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College Info
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- Type
- private
Official website
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Laurier University / WLU
Wilfrid Laurier University (WLU) is a public comprehensive university located in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, with additional campuses in Brantford, Kitchener, Toronto, and Milton. Founded in 1911, it offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs through faculties including Arts, Science, Music, Education, Social Work, and the Lazaridis School of Business and Economics. The university is known for its strong emphasis on experiential learning, community engagement, and research across disciplines such as business, psychology, criminology, and music therapy.
Key Facts
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Live portal snapshot
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- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, multi-campus (Waterloo, Brantford, Kitchener, Toronto, Milton)
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseMid-Size Community
10/10
Diversity
7/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
9/10
Social scene
Weather: Mild, rainy winters
Living costs: High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
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Career Outcomes
$1,519 avg starting salary
100% placement rate
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Student Life
20,000 students (5,000 international)
Campus: Urban, multi-campus (Waterloo, Brantford, Kitchener, Toronto, Milton)
Climate: Mild, rainy winters
High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
LibraryAthletic ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingDining ServicesMusic FacilitiesScience Labs
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 45.5%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Oct–Mar for Fall; Jan intakes close earlier
Common mistakes to avoid
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 45.5%
💡Latest cutoff: TOEFL iBT 90
💡Typical apply window for Canada: Oct–Mar for Fall; Jan intakes close earlier