Mathematics (MSc) at Wilfrid Laurier University

Programme overview

Our Master of Science (MSc) in Mathematics is focused on four areas: financial mathematics, mathematical modelling, statistics and data science, and pure mathematics (in particular, graph theory, Lie algebras and symplectic geometry). Our strength is in preparing students for practical applications and skills applicable in real life. Program Highlights A variety of

Faculty: Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Applications Open | Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

Career pathways

Examples of jobs held by our graduates include:; financial analyst; statistical analyst; data scientist; research and planning analyst

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Application information

Entry requirements

A four-year (honours) undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in mathematics or a related field that includes courses in advanced calculus, basic probability and statistics, linear algebra, and differential equations. A minimum B+ average in your final year of undergraduate study and a cumulative B+ average in all mathematics and statistics courses. In the application process you must submit transcripts of all postsecondary education, complete or incomplete, a statement of your research interests a

International applicants: CAD 23,583 a year (2026). 2026/27 international graduate tuition per year (3 terms), full-time, for the fee group the source lists this programme under; excludes incidental and other fees. Source group: MA, MSc, MES, MAP, MMus, MKin. International students in research-based master Source

Application fees per application (non-refundable, not waived): $130 for most Master and PhD programmes; $135 for Master of Music Therapy, Management (MSc and PhD), Management Analytics (MSc) and MSc User Experience Design; $155 for Master of Applied Computing, Business Administration, Social Work (Master and PhD) and domestic Finance; $230 for Master of Finance (international). Most programmes consider applications until full; deadlines are on each programme page.

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