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Why Choose Wilfrid Laurier University?
#1 Career Services in Canada
Laurier’s Career Centre has been recognised by CERIC as the most impressive career services model in the country, based on peer evaluation rather than internal ranking. The centre delivers over 700 workshops and events each year and runs the International Student Work Experience Program (ISWEP), which allows international students to gain paid on-campus work experience from their first year, helping them build practical skills early in their degree.
99% Co-op Employment Rate
Laurier’s co-op programme spans more than 40 undergraduate disciplines and recorded a 99% employment rate in 2024/25. Students typically complete 8 to 16 months of paid work experience, supported by a network of over 1,000 employers offering more than 6,000 roles annually. This strong employment record helps international students build Canadian work experience, which is valuable for both PGWP eligibility and long-term PR pathways.
Strong Graduate Outcomes for International Students
Graduate outcomes at Laurier are consistently strong, with over 89% of international graduates in 2023 either employed or pursuing further study. The overall placement rate for all graduates stands at 96%, which compares favourably to the Canadian national average of 88.6% for international student employment outcomes. These figures reflect actual post-graduation results and indicate strong career readiness.
Substantial Scholarships with Tuition Stability
Laurier offers a wide range of scholarships and bursaries, ranked 6th in Canada by Maclean’s 2025 rankings. Entrance scholarships start at $1,500 for students with an 80% average and go up to $6,000 for 95% and above, while major awards like the Laurier Scholars Award can reach $40,000. The Stay Golden International Scholarship offers up to $20,000–$25,000 along with a housing guarantee, and tuition increases are capped at 5% annually, providing better financial predictability over the duration of the degree.
Waterloo Tech Hub and Double Degree Opportunities
Laurier is located in Waterloo, one of Canada’s leading technology hubs, offering strong access to startups and global companies. The university also offers unique double-degree programmes in partnership with University of Waterloo, allowing students to combine a Laurier BBA with a Computer Science or Mathematics degree. This combination opens pathways into careers in technology, finance and data-driven fields, with integrated co-op experience enhancing employability.
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Waterloo campus
Located in the heart of Waterloo's university district; home to Lazaridis Hall (business and economics), the main library (individual study focused), 21 residence buildings with 3,738 beds, and a vibrant student community
Brantford and Milton campuses
Urban and suburban settings for selected Arts, Liberal Arts, Social Work and UX Design programmes; WLIC pathway college is based in Brantford
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Course Highlights
Business and Management — Lazaridis School of Business and Economics
|
Programme |
Credential |
Duration |
Fees/Year (CAD) |
Intakes |
|
Business Administration |
BBA (Honours) |
4 years (co-op available) |
$35,478 – $40,209 |
Mainly September |
|
Business Technology Management |
BBTM |
4 years (co-op available) |
~$35,478 – $40,209 |
Mainly September |
|
Economics |
BA |
4 years (co-op available) |
~$33,220 – $35,796 |
September; January (selected) |
|
Economics and Accounting |
BA |
4 years (co-op available) |
~$33,220 – $35,796 |
September |
|
Economics and Data Analytics |
BA |
4 years |
~$33,220 – $35,796 |
September |
|
Economics and Financial Management |
BA |
4 years |
~$33,220 – $35,796 |
September |
|
Financial Mathematics and Analytics |
BA or BSc |
4 years (co-op available) |
~$33,220 – $35,796 |
September |
|
BBA (Laurier) and Computer Science (University of Waterloo) |
BBA + BCS double degree |
5 years (co-op mandatory) |
$68,510 per year |
September |
|
BBA (Laurier) and Mathematics (University of Waterloo) |
BBA + BMath double degree |
5 years (co-op mandatory) |
$57,368 per year |
September |
|
BBA (Laurier) and Computer Science (Laurier) |
BBA + BSc double degree (Laurier only) |
5 years (co-op available) |
$35,478 – $40,209 |
September |
Computing and Data Science
|
Programme |
Credential |
Duration |
Fees/Year (CAD) |
Intakes |
|
Computer Science (Waterloo or Milton) |
BSc |
4 years (co-op available) |
$33,220 – $35,796 |
September |
|
Computer Science (Brantford, Waterloo or Milton) |
BA |
4 years (co-op available) |
~$33,220 |
September |
|
Data Science |
BSc |
4 years (co-op available) |
$33,220 – $35,796 |
September |
|
Computer Science and Physics |
BSc |
4 years (co-op available) |
$33,220 – $35,796 |
September |
|
Computer Science and Psychology |
BSc |
4 years (co-op available) |
$33,220 – $35,796 |
September |
|
Game Design and Development and Computer Science |
BA |
4 years (co-op available) |
~$33,220 |
September |
Health Sciences and Kinesiology
|
Programme |
Credential |
Duration |
Fees/Year (CAD) |
Intakes |
|
Health Sciences |
BSc |
4 years |
$33,220 – $35,796 |
September |
|
Applied Health Sciences |
BASc |
4 years |
~$33,220 |
September |
|
Kinesiology |
BKIN |
4 years (co-op available) |
$33,220 – $35,796 |
September |
|
Health Studies / Health Management |
BA |
4 years |
~$33,220 |
September |
Arts, Media and Design
|
Programme |
Credential |
Duration |
Fees/Year (CAD) |
Intakes |
|
Communication Studies |
BA |
4 years |
~$33,220 |
September; January (selected) |
|
Film Studies |
BA |
4 years |
~$33,220 |
September |
|
Cultural Studies |
BA |
4 years |
~$33,220 |
September |
|
English |
BA |
4 years |
~$33,220 |
September |
|
History |
BA |
4 years |
~$33,220 |
September |
|
Global Studies |
BA |
4 years |
~$33,220 |
September |
|
Religion and Culture |
BA |
4 years |
~$33,220 |
September |
|
Languages |
BA |
4 years |
~$33,220 |
September |
|
Criminology |
BA |
4 years (co-op available) |
~$33,220 |
September |
|
Human Rights and Restorative Justice |
BA |
4 years |
~$33,220 |
September |
|
Law and Society |
BA |
4 years |
~$33,220 |
September |
|
Indigenous Studies |
BA |
4 years |
~$33,220 |
September |
|
Game Design and Development |
BA |
4 years (co-op available) |
~$33,220 |
September |
|
User Experience Design |
BDes |
4 years (co-op available) |
~$33,220 |
September |
|
Music |
BMus |
4 years |
~$33,220 |
September |
|
Social Work |
BSW |
4 years |
~$33,220 |
September |
Science and Environment
|
Programme |
Credential |
Duration |
Fees/Year (CAD) |
Intakes |
|
Biochemistry and Biotechnology |
BSc |
4 years (co-op available) |
$33,220 – $35,796 |
September |
|
Biology |
BA or BSc |
4 years (co-op available) |
$33,220 – $35,796 |
September |
|
Chemistry |
BSc |
4 years (co-op available) |
$33,220 – $35,796 |
September |
|
Chemistry and Mathematics |
BSc |
4 years |
$33,220 – $35,796 |
September |
|
Environmental Science |
BSc |
4 years (co-op available) |
$33,220 – $35,796 |
September |
|
Environmental Studies |
BA |
4 years |
~$33,220 |
September |
|
Geography (BA or BSc) |
BA or BSc |
4 years (co-op available) |
$33,220 – $35,796 |
September |
|
Mathematics |
BSc |
4 years (co-op available) |
$33,220 – $35,796 |
September |
|
Mathematics and Computer Science |
BSc |
4 years (co-op available) |
$33,220 – $35,796 |
September |
|
Mathematics and Data Analytics |
BSc |
4 years (co-op available) |
$33,220 – $35,796 |
September |
|
Physics |
BSc |
4 years (co-op available) |
$33,220 – $35,796 |
September |
|
Psychology and Neuroscience |
BSc |
4 years (co-op available) |
$33,220 – $35,796 |
September |
|
Psychology |
BA or BSc |
4 years (co-op available) |
$33,220 – $35,796 |
September |
Popular Study Areas
Business Administration (Lazaridis School)
Computer Science and Data Science
Economics and Financial Mathematics
Psychology and Neuroscience
Health Sciences and Kinesiology
Criminology, Law and Human Rights
Game Design and User Experience Design
Entry Requirements
Bachelor’s Programmes (All Disciplines):
- Academic (example requirements):
- BBA: Advanced Functions 70%, English 70%, Calculus/Data Management 60% (admission ~low 90s)
- Data Science: Advanced Functions 80%, Calculus 80%, English 70% (high 80s)
- Computer Science (BSc): Advanced Functions 60%, one science/math 60% (low 80s)
- Health Sciences: Advanced Functions, Biology, Chemistry 60% each (high 80s)
- Arts & Social Sciences: English 70% (low 80s overall)
- IB Diploma:
- Minimum 6 subjects (3 HL)
- BBA: English 4, Math 4, recommended score 34
- Most programmes: 30–32; competitive programmes: mid-30s
- GCE A-Levels:
- Minimum 2 A-Levels
- GCSE English grade C/4 required
- Up to 3.0 transfer credits for A-Level grades of B or higher
- English Requirements:
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (min 6.0 each band)
- TOEFL iBT 83 (min 20 each section)
- PTE Academic 59
- Duolingo 120
- CAEL 70 (min 60 each band)
- Cambridge C1 Advanced 176
- Portfolio/Audition:
- Required for select programmes
- Example: BMus requires audition, theory and ear-training tests, interview and reference letter
- Check programme-specific requirements (e.g. UX Design)
Graduate Programmes:
- Academic:
- Bachelor’s degree with minimum B average
- Additional requirements may include GMAT/GRE, work experience or research proposal (programme-specific)
- English:
- Typically IELTS 6.5–7.0 or equivalent
- Higher band requirements may apply depending on programme
WLIC Pathway (Conditional English Entry):
- Route:
- Academic Transition Pathway (ATP) at Wilfrid Laurier International College (Brantford)
- Prepares students for direct entry into Wilfrid Laurier University
- Important Note:
- WLIC is a separate private institution (DLI O266847818492)
- Study at WLIC alone does not qualify for PGWP
- PGWP eligibility is based on completing a Laurier degree after progression
- Accepted English Tests:
- TOEFL iBT
- PTE Academic
- Duolingo English Test
- CAEL
- Cambridge C1 Advanced
- Additional (US Applicants):
- AP score of 4+ may grant up to 3.0 transfer credits
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Scholarships at Wilfrid Laurier University
Laurier Scholars Award
- Up to $40,000 over 4 years
- High-achieving incoming undergraduates with strong leadership and community engagement; competitive selection
President's Gold Scholarship
- $6,000 in Year 1
- Admission average 95-100%
General Entrance Scholarship — Tier 1
- $5,000
- Admission average 90-94.9%
General Entrance Scholarship — Tier 2
- $3,000
- Admission average 85-89.9%
General Entrance Scholarship — Tier 3
- $1,500
- Admission average 80-84.9%
Inspiring Lives Scholarships
- $1,000 – $5,000
- Incoming international students demonstrating leadership and purpose; holistic criteria
Stay Golden at Laurier: International Scholarship and Housing Guarantee
- Up to $20,000 over 4 years (or $25,000 over 5 years) plus guaranteed first-year housing
- New international undergraduates meeting eligibility criteria; details via applicant portal
In-Course Scholarships
- $1,500 (GPA 11.0-12.0) / $1,250 (GPA 10.5-10.99)
- Assessed automatically on Laurier GPA from previous academic year; all undergraduate students
Competitive Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries
- $250 – $5,000
- Multiple criteria: academics, leadership, financial need; open annually via student profile portal
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Student Support Services
International support
Immigration guidance, orientation and student services through Laurier International
Health insurance (UHIP)
~C$756/year; mandatory and covers hospital and medical services
Career support
Dedicated international career consultant, ISWEP and 700+ workshops annually
Residence
21 buildings with over 3,700 beds, learning communities and leadership opportunities
Academic and wellness support
Advisors, writing and math support, and on-campus health and counselling services
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