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Wilfrid Laurier University

Wilfrid Laurier University is a prestigious institution of higher education located in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. The university is renowned for its high quality education, academic reputation, and diversity of study programs.

Canada, Waterloo
One of Canada's leaders
Acceptance rate - 89%
Number of students - 20,000 Number of students - 20,000
Foreign students - 6% Foreign students - 6%
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#29 in Canada QS World University Rankings
#275 in Regional Research QS World University Rankings

Quick Facts

One of Canada's leaders One of Canada's leaders
Acceptance rate - 89% Acceptance rate - 89%
Number of students - 20,000 Number of students - 20,000
Foreign students - 6% Foreign students - 6%

About University

Founded in 1911, Wilfrid Laurier University is one of Canada's leading universities, offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs in a variety of fields including business, economics, science, arts, social sciences, education, music, health and more.
Wilfrid Laurier University is known for its academic approach that emphasizes learning through research, practical training, and interaction with the professional community. The learning process is based on a careful combination of theoretical knowledge with practical application, which promotes the development of critical thinking, analytical skills, and creative problem solving.

Academic Programs

Taught in English

Health and Social Sciences

3+ programs
Bachelor of Public Policy Bachelor of Psychology Bachelor of Social Work

Arts and Humanities

3+ programs
Bachelor of Communication Studies Bachelor of Arts with various specializations such as History, Literature, Political Science Bachelor of Music

Business and Economics

9+ programs
Bachelor of Marketing Bachelor of Risk Management and Insurance Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Economics Bachelor of Finance Bachelor of Supply Chain Management Bachelor of International Business Bachelor of Business Technology Management Bachelor of Accounting

Science

3+ programs
Bachelor of Science with various specializations such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics Bachelor of Mathematics Bachelor of Computer Science

Education

1+ programs
Bachelor of Education with various specializations such as Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Special Education

Intakes & Deadlines

Available intake periods for application

Closed

Fall 2025

Fall 2025

Deadline: 31 Mar, 2025
Closed
Open

Fall 2026

Fall 2026

Deadline: 31 Mar, 2026
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Admission Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

Basic Requirements

GPA

3.5

English Language Level

IELTS

6.5

TOEFL iBT

85

How to Enroll

Follow these steps to apply Wilfrid Laurier University

1

Selecting a program

The first step is to choose a program of study that suits your interests and career goals. The university offers a variety of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in a variety of fields.

2

Checking requirements

Check the admission requirements for your chosen program on the official Wilfrid Laurier University website. This typically includes submitting a high school diploma or equivalent, standardized test scores (such as the SAT or ACT), letters of recommendation, and essays.

3

Filling out the application

Apply for admission to your chosen program through the Wilfrid Laurier University online portal. This is usually done on the university's official website. Make sure you provide all the necessary documents and information.

4

Payment of the registration fee

Payment of the registration fee of $95

5

Providing additional documents

Depending on the program and university requirements, additional documents such as letters of recommendation, portfolios, or additional tests may be required.

6

Waiting for a decision

After submitting your application and providing all the necessary documents, all that remains is to wait for the admission decision. The university will contact you by email or through the online portal to notify you of the result.

Cost of Study

Full breakdown of tuition and living costs

Annual tuition fee
$32,251/year
Includes academic materials
Housing (per year)
$8,000/year
Nutrition (per year)
$3,600/year
Transport (per year)
$2,700/year
Other (per year)
$3,800/year
Scholarships
• Scholarship from the university

Campus Life

Facilities and student experience

• Wilfrid Laurier University Library

World-class facility

• Wilfrid Laurier University Auditoriums

World-class facility

• Wilfrid Laurier University Campus

World-class facility