OpenFieldWaterloo PhD in Computer Science & Quantum Information
One of the world's leading computer science doctoral programs, offering cutting-edge research in quantum computing, artificial intelligence, systems, algorithms, and cryptography.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or closely related discipline with at least an A- (80%) average.
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 7.5 overall (7.0 in writing and speaking) or TOEFL iBT 100.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- General GRE required for international applicants who completed degrees outside Canada.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Prior peer-reviewed research papers or Master's thesis in computer science.
- Recommendation letters
- Three confidential academic references.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Guaranteed minimum funding of CAD $28,500/year for 4 years through research assistantships, teaching assistantships, and scholarships
- Application fee
- CAD $125 graduate application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Tuition offset provided through IDSA and departmental base funding.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027 (Fall admission cycle deadline; earlier application advised)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Waterloo documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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