Wilfrid Laurier International College (WLIC)
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19,000 undergraduate and graduate students across two campuses
Over 80 undergraduate programs
25 Research centres and institutes
105,000+ alumni living in 100+ countries
A truly Canadian university experience
Launch Your Career at Laurier
Top 5 Canadian university for student satisfaction (Maclean’s, 2021)
Top 5 Canadian university for extracurricular activities (Maclean’s, 2021)
Top 10 Canadian university for experiential learning (Maclean’s, 2021)
Participate in research - Work as a research assistant or conduct research under faculty supervision
Entrepreneurship - Transform your idea into an enterprise through Laurier’s startup incubators
94.5% of international graduates secured employment or went onto post-graduate studies
Located in the heart of Southern Ontario
A place where community shines
Study in a close-knit environment that’s large enough to explore your interests but small enough that you’ll always see a familiar face
Get involved 775 Intramural teams in 22 sports
More than 250 student-led clubs and organizations and the ability to start your own.
Design your degree
Choose your program
Choose from one of the many undergraduate programs we have to offer
Explore your academic options
Design your degree to fit your goals and interests
Dive deeper into your major, choose a concentration or specialization
Or choose a minor or an option
Apply your knowledge
Enhance your learning by applying your knowledge to hands-on learning experiences
Experience real results
LaunchPad Incubator
LaunchPad, Laurier's incubator in the Lazaridis School of Business and Economics, provides support,
mentorship and resources to startups and social ventures founded by Laurier students, and alumni
Provides mentorship and dedicated workspace at no cost for Laurier startups
Help make your business from idea to reality
Graduate career ready
Graduate with practical hands-on experience that sets you apart from the rest
Build your resume from day one
Communicate why you stand out
Receive personalized career support
Prepare for work in Canada
The results speak for themselves
94.5% OF 2019 INTERNATIONAL GRADUATES secured employment or went on to postgraduate study
JOB FAIRS Laurier’s career and job fairs are the largest of their kind in Canada
ENTREPRENEURSHIP Transform your idea into an enterprise through Laurier’s start-up incubators
PARTICIPATE IN RESEARCH Work as a research assistant or conduct research under faculty supervision
About WLIC
Wilfrid Laurier International College brings more international student support to an already warm and welcoming community.
We offer Even smaller classes
More personal and academic support
Help with the transition to life and study in Canada
What does a WLIC student look like?
A WLIC student is someone who:
Values community and belonging
Wants to be close to the action but not distracted by it
Wants a degree from a highly respected Canadian university
Wants lots of opportunities for internships
Likes to get involved
Wants to make the world a better place.
How the WLIC program works
Over 60+ programs at Laurier WLIC PATHWAYS TO…
Science
Data Science
Computer Science
Financial Mathematics (BA)
Liberal Arts
User Experience Design (Bdes)
English
History
Human Rights and Human Diversity
Humanities with Leadership Foundations
Law and Society
Youth and Children’s studies
Arts
Ancient Studies
Anthropology
Archaeology and Heritage Studies
Communication Studies
Cultural Studies
Environmental Studies
Film Studies
Geography
Global Studies
Languages
Medieval and Medievalism Studies
North American Studies
Philosophy
Political Science
Religion and Culture
Sociology
Women and Gender Studies
Business & Economics
Business Technology Management (BBTM)
Economics
Economics and Accounting
Economics and Financial Management
Human and Social Sciences
Community Health
Health Administration
Criminology
Psychology
Scholarships
Ambassador scholarship
$7500
Video submission and interview required
Recipients will be required to help promote the college to prospective students after they start
Very limited number available
Early adopter scholarship
$3000
Students must accept the offer and pay the tuition deposit by May 1
Interview required
Limited number available
Accommodation
Guaranteed on-campus accommodations for the first year
5 apartment style buildings around campus
Cook your own food or eat at one of the many fine restaurants around campus
Prices per term:
Single Room $3757.09
Double Room $3505.15
OneCard meal plan $420.00
Homestay and private off-campus housing are also available
Top 10 reasons to study at WLIC and Laurier
Top 5 Canadian University for Student Satisfaction
94.5% of International Graduates employed or pursuing further study
Degree options for whatever you want to become
Centrally located in the heart of Canada
Outstanding student peer support
Co-op and experiential learning opportunities
Guaranteed housing at WLIC for the first year
Staff and faculty that believe in your success
A community where everyone belongs
Belong to a university that believes in your dreams and will help you become the best version of yourself!
