Data Science (BSc) at Wilfrid Laurier University

Programme overview

The Data Science (BSc) program at Wilfrid Laurier University prepares you to transform complex data into meaningful insights using mathematics, statistics and computer science. Through co-op, competitions like Datathons and the Putnam Mathematical Competition, and research opportunities including the NSERC Undergraduate Student Research Award (USRA), you'll develop the analytical and computational skills to interpret large datasets and support data-driven decision-making. Customize your degree w

Faculty: Faculty of Science | Duration: four years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September (fall term) or January (winter term) | Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

Career pathways

big data architect; business data analyst; catastrophe risk analyst; data engineer; data project manager; data scientist; industry analyst; operational risk consultant; venture capital associate

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Application information

Entry requirements

Average admission range: mid 70s English at 70% Advanced Functions at 80% Calculus and Vectors at 80% All prerequisite courses calculated in admissions average, including English

Domestic applicants: CAD 6,180 a year (2026/27) Source

International applicants: CAD 39,470 a year (2026/27) Source

Fall (September) is the primary entry term; winter (January) entry is open for selected programmes (over 60 programmes for international applicants) and spring (May) entry is available.

Winter 2027 admission applications are open for international applicants through Laurier's Winter Term Application.

Fall 2027 admission: Jan. 15, 2027 for Ontario high school students, Apr. 1, 2027 for all other applicants. Winter 2027 admission: Nov. 22, 2026. Spring 2027 admission: Mar. 15, 2027. Applications are submitted through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC); international applicants can apply for winter with Laurier's Winter Term Application; part-time-only applicants can use Laurier's Part-Time Application. Fall applicants must submit transcripts and required documents by May 12, 2027.

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