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Overview
The school's PhD program in Accounting at University of Waterloo enrolled its first students in 1988. This program is the largest in Canada and has earned the respect of accounting professionals and academics everywhere.
Key facts:
Our graduates hold academic positions at universities in Canada and abroad, and have published in well-known accounting journals such as Journal of Accounting Research, Accounting Review, Journal of Accounting and Economics, Contemporary Accounting Research, Auditing: A Journal of Practice and Theory, Accounting, Organizations and Society, and Journal of the American Taxation Association.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Accounting
- Finance
- Microeconomics
- Macroeconomics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
IELTS 7.5
TOEFL® IBT 100
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Accounting View 3 other PhDs in Accounting in CanadaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 7.5
TOEFL® IBT 100
Other requirements
General requirements
- We will consider applicants who have successfully completed a master's or honours bachelor's degree, with at least an 80% average.
- Transcripts and awarding of degrees from each institution attended.
- Your application package will be stronger if you choose referees who can comment on your academic/research ability. Your references will be sent an e-mail with instructions about uploading their letters.
- A statement of interest (one page or less) indicating why you wish to take a PhD in accounting and what you hope to accomplish.
- Official score report on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT); or up load a copy of your Graduate Record Examination (GRE) report.
- English Language Proficiency Certification – if required
- Up-to-date curriculum vitae or resume (1-2 pages)
Tuition Fee
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International
21546 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 21546 CAD per year during 48 months. -
National
6762 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6762 CAD per year during 48 months.
Living costs for Waterloo
810 - 1447 CAD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
The School of Accounting and Finance normally provides funding of $25,500 per year for four years. Funding is contingent upon working as a research assistant or a teaching assistant for up to 10 hours per week, during each of the four years. Additional scholarships are provided to international students, who are charged higher tuition fees.
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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