Congratulations to all the following Master of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (MDSAI) and Master of Mathematics (MMath) in Data Science who have been awarded either of these awards or scholarships since the inception of the Data Science graduate programs.
Data Science Director's Awards
The Data Science Director's Awards was established in 2023, to honor the remarkable achievements of our students in the following categories and is awarded yearly to the graduating class during June Convocation.
- Director's Award for Academic Achievement
- Director’s Award for Excellence in Research
- Director’s Award for Student Service
- Director’s Award for Exceptional Co-op Work Report
Master of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (MDSAI) Graduate Scholarship
The Master of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (MDSAI) Graduate Scholarship is valued at $17,500 and is awarded to graduate students registered full time in the Master of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (MDSAI) program in the Faculty of Mathematics at the University of Waterloo. Eligibility is automatically determined each year through the admission application to the program, focusing on academic excellence (a minimum cumulative average of 80% or equivalent).
Scotiabank Graduate Scholarship in Data Science
The Scotiabank Graduate Scholarship in Data Science is valued at up to $10,000 and seeks to honor individuals who identify as Black, Indigenous, or of Latin American ethnic or cultural backgrounds, and who have demonstrated academic excellence (with a cumulative average of 80% or higher in their completed or ongoing postsecondary studies). Interested students must submit their applications by the annual deadline in April to be considered for this opportunity. Learn more about the application process.
Vector Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence
The Vector Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence is valued at $17,500 and is a merit-based entrance award aimed at recognizing exceptional candidates pursuing a master's or who are following an individualized study path that is demonstrably AI-focused.