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Laurier is a mid-sized university that offers our students big opportunities, all with a small community feel. Laurier is a place where people are inspired to learn, lead, and build lifelong relationships; to give their all and to give back. Our commitment to purposeful learning ensures you will graduate ready for the real world and ready to leave your mark on the world. In our campus communities, the communities we live, learn and work in, and our global community, Laurier builds meaningful connections that have a lasting impact.Our programs in business, arts, science, education and music will help you launch your career by giving you real-world experience as part of your studies. You'll grow culturally, too: There are dozens of student clubs and groups on campus, and you'll meet other students from Canada and around the world who are interested in the same things as you before you even have a chance to unpack. Laurier offers a truly Canadian experience in a community that inspires a world of difference.Laurier has recently announced its plans the fall 2021 term, which includes gradually increasing the on-campus presence and a return to in-person classes and student activities. The health and safety of the Laurier community remains our top priority, and our planning will align with public health regulations. Read the frequently asked question about the fall 2021 term for more information.To learn more about all Laurier has to offer, join us for Virtual Open House replays.You can also download digital copies of Laurier's international student viewbook in English, Chinese and Spanish.
Areas of Expertise
Laurier offers a unique blend of traditional and innovative undergraduate programs across five faculties on our Waterloo campus. Students studying in Waterloo can take programs in the following faculties: Arts, Science, Music, Education and the Lazaridis School of Business and Economics. We are committed to academic excellence and our approach to teaching brings classroom learning into the outside world, providing you with both the theory and experience you need for success.At Laurier, our community culture is at the core of who we are and what we do. From day one, you will feel welcomed and encouraged to find your place in the many faculties, clubs, teams and associations we have to offer. And our focus on creating a strong student-focused community has resulted in Laurier consistently providing an exceptional experience to all our students.We also offer our students the Laurier Experience Record, the first of its kind in Canada. The experience record is an interactive, shareable and official record of your hands-on learning opportunities that you can share with potential employers to show the skills and experience you gained by engaging in Laurier's student life activities on campus and in the community.
- Ancient Studies (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Applied Water Science (BSc) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Archaeology and Heritage Studies Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Archaeology and Heritage Studies (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- BA+MA in English, History or Political Science Bachelor; Honours
- Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Biochemistry/Biotechnology (BSc) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Biology (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Biology (BSc) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Business Administration and Mathematics (BBA/BMath), Laurier/University of Waterloo Double Degree Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Chemistry (BSc) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Chemistry and Physics (BSc) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Christian Studies and Global Citizenship (BA) Bachelor
- Communication Studies (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Community Music (BMus) Bachelor
- Computer Science (BA in Combination) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Computer Science and Physics (BSc) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Cultural Studies (BA in Combination) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Data Science (BSc) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Economics (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Economics and Accounting (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Economics and Financial Management (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Education (BEd) Bachelor
- English (BA) (Waterloo) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Environmental Science (BSc) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Environmental Studies (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Film Studies (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Financial Mathematics (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Financial Mathematics (BSc) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- French (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Geography (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Geography (BSc) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Global Studies (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Health Administration (BA) Bachelor
- Health Sciences (BSc) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- History (BA) (Waterloo) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Kinesiology (BKin) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Languages (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Law Degree and Arts (University of Sussex, UK and Laurier) Bachelor
- Mathematics (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Mathematics (BSc) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Medieval and Medievalism Studies (BA in combination) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Music (BMus) Bachelor
- Music Therapy (BMT) Bachelor
- North American Studies (BA in Combination) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Philosophy (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Physics (BSc) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Policing (BA in Combination) Bachelor; Online
- Policing (BA) Bachelor; Online
- Political Science (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Psychology (BA) (Waterloo) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Psychology and Neuroscience (BSc) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Religion and Culture (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Sociology (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Spanish (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
- Women and Gender Studies (BA in Combination) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
All international students must meet both the program-specific admission requirements as well as the curriculum-specific admission requirements. Program-specific admission requirements can be found on each program's page. For more information on curriculum-specific admission requirements, please visit our admissions website.If English is not your first language you must provide evidence of your English proficiency. You can submit a minimum score on a test of English proficiency or complete the Laurier English & Academic Foundation (LEAF) program.View the accepted tests for proof of English proficiency and the minimum scores required.
Procedure for International Students
To apply to Laurier, submit your application through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre.