Review the admission requirements and make sure you’re aware of deadlines
While every effort is made to accommodate students, submitting an application by the deadline does not guarantee acceptance or a seat in the desired course session.
Take the Quantitative Proficiency Test
Once you have created your account, you'll be prompted to take the Quantitative Proficiency Test to determine your mathematical and statistical proficiency as well as basic Python knowledge. It may take up to two hours and must be completed in one sitting, so make sure you have enough time before you begin.
Students with undergraduate experience in mathematics and programming have the best rates of success in the Program. Those qualified, interested, and committed from a wide range of fields are encouraged to apply.
Undergraduate degree in a technical discipline such as physics, mathematics, computer science, engineering, or economics
Experience with analyzing datasets
Knowledge of linear algebra, probability, and statistics
Thorough knowledge of Python programming
Experience in other programming languages such as R, C++, Java, etc.
Experience with Discrete Optimization
Relevant work experience in financial management, banking, quantitative trading, algorithmic trading, data analytics, etc.
WQU’s MScFE Program is completely free for all students accepted into the Program.
A completed bachelor’s degree
Passing score (75% or above) on Quantitative Proficiency Test
Government-Issued Photo ID (e.g., national ID card, passport, or driver’s license)
Official transcripts from highest college/university degree earned¹ (Bachelor’s degree required)
Proof of English proficiency (Duolingo English Test, TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE scores, etc.)²
Completed online application with all required documents
