Degrees

Degrees Granted

Degrees Granted

Definition

Count of Bachelor's, Master's and PhD degrees granted in the most recent five calendar years

Data Sources

University of Waterloo student administration system

Inclusions and Exclusions
  • Inclusions:
    • Any degree recorded within the student administration system
    • Degree year is based on degree conferred date (the majority of degrees are conferred on or around the convocation date)
  • Exclusions: diplomas and certificates

Data Table
Degree Level 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012
PhD 214 217 237 263 267
Master's 874 1,042 1,276 1,288 1,275
Bachelor's 4,751 4,170 4,451 4,993 5,233
Grand Total 5,839 5,429 5,964 6,544 6,775