4596 CAD / year

Living costs

Waterloo

Canada

810 - 1447 CAD / month

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