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www.wlu.caCanadaQS #882 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete★ Top 25 in Country
Wilfrid Laurier University
Wilfrid Laurier University is a public university located in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. It was established in 1911 and is named after Sir Wilfrid Laurier, Canada's seventh Prime Minister. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including arts, sciences, business, education, health sciences, and social sciences. Wilfrid Laurier University is known for its strong commitment to research and innovation, and it has a diverse student body with a significant international presence.
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- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
- Application Fee: $150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 200 acres
SportyInternationally DiverseMid-Size Community
6/10
Diversity
10/10
Academic Rigor
8/10
City safety (heuristic)
6/10
Social scene
Weather: Cold winters (most cities)
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
$57,553 avg starting salary
86% placement rate
Estimated outcomes score (heuristic): 4/10
Popular fields
BSc in Computer ScienceSociologyManagementCommunication StudiesManagement AnalyticsMasters in FinanceBusiness AdministrationBachelors in Business Technology Management
Top Recruiters
DeloittePwCAmazonLocal Enterprises
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Student Life
19,000 students (3,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 200 acres
Location: Waterloo, Canada
Climate: Cold winters (most cities)
Research local rent and transport for your intake year
LibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 60%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
Application fee: $150
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
💡Application fee: 150
💡Acceptance rate: 60%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.5
💡Typical apply window for Canada: Oct–Mar for Fall; Jan intakes close earlier