Elie and Doris Albers Scholarship
One scholarship, valued at $1,500, is presented annually to an undergraduate student entering second, third, or fourth year of regular or co-op Statistics. This scholarship has been established by Cathy Cotton (nee Albers), BMath '71, MMath '74 and Paul Cotton, BMath '71, MMath '74 in honour of Cathy's parents and their commitment to education.
Accenture Award
One award, valued at $1,500, is provided to a full-time undergraduate student entering Year Four of a Co-op Mathematics program. Selection of the recipient will be based on active participation/leadership in extracurricular activities, interest in pursuing a consulting-type career, academic achievement (minimum 75% overall average), and strong communication skills. Relevant work-term experience will also be considered. Interested students in the 3B term should apply by March 31.
Ailey Bailin Memorial Scholarship in Actuarial Science
A scholarship, valued at up to $1,000, in memory of the late Ailey Bailin, is presented to a student with the highest cumulative overall average who is entering the fourth year of Honours Actuarial Science.
George Barnard Statistics Prize
This prize is awarded annually to a student completing third-year studies, and who has taken STAT 331, STAT 333, and at least one other third- or fourth-year Statistics course. It goes to the student deemed by the Statistics and Actuarial Science Department to have obtained the best results in these courses. The prize consists of one or more books in probability and statistics.
Arthur Beaumont Memorial Scholarship
One scholarship, valued at a minimum of $1,000, will be provided to a third-year student in Applied Mathematics with Engineering Electives or in Mathematicial Physics who demonstrates academic excellence. This scholarship has been established in honour of the late Arthur Beaumont, Prof. Emeritus and Honorary Member of the University, to recognize his outstanding contribution to the Applied Mathematics Department. The successful candidate will be chosen by the Associate Chair for Undergraduate Studies of the Applied Mathematics department.
J.A. Brzozowski Scholarship
One scholarship, valued at $1,000, is presented annually to a student entering fourth year of a Computer Science program. Selection is based on academic performance with emphasis on achievement in courses focusing on theoretical computer science.
CIBC Scholarships
Six scholarships, valued at $5,000 each, are awarded annually to undergraduate students enrolled in Co-op Computer Science or the Business Administration and Mathematics Double Degree Program (University of Waterloo). Applicants must have completed three work terms, have a cumulative average of 80% or above, and have a keen interest in working within the Financial Industry. This scholarship may not be held concurrently with other major University of Waterloo scholarships. Interested students must apply by May 31.
CMA Management Accounting Student of Merit Award
An award, valued at $500, is awarded annually to a fourth-year Accounting and Financial Management student or Mathematics/Chartered Accountancy student who has demonstrated academic excellence in AFM 291, AFM 341/CS 330, and AFM 481, and has also demonstrated a career interest in the management accounting profession.
Combinatorics and Optimization Book Prize
A book prize is awarded to an outstanding student of Combinatorics and Optimization.
Computational Mathematics Undergraduate Scholarships
A number of scholarships are awarded each year to outstanding undergraduate students enrolled in full-time studies in the Computational Mathematics program. The number and value of the scholarships varies from year to year. Selection is based on academic achievement. No application is required.
Co-operators Group Ltd. Award
Awards, valued at up to $750, are provided annually to an undergraduate student who has completed the second year of study in Actuarial Science and to an undergraduate student who has completed the second year of study in Environmental Engineering. Selection is based on good academic standing at the end of Year Two and demonstrated leadership ability as evidenced by involvement in extracurricular activities either at the University or within the community. Applications should be submitted during 3A (Co-op students) or the Winter term of Year Two (Regular students).
Cecil and Edna Cotton Scholarship
One scholarship, valued at $1,500, is presented annually to an undergraduate student entering second, third, or fourth year of regular or co-op Computer Science. This scholarship has been established by Paul Cotton, BMath '71, MMath '74, and Cathy Cotton (nee Albers), BMath '71, MMath '74, in honour of Paul's parents and their commitment to education.
E.T. Davies Memorial Prizes
In memory of the late Professor E.T. Davies, his colleagues in the Applied Mathematics Department offer a $1,000 prize annually to the highest ranked male student at the completion of second year.
Doris Dixon Scholarship
A scholarship, valued at $1,500, is presented by the Descartes Foundation to a student in Mathematics/Business Administration who, while not receiving a continuing Faculty of Mathematics Entrance Scholarship, demonstrates excellence during her/his program of undergraduate studies.
Ross Dixon Scholarship
A scholarship, valued at $1,500, is presented by the Descartes Foundation to a student in Mathematics/Business Administration who, while not receiving a continuing Faculty of Mathematics Entrance Scholarship, demonstrates excellence during her/his program of undergraduate studies.
Samuel Eckler Medal in Actuarial Science
This prize was established to recognize the contribution of Samuel Eckler to the actuarial profession and is provided by Eckler Partners. The medal, which is cast in gold, is awarded each year to the outstanding graduating student in Honours Actuarial Science.
Electrohome 75th Anniversary Scholarship
Established by the Victor Company of Japan Ltd. and Kanematsu-Gosho Ltd. in recognition of the 75th Anniversary of Electrohome Ltd., one scholarship, valued at up to $1,500, is presented to an outstanding undergraduate entering the final year of Computer Science. The award will be based on academic performance in the second-year core and a minimum of three third-year Computer Science courses. An application and a recent résumé should be submitted during the third year or 3B term.
Faculty of Mathematics Memorial Scholarship
These awards honour deceased students, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends of the Faculty of Mathematics. Awards are made, as funds permit, to students at any level in an undergraduate plan in the Faculty of Mathematics on the basis of academic achievement. Donations have been received in memory of Dr. David Doniz and Professor Ronald G. Scoins.
Faculty of Mathematics Senate Scholarships
Several scholarships are awarded to students who have established outstanding academic records by the end of their first or second year in the Faculty of Mathematics and who are not on continuing Faculty of Mathematics scholarships. Recipients receive $750 per term through graduation. These awards are supported through donations from faculty, staff, and retirees to the Senate Scholarship Fund.
Federation of Chinese Canadian Professionals (FCCP) (Ontario) Education Foundation Scholarship
One scholarship, valued at $500, is presented annually to the student achieving the highest mark in CS 341 (Algorithms).
Scott Kelsey Fevreau Memorial Award
One award, valued at $500, has been established in memory of Scott Kelsey Fevreau, a first-year Mathematics student. The award is to be presented to a second-year Honours Co-op Mathematics student, based on high academic achievement, extracurricular activities, and personal characteristics.
K.D. Fryer Gold Medal
This award is presented annually, at Fall Convocation, to a graduating Mathematics student who best exemplifies academic excellence and good citizenship. Involvement in extracurricular affairs such as athletics, cultural activities, and student government are important criteria in making the award. The medal is in honour of Kenneth D. Fryer, a professor of Mathematics since 1959. As Associate Dean of Undergraduate Studies for a number of years, he served the Faculty with academic distinction and good humoured dedication until his death in 1984.
William Gartrell Scholarship
Dr. William Gartrell received an Honorary Doctor of Laws degree in 1968 from the University of Waterloo. To commemorate his contributions to education in high school Mathematics, the Faculty has established this $1,000 scholarship to recognize the scholastic achievements of a second- or third-year student not previously awarded a continuing Faculty of Mathematics scholarship.
iAnywhere Solutions Inc. Scholarships
Three scholarships, valued at $5,000 each, are awarded annually to undergraduate students enrolled in Year Two or above in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering, who have a strong academic record and a keen interest in software development. Interested students in 2A-3B who are continuing in their plan/program in the next academic year should submit an application by March 1st.
Stewart and Ann Kelland Award in Pure Mathematics
An award, valued at up to $1,000, is provided annually to an undergraduate student enrolled in Year Two of Pure Mathematics in the Faculty of Mathematics. Students must have a minimum overall average of 75% and must have demonstrated their involvement in Pure Mathematics and another discipline. This fund is made possible by a donation from Stewart Kelland (BMath ’72) and his wife Ann.
Dr. Leslie Klein Mathematics Scholarships
Scholarships, valued at $3,000 each, paid in instalments of $500 per term from 2A to 4B, will be awarded to two students who have established an outstanding academic record by the end of her/his first year in the Faculty of Mathematics. This fund is made possible by a donation from Dr. Leslie Klein, Ph.D., P.Eng., whose son is a graduate of the Faculty of Mathematics at the University of Waterloo.
K.C. Lee Computer Science Scholarship
One scholarship, valued at up to $1,000, is presented annually to an outstanding undergraduate student entering Year Three of Computer Science. Selection will be based on excellent academic standing and commitment to Computer Science as evidenced by related work experience and/or related special projects. An application should be submitted during 2B or the second term of Year Two. This fund was established by Francis Lee, an alumnus of the University, in honour of his father K.C. Lee.
Frank Lun Scholarship for Excellence
One scholarship, valued at $1,000, is presented annually to an outstanding fourth-year student enrolled in Computer Science or Software Engineering who has a minimum overall average of 80% and leadership abilities as demonstrated through involvement in extracurricular activities. Applications should be submitted during the 3B term.
Richard and Elizabeth Madter Mathematics/Teaching Scholarship
One scholarship, valued at $3,500, is awarded annually to the student entering the Mathematics Teaching Option program in the Faculty of Mathematics who has achieved the highest overall average. No application is required.
Manulife Actuarial Scholarships
Three scholarships, valued at $6,000 each, will be awarded to outstanding undergraduate students who are in their third or fourth year and are enrolled in Actuarial Science or the Mathematics Double Degree program (Actuarial Science option). Applicants must apply in their 2B until 4A term, have a cumulative average of 80% or above, and have successfully completed at least one professional examination set by the Society of Actuaries. Selection will be based on; proven ability to balance academic studies, professional examinations results, and an active participation and demonstrated leadership in activities within the university or community. In addition, eligible candidates must be committed to a career in actuarial science. Interested students should apply by June 30th.
Mathematics Graduation Committee (MGC) Award
Three or more awards, valued at $500 each, will be presented annually to students entering their final year of study in an Honours Mathematics program who have contributed leadership and involvement to student life in the community while maintaining at least a 70% cumulative academic average. It is hoped that this award will encourage further leadership and involvement in the recipients' final year of study. Interested students should submit an application by February 15th each year.
Rosa McEachern Memorial Scholarship
A scholarship, valued at $1,000, is awarded annually to an outstanding undergraduate student enrolled in Year Two, Three or Four in the David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science. This fund is made possible by a donation from staff at Symcor, in memory of their colleague and good friend, Rosa McEachern.
Middleton Family Scholarship in Computing and Financial Management
A scholarship, valued at $2,000, will be awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in Year Three or Four of the Computing and Financial Management program. Selection is based on strong academic achievement (minimum overall average of 80%), with preference going to students who demonstrate their leadership abilities through involvement in extracurricular activities. Interested students should apply by January 31st each year. This fund is made possible by a donation from David Middleton (BMath ’84).
W.I. Miller Mathematics/Teaching Scholarship
A scholarship, valued at $1,500, is awarded annually to a fourth-year student in Mathematics Co-op Teaching Option who has demonstrated academic excellence and who has also displayed, during co-op teaching terms, the promise of leadership in mathematics teaching. The award is given in memory of Wilfred Isaac Miller, who, following a distinguished teaching career in Ontario schools, was an assistant to the Dean and a Lecturer, Department of Combinatorics and Optimization, from 1967 to 1974.
NZ/C Actuarial Science Scholarship
Two annual scholarships, valued at up to $1,500 each, will be given to outstanding third- or fourth-year undergraduate students enrolled in the Actuarial Science program in the Faculty of Mathematics. Eligible candidates must demonstrate their interest in achieving their FCIA designation by having passed at least two of the professional examinations set by the Society of Actuaries or the Casualty Actuarial Society. Additional criteria include marks achieved at the University of Waterloo and active participation and leadership in volunteer activities of a civic nature. Interested students should submit an application by May 31st each year. This scholarship is funded by a graduate of the Actuarial Science program.
Friar Luca Pacioli Scholarship
One scholarship, valued at $1,000, is provided annually to a Mathematics Accountancy Studies student entering Year Two. The award is based on academic merit combined with contributions and involvement in extracurricular activities. Applications should be submitted during the 1B term.
Friar Luca Pacioli Fellowships
Two fellowships, valued at $1,500 each, are provided annually: one to a Mathematics Accountancy Studies student entering Year Three and one to a Mathematics Accountancy Studies student entering Year Four. The fellowship is based on academic merit combined with contributions and involvement in extracurricular activities. Each recipient will be required to provide a maximum of eight hours per week of teaching/research assistance for Faculty for one of their two terms. Selection of the term will be at the discretion of the recipient. Fellows will be allocated to faculty members based upon their requests for teaching/research assistance for a specific term. Applications should be submitted during the 2B/3B terms.
Piquard Family Scholarship
A scholarship, valued at $1,500, is awarded annually to an outstanding undergraduate student enrolled in Year Two, Three or Four in the Faculty of Mathematics. Preference will be given to students who are persevering to obtain a degree while facing the challenges of a severe chronic medical condition and/or a physical disability. This fund is made possible by a donation from Nicolas Piquard in honour of the Piquard Family. Interested students should submit an application by October 31st.
Barry Reed Upper-Year Scholarship
A scholarship, valued at $1,000, is awarded annually to an outstanding undergraduate student enrolled in Year Two, Three or Four in the Faculty of Mathematics. This fund is made possible by a donation from Steve Shaw in honour of Barry Reed.
Rees-Botzang Scholarship
A scholarship, valued at $1,500, is awarded to an undergraduate student beyond Year One in the Faculty of Mathematics in recognition of outstanding academic achievement. The recipient will also have demonstrated some contribution to student life in the Faculty or in society through volunteer activities. Applications should be submitted by October 15th each year.
Ron Scoins Award for Excellence in Mathematics/Teaching
This $1,500 award will be presented annually to a student entering fourth year of the Mathematics Teaching Option who has demonstrated academic excellence with an affinity for teaching and a love of mathematical problem solving. The recipient is selected by the Director of the Math/Teaching Option and the Associate Dean, External Relations. This award honours the memory of Professor Ronald Scoins who made outstanding contributions to mathematics and mathematics education as a teacher of mathematics at both the secondary and university levels, as an instructor of mathematics teachers through service to GVMA, OAME, NCTM and other mathematics associations as well as through the writing of textbooks.
Side Effects Scholarships in Computer Science and Software Engineering
A scholarship, valued at up to $2,000, is awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in Year Three in the School of Computer Science or Software Engineering on the basis of academic excellence (minimum 80%) and demonstrated leadership. Interested students should submit an application by October 15. This fund is made possible by a donation from Side Effects Software Inc.
Stern Cohen Accountancy Studies Scholarship
One scholarship, valued at $500, is presented annually to an outstanding student enrolled in Accounting and Financial Management or Mathematics/Chartered Accountancy or Biotechnology/Chartered Accountancy. The scholarship is based on performance in AFM 101 and an overall average of 80% or better. This fund was established by Stern Cohen, Chartered Accountants, in recognition of their 30th Anniversary.
Sun Life Financial Scholarship
Two scholarships, valued at $10,000 each, are awarded annually to full-time undergraduate students enrolled in their 3A, 3B or 4A term in the Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science. The scholarship is awarded based on academic performance (80% mimimum average) completion of at least 2 SOA exams and demonstrated leadership. To renew the scholarship each term, the recipient must maintain an overall average of 80%. The value of the award will be split based on the number of academic terms the student has remaining. Interested students should submit an application by June 30th. This fund is made possible by a donation from Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada to support the growth and development of the next generation of actuaries.
Thomas R. Suttie Memorial Scholarship
One scholarship, valued at up to $2,500, will be made to an undergraduate student entering third year of Actuarial Science who has an above average academic standing. This scholarship has been established in honour of Thomas R. Suttie who was President and Chairman of the Board of Equitable Life Insurance Company of Canada.
John Hin Chung Tsang Memorial Scholarship
A scholarship, valued at $750, is available annually to a student entering second year of Honours Mathematics. Selection of candidates is based on academic achievement. The award has been endowed by Mrs. Pauline Tsang, through the Education Foundation of the Federation of Chinese Canadian Professionals of Ontario, in memory of Mr. John Hin Chung Tsang.
University of Waterloo Alumni@Towers Watson Actuarial Science Scholarship
A scholarship, valued at up to $2,000, is awarded annually to an outstanding undergraduate student enrolled in Year Two, Three or Four of the Actuarial Science program. Selection is based on academic achievement and no application is required. This fund is made possible by a donation from University of Waterloo alumni employed at Towers Watson.
Mike Vangoch Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship, valued at up to $1,000, is given in memory of the late Mike Vangoch, BMath '85, a graduate of the Pure Mathematics Department. It is presented annually to an outstanding fourth-year undergraduate student in Pure Mathematics. No application is necessary.
WATCOM Scholarship in Computer Science
A scholarship, valued at $6,000, awarded annually to a student entering second year of Honours Computer Science. The recipient will have a very strong academic record and will not have any other ongoing scholarship support. The value of the scholarship is $1,000 per term and is renewable for each of six academic terms until graduation, provided a cumulative average of 80% is maintained in Honours Computer Science.
Waterloo-Wellington Chartered Accountants Association Scholarships
Two scholarships, valued at $2,000 each, are presented annually to outstanding full-time undergraduate students from Waterloo Region or Wellington County who are entering Year Two in Accounting and Financial Management or Mathematics/Chartered Accountancy or Biotechnology/Chartered Accountancy. Selection is based upon academic achievement during Year One. No application is required.
R.A. Wentzell Memorial Award
An award, valued at $1,000, is awarded annually to the top female student at the completion of second year in Applied Mathematics. The award honours the memory of Professor Wentzell, who was a valued member of the Department of Applied Mathematics for over 20 years.
Women in Mathematics Undergraduate Scholarship
One or more scholarships, valued at $1,000 each, will be awarded to outstanding undergraduate female students who have completed the 3A term and are enrolled in any program in the Faculty of Mathematics. Selection is based on academic achievement.
Jessie W.H. Zou Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Research
An award, valued at a minimum of $1,000, is presented annually to an undergraduate student enrolled in his or her final year of any program within the Faculty of Mathematics. Students must have demonstrated excellence in research and have been nominated by a faculty member who has supervised that research.