Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] (Mathematics and Statistics)
Field of Study:
CA$18,838/Yr
- Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics and Statistics at York University is offered as a 4-year teaching program.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis only.
- The programs are dedicated to the exploration and development of new ideas in mathematics and statistics, and to fostering an understanding, appreciation, and utility of those ideas.
- The university provides various degree such as:
- Master of Arts (MA, 3 terms)
- Master of Science (MSc, 6 terms)
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD, 12 terms)
- The researchers provide a tailored program for students completing their doctorates. Students choose to work with a supervisor in an area of pure math, applied math, or statistics.
- Students also have the opportunity to complete a graduate diploma.
- The course requirement of the program is 8 half courses (24 credits) in their field of specialization.
- Students have to complete their specialization in one of the following courses and write comprehensive examinations in subjects appropriate to their chosen specialization.
- Applied Mathematics
- Pure Mathematics
- Statistics
- Students choosing the statistics specialization are also required to complete a statistical consulting requirement.
- The specialization requirement is that students much complete a short oral examination.
- For completing a doctoral thesis, students will be required to complete and successfully defend a thesis constituting a significant contribution to their chosen field of the study.
- Most full-time students are offered financial support in the form of some combination of the Teaching assistantship, Research assistantship, and Scholarship and bursaries.
- The department has a number of research groups with interests in the theoretical underpinnings of mathematics and statistics.
- The average salary of the program is 57,000 USD.
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | CA$18838 (CAD 18838) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Housing | CA$5326 (CAD 5326) |
Food | CA$3937 (CAD 3937) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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2021 | CA$14220 (CAD 14220) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must complete a Master's degree from a recognized university.
- A GPA of at least 3.33 (B+ grade) out of 4.33 is required to be eligible for the program.
- Students should hold an English Proficiency Test score.
Indian Student Eligibility
Indian students are eligible to apply if they have any one of the following certificates:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a 3-year UG degree from an accredited institution.
Submission of GRE scores is compulsory for this program, however, it is recommended to submit a minimum 300+ score for a better chance of admission.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
The above requirements are the minimum requirements and do not guarantee admission. The admissions committee will consider all evidence in the file and decide. To know more about the requirem…. Read More
Scores Required
Required Document List
Following Documents are required to attend this program:
- Online application form: Students have to submit an online application form at the official website.
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Statement of Purpose: An essay or other written statement written by the student.
- Academic Documents: Submit copies of official transcripts from post-secondary institutions attended.
- Three letters of recommendation: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
- Sample of written work: Student has to write something interesting as their sample essay in the application form.
- Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities are:
- Mathematicians
- Statisticians
- Actuaries
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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Ontario Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 10,847/Yr$10,847 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Australian Government Research Training Program | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
Ms. Agatha Harrison Memorial Fellowship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 33,115/Yr$33,115 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
QS scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific |
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