The application period for the Vector Scholarship in AI 2024-2025 cycle is now open.
The Master of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence and Master of Mathematics in Data Science programs have been recognized by the Vector Institute as a core-AI related program. This implies that students in the program can apply for Vector Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence (worth $17,500) using a streamlined process.
Our internal application deadline for the open scholarships is set for March 4, 2024 at 11:59pm. Interested students must submit the following documentation:
- Copies of all up-to-date transcripts (undergraduate and graduate, if applicable);
- Students who submit unofficial transcripts will be required to submit official transcripts if selected as scholarship recipients
- Two references using the Referee Form, at least one of which is academic;
- Complete Referee Forms should be sent by the referee directly to the Data Science Grad Office and not to the student.
- An up-to-date one to two-page CV
- A 250-word statement outlining your reason for pursuing a master’s in AI, relevant AI-related experience, and career aspirations
- Self-Identification Form;
- If your GPA in the last two years of study is below A-, rationale for consideration of your nomination (i.e. describing extenuating circumstances)
Applicants must submit all listed documentation to ds.grad.admin@uwaterloo.ca before the deadline for consideration. A reminder that the referee must send the referee form directly to the Data Science Grad Office and not to the student.
Webinar February 14, 2024: To learn more about benefits for recipients, the eligibility criteria and nomination process, and what a strong nomination package looks like, please join the informational webinar hosted by the Vector Institute for prospective students on February 14, 2024 at 12 p.m. Register here. There is also additional information on the Vector Institute's scholarship webpage.
If you have any questions please contact the Data Science Grad Office.