Research Opportunities
The Department of Statistical Sciences is seeking applicants interested in conducting a summer research project under faculty supervision. Projects will take place for 16 weeks from May to August 2026. All students who are currently enrolled in a Department of Statistical Sciences (DoSS) Specialist or Major program and who have completed STA302H1 with at least a B+ by the time of application are eligible to be considered for one of these awards. You will be asked to rank your top 3 projects. Students will be considered based on their academic record, experience, and statement of research interest. Students who are shortlisted for specific projects may be invited for an interview with the prospective supervisor.
Funded Research Opportunities
Undergraduate Student Research Awards (USRA)
Funded by: Natural Sciences and Engineering Council of Canada (NSERC)
Duration: 16 weeks
Value: $7,500
Deadline: February 12th at 11:59M
Undergraduate Student Research Awards (USRA) help fund 16 weeks of research under the supervision of a faculty member. USRA are meant to stimulate undergraduate students' interest in natural sciences and engineering research, encourage students to undertake graduate studies and pursue a research career in one of the fields that fall under the natural sciences and engineering umbrella.
Available research projects for Summer 2026
Student Eligibility:
- Must be an undergraduate student currently enrolled in a Department of Statistical Sciences Specialist or Major program.
- Currently registered full-time or part-time student at the time of application.
- Must have completed STA302 with at least a B+ grade.
How to submit your application: Summer 2026 Awards Application
If you have any questions regarding these awards, please contact ug.statistics@utoronto.ca
Funded by: University of Toronto, Vice-President Research and Innovation
Duration: 14 weeks
Value: $7,500
Deadline: February 12th at 11:59M
The University of Toronto Excellence Award (UTEA) program provides undergraduate students from both the Natural Sciences & Engineering (NSE) and the Social Sciences & Humanities (SSH) with funding to conduct summer research projects under the supervision of U of T faculty members. Research projects are 14 full weeks in the summer term, between May 1 and September 30, 2025.
Available research projects for Summer 2026
Student Eligibility:
- Must be an undergraduate student currently enrolled in a Department of Statistical Sciences Specialist or Major program.
- Currently registered full-time or part-time student at the time of application.
- Must have completed STA302 with at least a B+ grade.
How to submit your application: Summer 2026 Awards Application
If you have any questions regarding these awards, please contact ug.statistics@utoronto.ca
Funded by: Department of Statistical Sciences
Value: $2,000
Deadline: February 12th at 11:59M
Summer Undergraduate Research Award (SURA) will take place over the summer months. The award is open to all students who are currently enrolled in a Department of Statistical Sciences (DoSS) Specialist or Major program and who have completed STA302 with at least a B+ by the time of application.
Available research projects for Summer 2026
Student Eligibility:
- Must be an undergraduate student currently enrolled in a Department of Statistical Sciences Specialist or Major program.
- Currently registered full-time or part-time student at the time of application.
- Must have completed STA302 with at least a B+ grade.
How to submit your application: Summer 2026 Awards Application
If you have any questions regarding these awards, please contact ug.statistics@utoronto.ca
Non-Funded Research, Seminar or Project Opportunities
If you would like to gain research experience while working one-on-one with our faculty, consider enrolling in one of our independent reading courses: STA496H1/STA497H1. It's a great opportunity to work independently, hone your research skills and benefit from mentorship.
TBD For Summer 2026.
For information about our independent reading courses, check out the Faculty of Arts & Science Calendar STA courses page.
STA490Y1 – Statistical Consultation, Communication, and Collaboration
If you would like to develop skills in the collaborative practice of Statistics through case studies and collaboration with researchers in other disciplines, consider applying for STA490Y1.
TBD For Fall/Winter 2026-2027
STA492H1 – Seminar in Statistical Science
Consider applying for STA492H1 if you want to explore novel influential ideas and current research topics in statistics through readings and discussion.
TBD For Fall/Winter 2026-2027
For information on the courses above, visit the Faculty of Arts & Science Calendar STA courses page.
Scholarships & Awards
There's a wide range of scholarships and awards available to U of T undergrad students. Have a look at the Faculty of Arts & Science scholarship website to learn more. Below, please find a selection of scholarships and awards specifically for statistics and actuarial science undergrad students.
The following scholarships are available to U of T statistical sciences undergrad students and require students to submit an application.
Established by: SCiAN Services Inc.
Value: $2,500
This award will automatically be given to the third-year student with the best grade point average in the Applied Statistics Specialist or Statistics Specialist programs.
Established by: Samuel Beatty Fund and through donations from the family, friends and colleagues of Samuel Beatty
Deadline: announced by department
These scholarships are given to students in second, third or fourth year, taking a specialist program offered by the Departments of Mathematics, Physics, Statistical Sciences or Computer Science. Specialist students in Actuarial Science or Statistical Sciences are eligible. Awards will be given based on academic performance during the previous year and based on need. Contact ug.statistics@utoronto.ca for more information.