Applied Mathematics scholarships and awards for undergraduate students

The Student Awards and Financial Aid Office at the University of Waterloo can provide you with further information regarding the   various scholarships and bursaries that are available.

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 Specialization or in Mathematical Physics who demonstrates academic excellence. This scholarship has been established in honour of the late Arthur Beaumont, Professor 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. No application is needed.

Lloyd Switzer Upper Year Scholarship in Applied Mathematics 

A scholarship, valued at $2,500, will be awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in Year Four in the Department of Applied Mathematics in the Faculty of Mathematics who obtains the top academic achievement at the end of Year Three. This fund is made possible by a donation from Lloyd Switzer, BMath 1988, to encourage students to pursue an education in Applied Mathematics at the University of Waterloo. The successful candidate will be chosen by the Associate Chair for Undergraduate Studies of the Applied Mathematics department. No application is needed.

R.A. Wentzell Memorial Scholarship

Two scholarships, valued at up to $500 each, are presented annually to the top male and top female students who are enrolled in Year Three in the Department of Applied Mathematics on the basis of academic excellence (minimum 80%). This fund has been created by family, friends, and faculty members of the Department of Applied Mathematics to honour the memory of Professor R. A. Wentzell who was a valued member of the Department of Applied Mathematics for over 20 years. No application is needed.

Hélène and Ray McLenaghan Award

One award, valued at up to $1,200, is provided annually to an outstanding undergraduate student entering third or fourth year in French Studies or Applied Mathematics. The recipient must have a minimum overall average of 75%, proven community involvement, and demonstrated financial need. This award is made possible by a donation from Professor Helene McLenaghan (Language Instructor, French Studies) and Professor Ray McLenaghan (Professor Emeritus, Applied Mathematics). Interested students should submit an application through the Student Awards & Financial Aid Office by October 15.

McLenaghan International Study Abroad Award

An award valued at $1,200 will be provided annually to a full-time undergraduate student who participates in an approved academic exchange or study-abroad term. Eligible candidates include: third-year students enrolled in a French Studies program travelling to France to study at the University of Nantes or other approved school; or third- and fourth-year students enrolled in a program in the Faculty of Mathematics, with preference to students in Applied Mathematics, studying at an approved school (in the United Kingdom, Europe or the United States). Selection will be based on academic achievement (minimum 75% overall average) and a personal letter describing planned learning outcomes. Financial need may also be considered. Preference will be given to students who will be travelling to an unfamiliar country where they will experience a different culture in a new learning environment. This award is made possible by a donation from Professor Helene McLenaghan (Language Instructor, French Studies) and Professor Ray McLenaghan (Professor Emeritus, Applied Mathematics), to encourage students to enhance their Waterloo studies with an international study experience. Interested students should submit an application through the Student Awards & Financial Aid Office by July 15.

Pino Tenti Memorial Scholarship

A scholarship, valued at up to $1,200, is awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in Year Three or Four in the Department of Applied Mathematics on the basis of academic excellence (minimum 80%). This fund is made possible by donations from family and friends in memory of Professor Pino Tenti.