Mathematics
Pure reasoning at the highest level - opens doors in AI, finance, cryptography, and research.
Mathematics trains students in proof-writing, abstract reasoning, and quantitative analysis across pure and applied tracks. Waterloo's mathematics faculty is world-class. The degree opens doors to actuarial science, quantitative finance, AI research, cryptography, and graduate mathematics.
Admission Average
high 80s to low 90s; CEMC contest scores are relevant at Waterloo (Tier 2 (85-91%))
Typical High School Prerequisites
- English
- Advanced Functions
- Calculus & Vectors
- One additional U/M course
- Strong CEMC contest performance helps at Waterloo
Skills You'll Build
- Proof Writing & Logic
- Abstract Reasoning
- Mathematical Modelling
- Programming (for applied tracks)
- Precision Communication
Program Facts
- Typical length: 4 years
- Co-op available: Yes
- Graduate school: Common path
- Demand outlook: Stable Growth
Top Universities
- University of Waterloo – Waterloo, ON
- University of Toronto – Toronto, ON
- University of British Columbia – Vancouver, BC
- McGill University – Montreal, QC
- Queen's University – Kingston, ON
Careers This Major Leads To
- Actuary – Entry $80,000
- Data Scientist – Entry $80,000
- AI / Machine Learning Engineer – Entry $95,000
- Research Scientist – Entry $60,000