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Wilfrid Laurier University

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Wilfrid Laurier University: the applicant's brief

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  1. The short answer

    Wilfrid Laurier University is a public university in Ontario, Canada, with campuses in Waterloo, Brantford and Milton. It suits students who want undergraduate and graduate study across business, sciences, arts, media and public policy, and who want a multi-campus Canadian university environment.

  2. What you can study

    You can study at bachelor’s, professional, master’s, doctoral and diploma level. Subject areas listed include Fine Arts, Biochemistry, Biology, Business Administration (MBA), Sociology, Communication & Media, Music, Criminology, Accounting, Business Analytics, Finance, English Literature, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Media Studies, Film & Television and Public Policy. The programme catalogue includes 71 programmes; examples include Biology, Business Technology Management, Business Administration + Computer Science, Business Administration + Financial Mathematics and Analytics, Biochemistry and Biotechnology, and Biological and Chemical Sciences.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the programme page for entry requirements, required documents and deadlines, since these can differ by subject and level. Confirm whether your qualification is accepted, what supporting documents are needed, and any country-specific steps on the official website.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee for international students; confirm the current tuition with its admissions office. Costs in Canada also include everyday living expenses such as housing, food, transport and course materials, which vary by city and lifestyle.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The university does not state a language of instruction in the information available, so confirm this on the official website before applying. Also check visa requirements, document translation rules, whether your prior qualification matches the programme, and which campus your chosen course is based at.

  6. How it compares

    Among 156 universities in Canada, Wilfrid Laurier University sits in the group of public institutions offering a broad mix of undergraduate and graduate study. Its profile is shaped by a 71-programme catalogue and multiple campuses, so it is a practical option if you want choice across business, sciences, arts and public policy rather than a highly specialised institution.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Wilfrid Laurier University

Is Wilfrid Laurier University public or private?

It is a public university.

Where is Wilfrid Laurier University located?

It has campuses in Waterloo, Brantford and Milton in Ontario, Canada.

What levels of study are available?

Bachelor's Degree, Professional, Master's Degree, PhD / Doctorate and Diploma.

How many programmes are listed?

71 programmes are listed.

Overview

Wilfrid Laurier University is a public university in Ontario, Canada, with campuses in Waterloo, Brantford and Milton. It is named in honour of Sir Wilfrid Laurier, the seventh prime minister of Canada. Laurier offers undergraduate and graduate programs in a variety of fields with over 17,000 full-time undergraduate students, over 1000 full-time graduate students, and nearly 4,000 part-time students as of late 2019. Laurier's varsity teams, known as the Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks, compete in the West Conference of the Ontario University Athletics, affiliated with U Sports.

Programs at Wilfrid Laurier University

109 programs across 6 study levels.

Diploma

Diploma Professional Accounting & Finance

Accounting

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time
Diploma Professional Accounting & Finance

Accounting

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time
Diploma Music & Performing Arts

Chamber Music

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time
Diploma Music & Performing Arts

Chamber Music

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Ancient Studies

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Ancient Studies

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Anthropology

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Anthropology

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Applied Health Sciences

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Applied Health Sciences

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Biology

Biology

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biology

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Business Administration

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Media & Communication

Communication Studies

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Computer Science

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Computer Science

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Law

Criminology

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Law

Criminology

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Cultural Studies

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Data Science

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Data Science

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Economics & Public Policy

Economics

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Economics & Public Policy

Economics

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Education

Education

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Education

Education

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

English

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

English

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Environmental Science

Environmental Science

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Agriculture & Environment

Environmental Science

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Environmental Management

Environmental Studies

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Media Studies

Film Studies

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

French

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Agriculture & Environment

Geography

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Agriculture & Environment

Geography

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Global Studies

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Global Studies

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Health Sciences

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Health Sciences

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

History

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

History

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Human Rights

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Indigenous Studies

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Sports & Recreation

Kinesiology

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Sports & Recreation

Kinesiology

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Law

Law and Society

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Mathematics

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Mathematics

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Music

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Music

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Political Science

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Psychology

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Social Work

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Sociology

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

Spanish

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Women and Gender Studies

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Computer Science & IT

Applied Computing

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Computer Science & IT

Applied Computing

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Applied Politics

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Applied Politics

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Business & Management

Business Economics

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Business & Management

Business Economics

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Science

Chemistry

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Communication & Media

Communication Studies

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Music

Community Music

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Divinity

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Divinity

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Finance

Finance

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Professional Accounting & Finance

Finance

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Business & Management

Management

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Psychology

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Theology

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time

Professional

PhD / Doctorate

PhD / Doctorate Education

Educational Studies

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4–6 years 🎓 Full Time
PhD / Doctorate Public Policy

Global Governance

Wilfrid Laurier University

⏱ 4–6 years 🎓 Full Time

Other

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Canada.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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