Bachelor of Mathematics in Actuarial Science (Joint Honours) in Waterloo Canada | University of Waterloo

University of Waterloo | Waterloo Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD 60,000
(c. USD43,034.04)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

The Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science ranks among the world's leading academic institutions in these fields. Students and faculty members investigate diverse areas including Actuarial Science, Biostatistics, Data Science, Quantitative Finance, Statistics, and Statistics-Computing. This program features specialized courses like financial mathematics, risk analysis, and pension mathematics, instructed by practicing actuaries at one of North America's premier actuarial institutions. Complementing these with computer science, arts, and mathematics electives provides the balanced technical and interpersonal skills that today's employers value. Both traditional and co-op program options prepare graduates for immediate entry into a robust job market with excellent career potential and competitive compensation. The program's accreditation by the Canadian Institute of Actuaries offers exam exemptions, accelerating professional certification. The Actuarial Science Club, organized by students, provides mentoring opportunities, career guidance, and social connections through activities ranging from strategy games to casual gatherings.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Official/Unofficial High School Transcripts Required.
Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) - 90 Overall (25 writing, 25 speaking)
IELTS Academic - 6.5 Overall (6.5 writing, 6.5 speaking, 6.0 reading, 6.0 listening)

International Baccalaureate (IB) - HL Analysis and Approaches, minimum 6, HL or SL English A. Total 32.

Ontario students: six Grade 12 U and/or M courses including

Advanced Functions
Calculus and Vectors
Any 4U English
One other 4U course
Recommended course: Grade 11 U Introduction to Computer Science

Admission averages: Individual selection from the high 80s

Tuition CAD 60,000

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