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Welcome to Academic Advising in Statistics and Actuarial Science
We are happy to help you as you navigate your studies with us.
What is Academic Advising:
At the heart of our academic philosophy lies the core purpose of academic advising - empowering students to craft meaningful educational plans. Our mission revolves around fostering a tightly-knit and supportive community at Waterloo, where students are equipped to achieve their academic aspirations. Through advising, we enhance student learning and personal development, providing curricular insights, guiding them through exploration of opportunities, and facilitating open communication.
Our academic advisors are a team of dedicated staff and faculty members who embody knowledge, approachability, and accessibility. They serve as a guiding light for students, motivating, encouraging, and providing support throughout their academic journey. With a wealth of experience, our advisors create a nurturing and inclusive environment where every student feels at ease sharing their concerns and challenges.
Before you read further...
The Mathematics Undergraduate Office (MUO) provides support to all first-year and undeclared Mathematics students. The Co-operative education office can help navigate everything related to co-op.
Continue reading for advising specific to Actuarial Science, Financial Analysis and Risk Management, and Statistics.
Statistics and Actuarial Science advising information:
For questions, enquiries and support:
- Please check the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) as your question may be answered there.
- These undergraduate program sheets were created to help you plan your courses and understand your degree requirements.
- See the table below to see if your question can be answered by email or by talking with an academic advisor.
Note: Whenever you e-mail us, please always include your student ID and program(s).
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How do I add: ACTSC major, joint, minor BIOSTAT major STAT major, joint, minor? |
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First, ensure you meet the admission requirements. Then, email a completed plan modification form to our advisors. We suggest you read the FAQ. |
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How do I add the Data Science (BMath) major? |
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First review the Data Science FAQ. |
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What courses do I still need to graduate? |
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First review program requirements on your own using:
Note: make sure you are checking requirements for the correct plan year. If you are in your 4th year, you can email the advisors to request a grad check. Advisors will not complete a grad check if you are in 3B or earlier. |
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During course selection, email us a completed course selection override form. At any other time, email us a completed course override form. |
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I want a course override for a course that is not STAT, ACTSC or ENGL 378. |
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Email the advisor of the program that owns the course, i.e. for a CS course, contact the CS advisors. |
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I want to change my co-op sequence. |
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Review information about changing your co-op sequence. Email a completed co-op sequence change form to advisors. |
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I want to speak directly to an advisor about co-op. |
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Email the math co-op advisors. |
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I want to file a petition. |
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Start by completing this form to submit your problem to the advisors. Based on your submission, a virtual appointment will be scheduled for you if deemed necessary. |
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I'm not in a good place mentally. Can I talk to an advisor who can point me to mental health resources? |
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Please come and talk with us, either virtually or in-person. For additional support, visit: Counselling Services or Health Services. |
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I'm doing poorly in a course and want to talk with an advisor about my options. |
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Please come and talk with us. |
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I have questions about the Professional Actuarial Societies/Designations/Accreditation. |
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First review the information on accreditation and exemptions by CIA, SOA and CAS. If you still have questions, email the SAS advisors. |
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You can email the SAS advisors or talk with us, virtually or in-person. |
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I want to connect with a STAT advisor. |
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You can email the SAS advisors or talk with us, virtually or in-person. |
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I want to connect with a Data Science (BMath) advisor. |
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You can email the SAS advisors or talk with Riley when he's available. |
Financial Analysis and Risk Management advising information:
For questions, enquiries and support:
- Please check the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) as your question may be answered there.
- These undergraduate program sheets were created to help you plan your courses and understand your degree requirements.
- See the table below to see if your question can be answered by email or by talking with an academic advisor.
Note: Whenever you e-mail us, please always include your student ID and program(s).
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I am in first year. How do I get into FARM? |
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First review the FARM admission requirements. If you meet the requirements, fill out a plan modification form and email it to FARM advisors. |
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How do I add: ACTSC major, joint, minor? STAT major, joint, minor? X major, joint, minor? |
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First review the requirements for your desired plan. You may need to contact the respective department advisor(s) for information. You can find the STAT and ACTSC requirements here. Then email a completed plan modification form to the advisors. We suggest you read the FAQ. |
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How do I add the Data Science (BMath) major? |
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First review the Data Science FAQ. Note this is a stand-alone plan, meaning you cannot add another major/joint and would be required to drop FARM. |
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I want a course override for a COMM or MATHBUS course. |
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During course selection or the add/drop period, email the FARM advisors. |
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I want a course override for a course that is not COMM or MATBUS. |
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Email the advisor of the program that owns the course, i.e. for a CS course, contact the CS advisors. For an ECON course, contact the ECON advisors. etc. Contact details for advisors in the Faculty of Math. Contact details for advisors for non-math courses (ECON, AFM, HRM, etc.). |
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I want to change my co-op sequence. |
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Review information about changing your co-op sequence. Make sure the courses you have left are offered in your specified study terms. Email a completed co-op sequence change form to the FARM and co-op advisors. |
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I want to speak directly to an advisor about co-op. |
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Email the math co-op advisors. |
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What courses do I still need to graduate? |
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First review program requirements on your own using:
Note: make sure you are checking requirements for the correct plan year. If you are in your 4th year, you can email the advisors to request a grad check. Advisors will not complete a grad check if you are in 3B or earlier. |
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I'm doing poorly in a course and want to talk with an advisor about my options. |
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Please come and talk with us. |
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I'm not in a good place mentally. Can I talk to an advisor who can point me to mental health resources? |
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Please come and talk with us, either virtually or in-person. For additional support, visit: Counselling Services or Health Services. |
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I want to file a petition. |
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Start by completing this form to submit your problem to the advisors. Based on your submission, a virtual appointment will be scheduled for you if deemed necessary. |
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I am on a study/work permit and want to extend my studies. |
N/A | N/A | Contact the Immigration Consultants to find out how you can extend your study/work permit. |
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I want to take 1-3 terms off. |
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You can take maximum 3 terms off consecutively. If you are in the co-op program, your sequence may be affected. Talk to your advisor before taking your term off. Note: if you are on a study permit you must talk to Immigration Consulting. |
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I want to connect with a FARM advisor. |
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You can e-mail the FARM advisors or talk with us, virtually or in-person. |
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I have questions about the PRM or CFA designations. |
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First visit the PRMIA or CFAI website. If you still have questions, email the FARM advisors. |