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PhD or MSc in Computer Science
Open positions
I am always looking for talented domestic students to join my lab. However, I am not recruiting international students at this time due to Canada's introduction of study permit caps. Read more about these changes.
How to apply
- Read over Ontario Tech's 6-step admissions process to confirm your eligiblity.
- Write me an email that briefly describes your background, research interests, experience, and the degree you would like to pursue. Please include a copy of your CV and unofficial transcripts. If you are an international student, please also include the results of your English language proficiency exam (e.g., IELTS or TOEFL) [read more].
Additional program information
Funding
In addition to the guarenteed stipend, all applicants are encouraged to apply for scholarships to further support their living situation. Read more about at Ontario Tech.
Below are the major awards available to domestic and international students. A full list of available scholarships can be found at Ontario Tech's Graduate student awards. All awards are competitive, and are mostly based on your CGPA. Generally, domestic students are: Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada or a Protected Person.
Domestic students
| Award | Degree | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Canada Graduate Scholarships | PhD | $40,000 per year, for up to three years |
| Canada Graduate Scholarships | MSc | $27,000 for 12 months, non-renewable |
| Vector Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence | MSc | $17,500 for one year |
| Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) | PhD/MSc | $15,000 annually or $5,000 per term for a minimum of two terms and a maximum of three terms. |
| Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship | PhD | $50,000 per year for up to three years |
| Dean's entrance scholarhip | PhD | $4500 per year |
| Dean's entrance scholarhip | MSc | $3000 per year |
Domestic students may also be eligible to apply for financial aid through the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).
International students
| Award | Degree | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate International Tuition Scholarship (GITS) | PhD | $10,000 per year for up to four years |
| Vector Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence | MSc | $17,500 for one year |
| Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) | PhD/MSc | $15,000 annually or $5,000 per term for a minimum of two terms and a maximum of three terms. |
| Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship | PhD | $50,000 per year for up to three years |
| Dean's entrance scholarhip | PhD | $4500 per year |
| Dean's entrance scholarhip | MSc | $3000 per year |
International students are also eligible for OGS - "International students who are studying in Ontario with a student study permit under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Canada) are eligible for the allotted international student award."
Fees
Ontario Tech charges tuition and ancillary fees for students persuing graduate studies. Tuition fees cover basic scholarhip. Ancillary fees cover university services such as healthare and recreation; you can can opt-out of some of these fees. The yearly value varies by degree and residency status.
Table 1. Tuition fees
| Degree | Residency | Yearly fee | More info |
|---|---|---|---|
| PhD | Domestic | $7,579 | Read more |
| MSc | Domestic | $7,579 | Read more |
| PhD | International | $19,166 | Read more |
| MSc | International | $20,124 | Read more |
Table 2. Ancillary fees
| Degree | Residency | Yearly fee | More info |
|---|---|---|---|
| PhD | Domestic | $2,048 | Read more |
| MSc | Domestic | $2,048 | Read more |
| PhD | International | $3,560 | Read more |
| MSc | International | $3,560 | Read more |
News for International students
In October 2024, Canada introduced changes to its International Student Program, capping the number of study permits for two years. Beginning in 2024, the number of study permits issued will drop by 35 per cent, and reduced a further 10% in 2025. That level will be maintained for 2026. Master’s and doctoral students, previously exempt, will be folded into the capped numbers in 2025, but will have 12 per cent of spots reserved just for them. My province of Ontario is particularly effected by these caps. You can read more about these changes here and here.
Due of these changes I am not recruiting international students.