2015 international applicant guide

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2015 international applicant guide
WILFRID LAURIER UNIVERSITY
2015 INTERNATIONAL APPLICANT GUIDE
WATERLOO & BRANTFORD, ONTARIO, CANADA
chooselaurier.ca/international
ONTARIO
CANADA
Ottawa
WATERLOO
BRANTFORD
Toronto
Niagara Falls
New York
Buffalo
Detroit
Boston
Distance from Waterloo or Brantford to Toronto: 1 hour
Canada was ranked in the top 10 for the happiest countries in
the world according to the 2013 World Database of Happiness.
Among the world’s best! Canada was ranked #7
out of 162 countries in the 2014 Global Peace Index.
It’s no secret that Canada is the second largest country
in the world totaling 9,984,670 km². The UK fits into
Canada approximately 40 times!
ABOUT THE
WEATHER
Southwestern Ontario
experiences four
distinct seasons:
Toronto
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Spring
March to May Temperatures from 10-20ºC (50-68ºF)
Summer
June to August Temperatures from 20-30ºC (68-86ºF)
Fall
September to November Temperatures from 7-20ºC (44-68ºF)
Winter
December to February
Niagara
Falls
Temperatures from -10 to 2ºC (14-35ºF)
Ottawa
CANADA
ONE OF THE BEST PLACES IN THE WORLD TO LIVE
WORK EXPERIENCE You can gain
valuable skills and work experience through
volunteer placements, paid co-op opportunities,
on- or off-campus part-time employment
and by networking with future employers.
IMMIGRATION POSSIBILITIES Once you graduate
from Laurier and you have one year of work experience, you
may qualify to apply for permanent resident status through the
Canadian Experience Class program.
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QUALITY OF EDUCATION
Canada earned an ‘A’ on its Education
and Skills report card, raking 2nd out
of 16 countries. Our strengths are in
delivering high-quality education to
people aged 5-19.
Conference Board of Canada, Economy Report Card, 2014
DIVERSE CULTURE Over the past 100 years,
more than 13 million immigrants have come to
Canada to start a new life. This makes Canada one
of the world’s most ethnically diverse countries.
Canada’s cultural mosaic is evident in the variety
of restaurants and grocery stores, religious places
of worship and festivals throughout the year.
LOW COST TUITION Canada is known for
high-quality, low-cost education. Our tuition rates
for international students are lower than many other
countries, including the United States and the United
Kingdom. As well, the cost of living is considerably less
than the UK, Europe and Australia.
CANADA
WAS VOTED #7
IN THE 2014
UN QUALITY
OF LIFE INDEX
We live in a friendly, safe country with a very high standard of
living. Laurier students gave us a score of 90% for campus safety.
International Student Barometer, 2012
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Choose Laurier.
With two campuses and more than 19,000 students,
Laurier could be considered a large university in Canada,
but you’d never know it. The minute you step foot on
one of our campuses, you’ll feel right at home. Our
close-knit community environment will make you
feel like you belong right away so you can focus on
learning and growing as a person.
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You belong here.
We’ve been in the business of creating leaders in every industry
for more than 100 years. We offer an extensive selection of
programs at both the Waterloo and Brantford campuses that
are very flexible. We offer double degree opportunities, major
and minor combinations, options to enhance your degree, and
partnerships with other universities and colleges to combine
your schooling and training.
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KEEP FIT &
HAVE FUN!
Laurier offers a very popular intramural
program. In fact, last year more than
8,000 students participated in a variety
of intramural sports to keep their bodies
as active as their minds. With options as
diverse as ultimate frisbee, squash and
dodgeball, there’s a sport for everyone.
STUDENT EXPERIENCE
Laurier has one of the nation’s most active student unions, with:
• Over 175 student-led clubs and associations
• Over 3,000 student volunteer opportunities
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WILFRID LAURIER UNIVERSITY
IS ONE OF CANADA’S FINEST
UNDERGRADUATE UNIVERSITIES.
In the 2013 Globe & Mail (national newspaper)
University Report, our students gave Laurier:
TOP
FOUR
In the 2014 Maclean’s
Rankings of Canadian
“A-” Class Size
“A-” Campus Atmosphere
Universities, Laurier
“A-” Quality of Teaching and Learning
placed FOURTH in its
category for overall
highest
96.6% of Laurierreputation,
graduates secure
employment or
undertake post-graduate
studies
after
graduation.
quality, most innovative
STILL NUMBER ONE!
Canada has ranked #1 in reputation from the
and leaders of tomorrow!
Reputation Institute’s 2013 Country RepTrak™
for the third year in a row! Canada ranked
highly for its value of education, safe living
standards and technological advancements.
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LAURIER HAS THE
LARGEST BUSINESS
CO-OP PAID WORK
EXPERIENCE PROGRAM
IN CANADA.
96
%
of Laurier graduates secure
employment or undertake postgraduate studies after graduation.
100%
STUDENT
SATISFACTION
Laurier’s international students were
100% satisfied with their student
advising experiences.
I-Graduate International Student Barometer, 2012
2013 Laurier graduate survey
WE’RE HERE TO HELP! Laurier was ranked 2nd in
Canada for our International Student Support Services.
International Student Barometer, 2012
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Visit our virtual tour at chooselaurier.ca/virtualtour
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COME FOR A VISIT!
Open Houses: Friday, November 14, 2014 and Wednesday, March 18th, 2015
Campus Tours: Book online at chooselaurier.ca/tours.
ACADEMIC/SUPPORT
BUILDINGS
8.Research and Academic Centre
RESIDENCE BUILDINGS
ATHLETICS
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2. Grand River Hall Residence
21 Wilkes House Gym
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22. Future Site of the Laurier YMCA
Carnegie Building
SC Johnson Building
10. St. Andrew’s
16. Lawyer’s Hall
2. Grand River Hall
11. Student Centre
17.Lucy Marco Place Residence
3.Library
12. Williams Fresh Cafe
18. Post House Residence
PARKING
4. Market Place
13. 97 Dalhousie Street
19. Rizzo Residence
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Nipissing Building
20. Expositor Place Residence
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Odeon Building
14. Aboriginal Student Centre
(111 Darling)
15. Dalhousie Centre
23 Market Centre Parkade
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Our Brantford campus is rooted in the downtown
core, offering students a unique campus life
experience. It’s close to shops, cafés, great walking
and biking trails, and a diverse arts and entertainment
scene. With a population of just over 96,000,
Brantford is home to consumer goods giants - Ferrero
Canada and SC Johnson Canada. Brantford is a city
where sporting events and recreational activities are
an integral part of community life – and it’s only one
hour southwest of Toronto.
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WELCOME CENTRE/CAMPUS TOURS
COME FOR A VISIT!
ACADEMIC/SUPPORT BUILDINGS
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Alumni Hall
Arts C Wing
Arts E Wing
Bricker Academic Building
Co-operative Education &
Career Development Centre
Service Laurier
Dining Hall
Dr. Alvin Woods Building
Fred Nichols Campus Centre
John Aird Centre/Recital Hall
Open Houses: Friday, November 7th, 2014 and Friday, March 20th, 2015
Campus Tours: Book online at chooselaurier.ca/tours.
11.Library
12. Office of Aboriginal Initiatives
13. Northdale Campus
14. Peters Building
15. Schlegel Centre
16. Science Building
17. Science Research Centre
18.Seminary
19. Special Constable Service
20.Future Site of the Global
Innovation Exchange Building
21. Theatre Auditorium
22. 202 Regina Street
23. Cold Regions and Water Science
RESIDENCE BUILDINGS
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Bouckaert Hall Residence
Bricker Residence
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King’s Court Residence
King Street Residence
Leupold Residence
Little House Residence
Macdonald House Residence
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University Place Residence
Waterloo College Residence
Willison Hall Residence
ATHLETICS
37. Alumni Field
38. Athletic Complex
39. University Stadium
40. MAIN ENTRANCE
41. PAY & DISPLAY PARKING
Our Waterloo campus is located in the thriving,
culturally diverse community of Kitchener-Waterloo
(K-W). Located just 100 kilometres west of Toronto,
this city offers plenty of hiking trails, golf courses,
skating rinks, soccer fields and even a ski hill. Home to
many leaders in technology including BlackBerry™,
Desire2Learn and Google’s Canadian headquarters, K-W
caters to a student population, which represents about a
third of our 350,000 people. K-W is small enough to be
safe and easy to get around, yet big enough to provide
great restaurants, shopping and entertainment.
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WHAT’S INCLUDED IN
YOUR RESIDENCE ROOM:
APARTMENT-STYLE ROOM
• Bed frame and mattress
• Desk and chair
• Bookshelves
• Closet and shelves
• Wastebasket and recycling bins
• Dining room table and chairs
• Living room sofa, chairs, coffee
table, end tables and lamps
• Fridge and stove
• Internet access
DORM-STYLE ROOM
• Bed frame and mattress
• Desk and chair
• Wastebasket and recycling bin
• Bookshelves
• Closet and shelves
• Internet access
Residence
We guarantee residence to first-year undergraduate students,
provided you submit your residence application and deposit
before June 1st, 2015. We offer single and double rooms in
both dormitory- and apartment-style buildings. Our nationally
recognized residence life services provides support and
activities to help make you feel at home and make the most
out of your first-year experience.
WHY LIVE IN RESIDENCE?
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Lots of opportunities to get involved
Easier transition to university
New friends; diversity of cultures
One of the best student-to-don ratios in the province
You’re close to everything; in the heart of the action
Special activities just for residence students
High-speed Internet access
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Dorm-style room, two beds
EXAMPLES
OF RESIDENCE
STYLES
Apartment-style,
four beds, two bathrooms
Dorm-style room, one bed
TAKING CARE OF YOU
The staff in our Residence Life Office are committed to making your first year at
Laurier enjoyable, safe and rewarding. Senior students, called Residence Dons,
live in each community and act as role models and mentors, providing you with
support as you make the transition to living away from home.
MEAL PLANS AND DINING OPTIONS
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Nigeria
Meal plans are required for all residence students at the Waterloo campus. Students
living off-campus in Waterloo may also purchase a meal plan. These plans allow students
to purchase food from a number of on- and off-campus locations including The Fresh
Food Company (Dining Hall), Pizza Pizza, Starbucks, and Wilf’s (our on-campus pub).
Saudi Arabia
A wide range of menu choices including vegetarian, vegan and Asian cuisine are offered
and we are able to accommodate special diets such as halal and most food allergies
and restrictions.
Canada
Ghana
Mexico
ZHENHUA
SUN
Bangladesh
Hong Kong
“JOSHUA”
Korea
Iran
Russ
China
Indone
HOME COUNTRY: CHINA
PROGRAM:
ECONOMICS & ACCOUNTING
YEAR: 4
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Meal plans are required for residence students at the Brantford campus at a cost of $400 Pakistan
per term (fall & winter). Even though all of the residences are apartment-style, which means
you’ll have a kitchen in the apartment to cook all of your meals, the meal plan will come in
handy for buying groceries at FreshCo, a local grocery store, just a short five minute walk
from campus. You can also use your meal plan at Williams Fresh Cafe, Subway and Golden
Grounds, just to name a few locations.
Malaysia
Trinidad & Tobago
Dreams
Teashop
is where I go to find
my favorite treat from home: mango bubble
tea. It’s so nice to have some familiar things
from home just down the street from Laurier.
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如果你有疑问,发邮件给我
Email me at:
internationalambassador@wlu.ca
LOCAL DINING FAVOURITES:
WATERLOO
BRANTFORD:
•Best Chinese: King Tin Restaurant
•Best buffet: Kings Buffet
• Best Korean: Da Won
•Best Chinese: Oriental Restaurant
• Best Halal food: Ammar Halal Meats
•Best supermarket: FreshCo
• Best African & Caribbean grocery store: A to Z
•Best coffee: Williams Fresh Cafe
• Best International Market: Pi Foodstore
and International Eatery
•Best breakfast: Kel’s Family Restaurant
To find out more about
residence options, visit
chooselaurier.ca/
residence
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Succeed in Canada
The staff and student volunteers in our Recruitment & Admissions and Laurier International
offices are dedicated to ensuring your experience is the best it can be. We are here to help you
through the entire process – from application to acceptance, transition to graduation and beyond.
Before you arrive
We know the transition to university can be a stressful time, so we have created
several programs and guides to help you through this process.
Student Blog: visit chooselaurier.wordpress.com to see what life is like at Laurier
through the eyes of current international students.
Registration Guide: explains how to register for courses and plan your schedule.
Pre-Arrival Guide: provides important information on what you need to do before
you arrive.
TÚ HOÀNG
HOME COUNTRY:
VIETNAM
PROGRAM:
BIOCHEMISTRY & BIOTECHNOLOGY
YEAR: 4
There are lots of helpful services for students
like Learning Services, Math Centre, etc.
Unlike big universities, we see the same
people every day and it’s easier to make
friends and ask for help from professors.
It is great to be a Laurier Golden Hawk!!
Nếu các bạn có thắc mắc cho mình, hãy gửi
email về địa chỉ.
Email me at:
internationalambassador@wlu.ca
Attend Headstart Online: we’ll answer all of your transition to university and
program questions before you arrive.
Life at Laurier
MEET NEW PEOPLE
The Laurier International (LI) office provides programming and services to ensure
you feel welcomed and supported at Laurier.
International student orientation program: designed to help you transition to life
in Canada and at Laurier.
Student lounge: this is a dedicated space in the LI office for international and
domestic students to meet, relax, study or to just hang out.
Social events and holiday dinners: organized throughout the year for you to
experience unique Canadian traditions.
DID YOU KNOW?
You can stay in Canada and work for three years after
graduation and then apply to be a permanent resident.
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Keeping you
informed
Monthly email newsletters
Email reminders
WilfridLaurierUniversity
facebook.com/chooselaurier
twitter.com/chooselaurier
chooselaurier.wordpress.com
instagram.com/chooselaurier
page.renren.com/600757669
weibo.com/chooselaurier
SUCCEED IN YOUR STUDIES
We take great pride in offering services and support to ensure our students have
the tools to be successful at Laurier.
Nigeria
Canada
Ghana
International Student Advisors (ISA): will help you adjust to your new environment
at Laurier. If you have any issues or questions, staff are happy to offer advice or
refer you to another support service on campus that can help.
Centre for Student Success: can assist you with math, writing, time management
skills, exam preparation, dealing with issues around stress, and special needs
accommodations.
International Peer Mentor: Laurier International staff will connect you with
another international student who will support you by answering your questions
about life at Laurier and living in Canada, while also helping you meet new people.
Working in Canada
Career Development Centre: our staff can help you find employment while you
are a student and after you graduate.
International Student Work Experience Program (ISWEP): work part-time
on-campus during your studies to help pay the bills.
Career Consultant: can help you with your resumé, cover letter, interview
preparation, career planning, paid co-op placement and finding employment
opportunities on- an off- campus.
No work permits required: new for 2014 - you may work part-time during your
studies to help pay for your expenses without needing a work permit, as long as
you meet the requirements of Citizenship and Immigration Canada.
Saudi Arabia
SARAH YODER
HOME COUNTRY: Pakistan
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Korea
Banglad
UAE
Malay
PROGRAM:
HUMAN RIGHTS AND HUMAN DIVERSITY
YEAR: 4
The tight-knit community and the
intertwining of the downtown and the
university is what drew me to study at
Laurier’s Brantford campus. I was pleased
to discover a small but growing body of
international students here.
Email me at:
internationalambassador@wlu.ca
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Getting Involved
Being a Laurier Golden Hawk is about more than just going to class and earning a degree.
Get involved with a campus club or volunteer to make a difference — not only will the extra
skills make you more employable, but they will also make your experience here more exciting!
JOIN A CLUB
Nigeria
Canada
Saudi Arabia
NISHWA Pakistan
NARSIGHANI
Korea
UAE
HOME COUNTRY:
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
PROGRAM:
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
YEAR: 4
Choosing Wilfrid Laurier University was the
best decision I’ve made. I was blown away by
how welcoming everyone was. There was so
much life and energy all over the campus; it
was so contagious that I was immediately
captured by it! During our clubs fair, it felt like
I signed up for half of all the clubs there!
Email me at:
internationalambassador@wlu.ca
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Ghana
Mexico
Iran
Hong Kong
China
Russia
There are more than 175 clubs and associations across our Waterloo and Brantford
campuses, bringing like-minded people together to share their passion for anything
from arts and business, to religion and culture. The best part is — you can also create
your own club! All you need is nine other students who share the same passion as you.
Bangladesh
Indonesia
VOLUNTEERING – FOR COURSE CREDIT!
Supplement your learning by volunteering with local community organizations related
to your field of study — and get course credit for it! Our students value helping others
— in the 2012 National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE), 70% of Laurier’s senior
students
reported participating in community service or volunteer work, which is a
Trinidad & Tobago
Malaysia
great way to build your resumé with amazing experiences.
EXPLORE ONTARIO
The Laurier International office offers you opportunities to travel across Ontario to
Niagara Falls and amusement parks like Canada’s Wonderland, as well as participate in
camping trips with friends and classmates.
CAMPUS CLUBS
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Badminton Club
East Meets West
Future of Africa
Fashion in Motion
Global China Connection
International Student’s
Association
>> Korean Student Association
>> Laurier Marketing
Association
>> Laurier Salsa Club
>> Model United Nations
>> Muslim Student Association
>> Women in Leadership
The Co-op Advantage
Co-op is a paid work placement opportunity that provides you with the chance to develop
valuable contacts, gain self-confidence and create opportunities for employment after
graduation. Honours students in arts, science, economics* and business at the Waterloo
campus may apply to our co-op program. Students in double degree programs who meet
progression requirements for the second year of their program are automatically eligible to
enrol in co-op, as are students in the Bachelor of Business Technology Management (BBTM)
program at the Brantford campus. Students in double degree programs offered between
Laurier and the University of Waterloo are required to participate in co-op.
*Co-op is not available in the Applied Economics program.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
•You apply to co-op at the end of first-year. If your program offers automatic admission to
co-op and you have met the progression requirements for second-year, you would enrol at
this time as well.
•If you meet the grade requirements, you will be invited to an admission interview. Soon
thereafter, you will find out if you are accepted into the co-op program.
PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT
The Department of Co-operative Education posts jobs and arranges interviews for you. Staff
members will also help you fine-tune your resumé and cover letter and practice interview skills.
Work/Study Sequence by Program
DOUBLE DEGREES
TERM
Fall (September - December)
Winter (January - April)
Spring (May - August)
Year 1
Study Term
Study Term
Summer Vacation
Year 2
Study Term
WORK TERM
Study Term
Year 3
Study Term
WORK TERM
Study Term
Year 4
WORK TERM or STUDY TERM
WORK TERM or STUDY TERM
Year 5
OPTIONAL WORK TERM
Study Term
Study Term
KARINA FLORES
CHIENDA
HOME COUNTRY:
PERÚ
PROGRAM:
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
YEAR: 3
Co-op gave me the opportunity to get an
all-around university student experience:
excel academically, be involved in the Laurier
community, and have work experience to
complement my degree. I’ve always known I
was interested in the field of Marketing but I
never really had an opportunity to work in the
field. Co-op gives you the chance to work in
different areas so that you can figure out
what you may, or may not like. In my first
co-op term, I’m working in a small start-up
company called ChangeIt. Working for a startup has allowed me to get an experience in
marketing but it has also exposed me to
different sectors of the business, such as
charity engagement and customer support.
Puedes contactarme al:
internationalambassador@wlu.ca
ARTS AND SCIENCE DEGREES
TERM
Fall (September - December)
Winter (January - April)
Spring (May - August)
Year 1
Study Term
Study Term
Summer Vacation
Year 2
Study Term
Study Term
WORK TERM
Year 3
Study Term
Study Term
WORK TERM
Year 4
Study Term
Study Term
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BBA) & ECONOMICS
TERM
Fall (September - December)
Winter (January - April)
Spring (May - August)
Year 1
Study Term
Study Term
Summer Vacation
Year 2
Study Term
Study Term
WORK TERM
Year 3
Study Term
WORK TERM
Study Term
Year 4
WORK TERM
Study Term
Study Term
WHERE WILL YOUR
CO-OP EXPERIENCE
TAKE YOU?
Our students have found rewarding
positions with companies such as:
PepsiCo Beverages Canada,
SC Johnson, BlackBerry™,
Ernst & Young, Desire2Learn,
Microsoft Canada, KPMG,
Mastercard, Unilever Canada,
General Motors Canada, and IBM.
wlu.ca/co-op
Note: Some BBA students are able to complete an eight-month work term from May through December.
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Undergraduate Programs
C - Students who meet progression requirements for second-year are automatically eligible to enrol in co-op.
*: Pending approval from the Ontario Universities Council on Quality Assurance/Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities. ‡: Available only as a combination program
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History
Human Rights & Human Diversity
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Health Administration
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FACULTY OF MUSIC
Music
Music Therapy
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
BRANTFORD CAMPUS
• C
oncurrent Education
(Primary/Junior, Junior/Intermediate)
FACULTY OF SOCIAL WORK
BRANTFORD CAMPUS
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Social Work
DIPLOMA Programs are available in Accounting
and Business Administration
OPTIONS
An Option is an enhanced minor that allows you to
incorporate an accompanying area of study with your
honours degree courses. You can select the Management,
Leadership, or Media Studies Options, among others.
Visit chooselaurier.ca/options for more information.
For more information on each program, please visit chooselaurier.ca/programs.
Graduate Programs
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Biological & Chemical Sciences (PhD)
Business Administration (MBA)
Business Economics (MA)
Chemistry (MSc)
Communication Studies (MA)
Community Music (MA)
Criminology (MA)
Cultural Analysis and Social Theory (MA)
Education (BEd)
English (MA, PhD)
Finance (MFin)
Geography (MA, MES, MSc, PhD)
Global Governance (PhD)
History (MA, PhD)
Integrative Biology (MSc)
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(MASTERS, PhD)
International Public Policy (MIPP)
Kinesiology & Physical Education (MSc, PhD)
Management (MSc, PhD)
Master of Divinity (MDiv)
Mathematics (MSc)
Ministry (DMin)
Music Therapy (MMT)
Philosophy (MA)
Political Science (MA)
Psychology (MA, MSc, PhD)
Religion and Culture (MA)
Religious Studies (PhD)
Social Justice & Community Engagement (MA)
Social Work (MSW, PhD)
Sociology (MA)
Theology (MA)
For more information on each graduate studies program, please contact:
Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies: fgps@wlu.ca,
BEd: eduadmissions@wlu.ca, MBA: dhotson@wlu.ca, MSW: socialwork@wlu.ca
wlu.ca/gradstudies
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PRE-MBA
We offer an 8-month intensive Pre-MBA
program designed to help students whose
first language is not English to gain the skills
and experience needed to succeed at the
MBA level. Application to the Pre-MBA
is easy – if you have an undergraduate
degree with a B standing and 2+ years work
experience, you may be accepted not only
to the Pre-MBA program, but also granted a
conditional acceptance to the MBA.
For more information, please contact:
premba@wlu.ca.
lauriermba.com
Admission Information for
IB, US, AP & GCE Students
AMERICAN:
SAT score of 1650 overall (minimum of 550 in each component) or an ACT score of 24 is required if
you are currently studying in the US. Applicants who do not meet this criteria will be assessed on a
case-by-case basis. Applicants currently studying in a US curriculum, outside of the US, do not have
to present an SAT or ACT score.
SAT University Code - 0893. ACT University Code - 5375 .
ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP):
Transfer credit will be awarded on a case-by-case basis for AP exams successfully completed with a
minimum grade of 4, up to a maximum of six classes (3.0 credits), subject to the appropriateness
of the program. Applicants are required to submit course descriptions.
BRITISH:
The General Certificate of Education (GCE) or equivalent, including three O-level plus two A-level
subjects, are required for admission. Some programs may require additional A-level courses. Two
AS-level courses may be substituted for one A-level course, except where a specific A level course
is required. A minimum average of B is required for all Honours programs. Transfer credit will be
considered for A-level courses with a minimum final grade of B. Cambridge Pre-U minimum overall
grade of Merit 2 with minimum of Merit 3 in required courses.
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB):
Applicants who have successfully completed the IB Diploma will be considered for admission with
passes in at least six subjects, of which three must be at HL. The minimum total score requirement
is 28, including three bonus points for extended essay. All required courses must be at a minimum
score of 4 unless otherwise noted. Laurier will accept IB predicted grades for early admission
consideration. Transfer credit is considered up to a maximum of six classes (3.0 credits) for HL
subjects with a minimum score of 5 as well as for the Theory of Knowledge and Extended Essay
with a minimum grade of B in each, subject to applicability of the program offered. Applicants
completing individual IB courses in conjunction with another educational system will be assessed
on the basis of their entire academic record.
ALBERT NIÑO
ALBERTO
HOME COUNTRY:
PHILIPPINES
PROGRAM:
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
YEAR: 4
I wanted to be a part of Laurier because the
university not only has a very good academic
reputation, but students are also given an
incredible number of opportunities to be an
active part of a thriving and diverse student
society. After being on campus for a few
days and seeing how passionate everyone
was with community involvement, I also
wanted to participate. I co-founded and still
help in facilitating The Laurier Studio
Experience (LSE), where we help young
artists record and promote their music.
Email me at:
internationalambassador@wlu.ca
To read more about our admission information, please visit chooselaurier.ca/international.
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
PROGRAM
REQUIRED
COURSES
ADMISSION
RANGE
INTERNATIONAL
BACCALAUREATE
GENERAL CERTIFICATE
OF EDUCATION
Note: All other required courses must be at a minimum of 60% or C, except where indicated. Course-specific grade requirements and admission ranges represent equivalencies rather than options,
and will be applied relative to the previous educational system attended. * Prerequisite courses calculated in admission average. † A minimum of B is required in O-level English and all required
A-level courses. A minimum of C is required in A-level English. ‡ Available only as a combination program. v A combined minimum average of 70% is required in the prerequisite senior-level Mathematics and senior-level Science courses, except Biochemistry and Health Sciences which requires 75% or B. s English prerequisite courses calculated in admission average.
Ancient Mediterranean Studies, Anthropology‡,
Archaeology (Near Eastern & Classical, North American)
Christian Studies & Global Citizenship, Communication
Studies, Cultural Studies‡, English, Environmental
Studies, Film Studies, French, Geography, Global Studies,
History, Languages, Medieval Studies‡, North American
Studies‡, Philosophy, Political Science, Religion &
Culture, Sociology, Spanish, Women & Gender Studies‡
BA
English
75+ or B HL or SL English
IB Minimum Score: 28
†
For eligible programs visit: chooselaurier.ca/programs
BA+MA
English at 75%
90+ or A+
HL or SL English,
IB minimum score: 36
†
Biochemistry/Biotechnology
English; Biology; Math;
Chemistry at 75% or Bv
75+ or B
BSc
HL or SL English, HL or SL
Biology, HL or SL Chemistry and
HL or SL Mathematics
IB Minimum Score: 28
A-level Mathematics, A-level
Chemistry and A-level Biology†
Biology
BA
English, Biology at 70%
or B-
75+ or B
HL or SL English and Biology
IB Minimum Score: 28
A-level Biology †
Biology, Biology & Chemistry, Biology & Physical
Geography, Biology & Mathematics, Biology &
Psychology
English; Chemistry;
Math; Biology at 70%
or B-v
75+ or B
HL or SL English, HL or SL
Biology, HL or SL Chemistry and
HL or SL Mathematics
IB Minimum Score: 28
A-level Mathematics, A-level
Chemistry and A-level Biology†
Business: Accounting, Brand Communication,
Business & Sustainability, Entrepreneurship, Finance,
Human Resource Management, Insurance & Risk
Management, International Business, Marketing,
Supply Chain Management
BBA
English at 70% or B-,
Math at 70% or B-*
85+ or A
HL or SL English and HL or
SL Mathematics
IB Minimum Score: 33
A-level Mathematics†
Business and Computer Science double degree,Business
and Computing & Computer Electronics double degree
English at 70% or B-,
Math at 80% or A-*
85+ or A
HL or SL English and HL or
SL Mathematics at 5
IB Minimum Score: 33
A-level Mathematics†
English at 70% or B-,
Math at 85% or A*
90+ or A+
HL or SL English and HL or
SL Mathematics at 5
IB Minimum Score: 36
A-level Mathematics†
English at 75% or B,
Math at 85% or A*
90+ or A+
HL or SL English and HL or
SL Mathematics at 5
IB Minimum Score: 36
A minimum grade of A required for
A-level Mathematics†
English at 75% or B,
Math at 85% or A*
90+ or A+
HL or SL English and HL or
SL Mathematics at 5
IB Minimum Score: 36
A minimum grade of A required for
A-level Mathematics†
English at 70%; Math at
70% or B-
80+ or A-
HL or SL English and HL or SL
Mathematics
IB Minimum Score: 30
A-level Mathematics†
English; Math;
Chemistryv
75+ or B
BSc
HL or SL English, HL or SL
Mathematics, HL or SL Chemistry
IB Minimum Score: 28
A-level Mathematics and A-level
Chemistry †
Computer Science Combination‡
English; Math
75+ or B
HL or SL English and HL or SL
Mathematics
IB Minimum Score: 28
A-level Mathematics†
English; Math; one of
Chemistry or Physics v
75+ or B
HL or SL English, HL or SL
Mathematics, one of HL or SL
Chemistry or Physics
IB Minimum Score: 28
A-level Mathematics and A-level
Chemistry or Physics†
Computer Science & Mathematics
BSc
English; Math; one of
Biology, Chemistry or
Physicsv
75+ or B
HL or SL English, HL or SL
Mathematics, one of HL or SL
Biology, Chemistry or Physics
IB Minimum Score: 28
A-level Mathematics and one
of A-level Biology, Chemistry or
Physics†
Computer Science & Psychology
English; Math; one of
Chemistry, Physics or
Biology v
75+ or B
HL or SL English, HL or SL
Mathematics, one of HL or SL
Biology, Chemistry or Physics
IB Minimum Score: 28
A-level Mathematics and one
of A-level Biology, Chemistry or
Physics†
BSc
(Automatic entry into co-op)
BBA/BSc
Business and Financial Mathematics double degree
(Automatic entry into co-op)
BBA/BA
Business (WLU) and Computer Science (UW)
Must meet admission criteria for both Laurier Business and
University of Waterloo Computer Science.
(Automatic entry into co-op)
BBA/BCS
Business (WLU) and Mathematics (UW) double degree
Must meet admission criteria for both Laurier Business and University of
Waterloo Mathematics.
(Automatic entry into co-op)
BBA/BMATH
Business Technology Management
(Automatic entry into co-op)
BBTM BRANTFORD CAMPUS
Chemistry, Chemistry & Mathematics
BA
Computer Science, Computing & Computer
Electronics
BSc
BSc
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REQUIRED
COURSES
ADMISSION
RANGE
INTERNATIONAL
BACCALAUREATE
GENERAL CERTIFICATE
OF EDUCATION
Criminology, English, Health Administration, Health
Studies, History, Human Rights & Human Diversity,
Indigenous Studies‡, Law & Society, Society, Culture
& Environment, Youth & Children’s Studies
BA BRANTFORD CAMPUS
English
75+ or B
HL or SL English
IB Minimum Score: 28
†
Concurrent Education:
Primary/Junior, Junior/Intermediate
English s; Math
French and Science
teachables will require
French and Chemistry.
75+ or B
HL or SL English and HL or
SL Mathematics
IB Minimum Score: 28
A-level Mathematics†
Digital Media & Journalism
BA BRANTFORD CAMPUS
English at 75% or B
75+ or B
HL or SL English
IB Minimum Score: 28
†
Economics (Applied)
English; Math
80+ or A-
HL or SL English and HL or
SL Mathematics
IB Minimum Score: 30
A-level Mathematics†
English; Math at 70%
or B-
80+ or A-
HL or SL English and HL or
SL Mathematics
IB Minimum Score: 30
A-level Mathematics†
English; Math at 80%
or A-
75+ or B
HL or SL Mathematics at a 5
and HL or SL English; BSc
requires one of A-level Biology,
Chemistry or Physics
IB Minimum Score: 28
A-level Mathematics†
PROGRAM
Teachable subjects: English, French, Geography, History, Math, and Science
BA/BEd BRANTFORD CAMPUS
BA
Economics, Economics & Accounting,
Economics & Financial Management
BA
Financial Mathematics
BA/BSc
BSc requires one of
Biology, Chemistry or
Physics v
Game Design & Development
BFAA BRANTFORD CAMPUS
English at 70% or B-
75+ or B
HL or SL English
IB Minimum Score: 28
†
Geography, Geography & Geomatics;
Geography & Environmental Science Option
English; Math; two of
Biology, Chemistry or
Physics v
75+ or B
HL or SL English, HL or SL
Mathematics, two of HL or
SL Biology, Chemistry or Physics
IB Minimum Score: 28
A-level Mathematics and and two
of A-level Biology, Chemistry or
Physics†
English; Math; Biology;
Chemistryv
80+ or A-
HL or SL English, HL or
SL Mathematics, HL or SL
Chemistry and HL or SL Biology
IB Minimum Score: 30
A-level Mathematics and A-level
Biology and Chemistry †
English; Math;
Chemistry; Biology v
75+ or B
HL or SL English, HL or
SL Biology, HL or SL Chemistry
and HL or SL Mathematics
IB Minimum Score: 28
A-level Mathematics, Biology and
Chemistry †
English; Biology at 70%
or B-; Math
85+ or A
HL or SL English, HL or SL
Biology, HL or SL Mathematics
IB Minimum Score: 32
Biology, A-level or O-level
Mathematics†
English; Biology at 70%;
Math; one of Chemistry
or Physicsv
85+ or A
BSc
HL or SL English, HL or SL Biology,
HL or SL Mathematics; one of HL
or SL Chemistry or Physics
IB Minimum Score: 32
A-level Mathematics and A-level
Biology and A-level Chemistry or
Physics†
Mathematics
English; Math
75+ or B
BSc requires one of
Biology, Chemistry or
Physicsv
HL or SL English and HL or SL
Mathematics; BSc requires one
of HL or SL Biology, Chemistry
or Physics
IB Minimum Score: 28
A-level Mathematics.
BA/BSc
Music Composition, Comprehensive, Education,
History, Performance, Theory
BMus
English; Grade II Royal
Conservatory of Music
theory or equivalent;
Audition
75+ or B
and Audition HL or SL English
Grade II RCM Theory or
Equivalent, Audition
IB Minimum Score: 28
†
Music Therapy
Apply after completing
two years of Honours
Bachelor of Music
Program.
Admission based on
overall achievement in
music & psych courses,
personal interview and
recommendation of
Music Therapy faculty.
English; Math; one of
Chemistry or Physicsv
75+ or B
HL or SL English, HL or
SL Mathematics, one of HL
or SL Chemistry or Physics
IB Minimum Score: 28
A-level Mathematics and A-level
Chemistry or Physics†
English; Math
75+ or B
HL or SL English and HL or
SL Mathematics
IB Minimum Score: 28
A-level or O-level Mathematics†
English; Math
75+ or B
HL or SL English and HL or
SL Mathematics
IB Minimum Score: 28
A-level or O-level Mathematics†
English; Math;
Biologyv
75+ or B
HL or SL English, HL or
SL Mathematics, and HL
or SL Biology
IB Minimum Score: 28
A-level Mathematics and A-level
Biology †
English
85+ or A
HL or SL English
IB Minimum Score: 32
†
BSc
Health Sciences
BSc
Health Studies
BASc BRANTFORD CAMPUS
Kinesiology & Physical Education
BA
Kinesiology & Physical Education
Students participate in a four Music Therapy practical –
one in each term of third and fourth year.
BMusTh
Physics, Photonics
BSc
Psychology
BA
Psychology
BA BRANTFORD CAMPUS
Psychology
BSc
Social Work
BSW BRANTFORD CAMPUS
BSc requires one of A-level Biology,
Chemistry or Physics†
†
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ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS
Canada
Ghana
Mexico
JINLUO
WANG
Bangladesh
Korea
Hong Kong
“VERONICA”
Iran
China
HOME COUNTRY:
INNER MONGOLIA, CHINA
PROGRAM:
BUSINESS
YEAR: 3
UAE
Malaysia
Trinidad & Tobago
Before coming to Laurier’s Waterloo campus,
I spent six months studying in the LEAF
(ESL) Program at the Brantford campus.
Personally, I believe the short period of
English training also better prepared me for
my university experience by improving my
academic abilities.
如果你有疑问,发邮件给我
Email me at:
internationalambassador@wlu.ca
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Russia
LANGUAGE TEST
MINIMUM SCORE
(TOEFL) TEST OF ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN
Internet-based test (IBT) – Overall
score of 83 with a minimum of 20
in each component
(IELTS) INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE
TESTING SYSTEM ielts.org
6.5
(MELAB) MICHIGAN ENGLISH LANGUAGE
ASSESSMENT BATTERY lsa.umich.edu/eli
85
(CAEL) CANADIAN ACADEMIC ENGLISH
LANGUAGE ASSESSMENT cael.ca
70, with no component below 60
PEARSON TEST OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE
PROFICIENCY
pearsonpte.com
59
LANGUAGE
toefl.org
Indonesia
The English Proficiency Requirements are for undergraduate programs only. Our Graduate
Studies programs have separate requirements.
Exemptions may be granted to applicants who have studied successfully in an Englishinstructional education system, on a full-time basis for a minimum of three years,
exclusive of ESL courses, and who can and who can present acceptable grades in English
and other Humanities/Social Science courses from their senior high school year.
The Laurier Institution code is 0893 if required by testing centres.
Note: Students entering the double degree programs with the University of Waterloo
must meet UW’s English proficiency requirements.
FALL TERM
September to
December
The LEAF Program
$4,950
The LAURIER ENGLISH AND ACADEMIC FOUNDATION (LEAF) PROGRAM
allows academically qualified students who do not meet our English proficiency
requirements the opportunity to receive a conditional offer of admission pending
completion of the 5-level program. This means that no TOEFL or IELTS scores are required.
SUMMER
TERM
June to August
WINTER
TERM
January to April
$3,650
$4,950
SPRING
TERM
April to June
$3,650
HOW DOES THE PROGRAM WORK?
In each calendar year there are two 14-week regular cycles and two 8-week intensive summer
cycles. The regular cycles are longer because they’re aligned with the undergraduate terms, giving
you the opportunity to interact with both domestic and international students during the busiest
times of the year.
WHAT LEVEL WILL I START IN?
Upon arrival, you will be given a placement test to determine which of the five levels is best suited
for you. Our courses focus on academic English and they are designed to prepare students for
success in university.
OUR EDUCATION PARTNERS
We will accept the successful completion
of the LEAF program or the following
English Language Certificate Programs
as proof of language proficiency for
admission to undergraduate programs
without TOEFL or IELTS testing:
WILL I GET A CONDITIONAL OFFER OF ADMISSION?
RENISON UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
English for Academic Success Program
Level 400 minimum grade 75%*
uwaterloo.ca/renison
Conditional Offers of Admissions will be awarded for September 2015 entry to academically
qualified students who are enrolled in, and plan to complete an English Language Certificate
Program. This means that a Conditional Offer of Admission to Laurier can be awarded at the same
time as an Offer of Admission is made to LEAF or a Laurier-affiliated English language program.
UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH
ESL University Preparation Program
Advanced Level minimum grade 75%*
eslguelph.ca
This is appealing if you want the certainty of receiving a letter of acceptance before you leave
home, which will cover the English language training and the subsequent time spent at Laurier.
Conditions will be removed upon completion of the English language program at the level and
grade specified and submission of final official transcripts.
For starting points and tuition fees, please visit chooselaurier.ca/leaf.
LEAF LEVELS
CONESTOGA COLLEGE
English Language Studies Program
Level 4 minimum grade 70%*
conestogac.on.ca/language
For more information, please contact
our partners directly.
* UW Joint degree applicants must also meet UW proficiency requirements
LEVEL ONE
LEVEL TWO
LEVEL THREE
LEVEL FOUR
LEVEL FIVE
Listening & Speaking
Listening & Speaking
Listening & Speaking
Listening & Speaking
Listening & Speaking
Reading & Vocabulary
Reading & Vocabulary
Reading & Vocabulary
Reading & Vocabulary
Reading & Vocabulary
Writing & Research
Writing & Research
Writing & Research
Writing & Research
Writing & Research
Grammar
Grammar
Global Engagement
Grammar
Critical Thinking
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Financial Support
A university education is an investment in your future. You will make many financial
decisions throughout your university career and careful planning is essential. We are
here to support you through this process and will ensure that you receive the
knowledge you need to make informed decisions.
HERE TO HELP
The Laurier International office offers seminars and helpful tips on budgeting and
finances and will remind you when it’s time to apply for scholarships and bursaries.
You can also contact an International Student Advisor to discuss your financial
situation and get advice on different ways to obtain financial support.
PRESIDENT’S GOLD SCHOLARSHIP
Before you arrive, there is a major scholarship opportunity that you should consider
applying for - the President’s Gold Scholarship. This is a renewable scholarship to help
cover your full-time tuition costs, not including incidental fees. The value is $3,000 in
year 1, and $5,000 for years 2 through 4, provided you achieve a minimum GPA of
10.50 during the fall and winter terms of the previous year.
For complete eligibility requirements and application deadline, please visit
wlu.ca/studentawards.
DO I HAVE TO APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS?
Yes, you do. The Student Awards office makes the process easy by having you fill out
an online profile to be automatically considered for all scholarship opportunities that
fit your program, year of study, particular interests and volunteer experiences.
For more information about
scholarships and bursaries, visit:
wlu.ca/studentawards
BURSARIES
A bursary is a monetary gift based on demonstrated financial need and satisfactory
academic achievement. They are available to international students during the fall
and winter terms only and do not have to be paid back. You can apply for bursaries
after you start classes in September. Visit wlu.ca/studentawards for more
information.
PART-TIME WORK
We offer a variety of opportunities for part-time employment during your studies,
and as a full-time student with a valid study permit, you do not need a work permit
to be employed on- or off- campus.
FIRST-YEAR
SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS
The following scholarships are available to
International Students in their first year:
• Farouk and Dawn Ahamed International
Student Scholarship $700
• Automatic Entrance Scholarships $750-$5,000
• Scotiabank Scholarship $5,000
• President’s Gold Scholarship $3,000
2014-2015 UNDERGRADUATE TUITION FEES & EXPENSES
EXPENSES
FULL TIME TUITION
$22,247
RESIDENCE (SINGLE ROOM, DORMITORY)
$5,000
MEAL PLAN ($800 Brantford)
$4,000
TEXT BOOKS
$1,000
HEALTH INSURANCE
INCIDENTAL FEES
TOTAL (TWO TERMS, EIGHT MONTHS)
Chart is an estimate only. Fees subject to increase for 2015/2016.
Residence at the Brantford campus is single room, apartment-style.
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$700
$650
$33,597
• President’s International
Friendship Scholarship $5,000
• Martin Business Administration
Award of Distinction $5,000
• Neo Material Technologies Academic
Scholarships of Distinction $5,000
You can also apply to scholarships and awards
in your 2nd, 3rd and 4th years, that are based
on year, program, athletic and extracurricular
involvement. For more information on how
to apply, please visit wlu.ca/studentawards.
APPLYING TO LAURIER IN
Three easy steps
1
GO ONLINE TO APPLY
If you want to apply to Laurier ONLY (includes those students seeking English
language instruction at LEAF prior to academic studies), apply online through
chooselaurier.ca/internationalapplication and click on How to Apply. This
option allows you to apply for three Laurier programs.
OR If you wish to apply to Laurier and other Ontario universities at the same
time, apply using a 105F application through the Ontario Universities’
Application Centre (OUAC) at ouac.on.ca.
2
APPLICATION DEADLINES
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible in order to allow sufficient time
for processing and for you to obtain your study permit. Please be advised that
spaces in the LEAF Program are limited.
Applications for September 2015 entry should be received no later than
May 1, 2015. Students interested in January 2015 admission should check
our website, chooselaurier.ca/international, at the end of October 2014
for program and space availability.
3
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
In order for us to assess your eligibility for admission, we require the following
documentation:
>> Transcripts: Official transcripts, in English, are required from all previously
attended secondary and post-secondary schools. Transcripts should be mailed
directly to our International Recruitment & Admissions office from the issuing
institution. If you are currently completing courses, send a transcript showing
your course enrolment and grades to date as soon as you apply, and then an
updated transcript at the end of your semester.
>> Proof of English proficiency: For applicants whose first language is not
English.
>> Course descriptions: We will require detailed information about all
post-secondary courses you have taken in order to assess your eligibility
for transfer credit.
All official documents should be sent to:
Next steps
AFTER YOU’VE APPLIED:
1. Y
ou will receive an email confirmation
with your Laurier ID number, which you
can use to access Online Viewing to
check your application status.
chooselaurier.ca/onlineviewing
2. U
nofficial documents can be emailed to
international@wlu.ca.
3. A
ll official documents must be sent directly
from the issuing institution to:
International Recruitment & Admissions,
Wilfrid Laurier University,
75 University Avenue West, Waterloo,
Ontario, Canada N2L 3C5
ONCE YOU HAVE
RECEIVED AN OFFER:
1. A
ccept Laurier’s offer by June 1, 2015
(unless otherwise noted on your Offer
of Admission).
2. A
pply to residence and submit your
non-refundable deposit by June 1, 2015.
3. Obtain your study permit:
In order to study in Canada, you will require
a study permit. You will require your letter
of admission to Laurier in order to apply for
your study permit. Contact a Canadian
Embassy, High Commission or Consulate to
obtain an application. For complete
information on immigration and application
requirements, visit the Government of
Canada website at cic.gc.ca.
International Recruitment & Admissions, Wilfrid Laurier University,
75 University Avenue West, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada N2L 3C5.
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Accepted to Wilfrid Laurier University!
Honestly one of the best moments of
my life @ChooseLaurier
Finally clicked the submit button and
accepted my offer to Laurier, so excited
to be a golden hawk @ChooseLaurier
chooselaurier.ca/international
As much as I'm going to miss a lot of friends and family,
I'm ready to move to Waterloo #Laurier #Freedom
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Laurier is like through the eyes of our current students.
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WATERLOO | BRANTFORD | Kitchener | Toronto
Tel. Country code +1.519.884.1970 x4684
WATERLOO
75 University Avenue West
Waterloo, Ontario
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