Plan out your studies with Computing and Financial Management (CFM) by calculating the cost of your projected tuition and fees. Find out how you can continue to fund your studies once you're on campus.
Tuition and fees
Tuition and fees for the CFM program are available through Student Financial Services. Tuition costs change each term and are approved annually by the Board of Governers. See our tuition schedule for CFM and find our costs for domestic and internatuonal students. Our tuition costs are reported under "Undergraduate Fees Schedule" under both the Faculty of Mathematics and the Faculty of Arts.
Tuition costs for CFM increase starting in second year. All amounts are listed in Canadian dollars. The cost of housing and/or meal plans are not included in these totals.
Finance your education
The cost of education can be expensive but there are many ways that you can fund your studies.
Co-op
CFM offers 5-6 co-op work terms, or up to two years of paid work experience, to help cover the costs of your education. You can earn between $77 and $122K over 6 work terms, depending on the position and company you work for. Many of our students complete their program debt free from the salaries that they earn while on co-op!
Scholarships and bursaries
You may be eligible to receive scholarship and/or bursaries to financial support your first year of studies. You will be considered for most Waterloo scholarships when you apply but bursaries often require an application. Find out if you're eligible for consideration.
| Eligibility | Scholarship/Bursary | Amount(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 95%+ application average | President’s Scholarship of Distinction |
$2,000 Entrance Scholarship PLUS $1,500 International Experience Award AND/OR $1,500 Research Award |
| 90 - 94.9% application average | President’s Scholarship | $2,000 |
| 85 - 89.9% application average | Merit Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Academic average, Euclid Contest and/or Canadian Senior Math Contest and Admissions Information Form (AIF) | Computing and Financial Management Entrance Scholarship | $3,000 or $4,000 |
| Review eligibility requirements | University-wide scholarships | Varies |
| Review eligibility requirements | Waterloo bursaries | Varies |
Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)
The province of Ontario provides financial assistance (OSAP) for eligible students living in Ontario. We encourage you to see if you qualify. If you live outside of Ontario, you can learn about other Canadian and U.S. student loan programs.
Campus employment
The University of Waterloo employs over 4000 of its undergraduate and graduate students every year. Each term, jobs are available for students to apply.
Undergraduate Research Apprenticeship (URA)
Build your knowledge and skill set in paid research with a URA opportunity. You'll work alongside a professor to conduct actual research within the University. Positions are available part-time during your study term or for four months during co-op. Connect with a professor in any program or discipline at Waterloo to find out more about these opportunities.
Work-study program
The work-study program is a part-time employment option available to students who require assistance in covering their education-related costs. This opportunity is available to both domestic and international students.
Other
There are many different job opportunities in and around campus for you to find work. Find out all of the listings available through Waterloo.