Academic Advising & Planning
The Department of Statistical Sciences is committed to providing academic support to our students throughout the duration of their undergraduate studies. Our undergraduate office can provide all students interested in studying statistical sciences or actuarial science with advice on course selection, program admission, research and experiential learning opportunities, and ways to get involved in the statistics community.
If at any point you feel distressed, please visit this page for important contact information.
If you need academic support for the Data Science Specialist or JSC courses, please visit the Department of Computer Science in the Bahen Building, Room 4207, 40 St. George Street or email cs.undergrad@utoronto.ca. More information about their Academic Advising services can be found here.
Please visit the Campus Supports & Resources page to learn more about student supports and resources outside of the Department of Statistical Sciences.
Email & In-Person Drop-In Supports
For support with the Statistical Science Specialists, Major and Minor, Applied Data Science Minor or STA courses, contact us by email at ug.statistics@utoronto.ca. For support with Actuarial Science programs or ACT courses, email us at ug.actsci@utoronto.ca.
Alternatively, you may drop in, in person, to 700 University Avenue, 9th Floor, Ontario Power Building, Room 9007 at the following times:
- Mondays from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- Tuesdays from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
- Wednesdays from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Thursdays from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Academic Advising Appointments
Visit this MS Bookings page to book an appointment with an Undergraduate Assistant:
- Dania Waseem will be available on Tuesdays from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
- Carling Tedesco will be available on Thursdays from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
Availabilities are subject to change, so check this website periodically for updates.
Stats Chats With Prof. Nathan Taback
Drop in for informal conversations with the Associate Chair, Undergraduate Statistical Sciences, about Statistical Science Specialists, Major and Minor, Applied Data Science Minor or STA courses.
PLEASE NOTE: Stats Chats will end on November 27, 2025.
When: Thursdays from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Where: 700 University Avenue, 9th Floor, Room 9088
Bring your questions about:
- Exploring courses and programs
- Academic and career pathways in statistics
- Research, internships, and opportunities
- Big picture advising and guidance
Not the place for:
- Actuarial Science/ACT courses
- Waitlist requests
- Mark changes or appeals
- Policy exceptions
Career Exploration & Education
Megan Whitehead-Douglas, M.Ed., is our Manager, Employer Relations & Career Development. If you would like to speak to Megan about career planning, your career goals, mentorship, internships and more, please contact her directly at megan.whitehead@utoronto.ca. Provide the following information: your program(s), your year of study, and multiple dates and times that you’d like to meet. Please allow up to 3 business days for a response.