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2011InternatIonal applIcant GuIde

Waterloo aND braNtforD, oNtario, CaNaDa

Wilfrid Laurier University | 100 years inspiring lives of leadership and purpose.

You have decided to study abroad, but where should you go? There are many countries to choose from, and even more universities. Why should you look at Canada? Here are three good reasons:

Why Canada? Why Laurier?

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QualityCanada’s high quality education system ranks among the best in the world. A Canadian degree is well-regarded in business, government and academic circles around the globe.

CostCanada is known for its high-quality, low-cost education system. Virtually all of our universities are public, so not only will you receive a quality education, you will find our tuition rates for international students to be lower than many other countries. Studying in Canada costs considerably less than the United States, Australia and the United Kingdom.

The Canadian ExperienceCanada is a friendly, safe country with a high standard of living and one of the most ethnically diverse populations in the world. No wonder over 130,000 students choose to come to study in Canada each year.

After you decide to study in Canada, we hope you will then decide to attend Wilfrid Laurier University, one of

Canada’s best and fastest growing mid-sized universities (our enrolment has grown by almost 50 per cent in five years, even though our admission standards for many of our programs are among the highest). We have more than 14,000

full-time undergraduate and gradudate students studying at campuses in Waterloo, Kitchener and Brantford, Ontario, and offer great undergraduate and graduate programs in arts, business, education, science, social work and music. Although our environment is growing, our university is still noted for its friendliness and sense of community on all of our campuses.

Laurier is big enough to offer excellent programs and distinguished faculty, and yet small enough to offer personal attention to its students.

OUR REpUTaTiOn

Wilfrid Laurier University is one of Canada’s finest undergraduate universities.

96.8% of Laurier graduates secure employment six months after graduation.

In the Globe & Mail’s University Report, our studentsgave Laurier:

In the 2009 Maclean’s university rankings, of the 22 primarily undergraduate universities in Canada, we ranked in the top three in our category for best overall, highest quality, most innovativeand overall reputation.

One of Canada’s finest universities for the past 100 years

MORE REasOns TO ChOOsE LaURiER

• Laurier’s school of Business & Economics is one of Canada’s largest business schools and offers Canada’s largest business co-op program.

• Laurier’s sun Life Movement Disorders Research & Rehabilitation Centre is the only centre of its kind in Canada.

• 100% of Laurier’s science faculty are funded by external granting agencies, a level competitive with Canada’s research-intensive universities.

• The Laurier Centre for Cognitive neuroscience is one of Canada’s premier centres for the study of the brain mechanisms behind thought and cognition.

• Laurier is home to the only university-based music therapy clinicin Canada.

• Laurier graduates have won more gold medals than any other Canadian university, at the national and provincial level, on the Uniform Evaluation (UFE) in accounting.

• Laurier was awarded the Most Enterprising Campus in Canada three years in a row by ACE (Advancing Canadian Entrepreneurship).

• In 2008, Tara hagan was named Ontario student Journalist of the Year by the Ontario Newspaper Association.

• Our Financial Math program is the first undergraduate program of its kind in Canada.

• Laurier was awarded a second term as the host of the academic Council on the United nations system (aCUns) in 2008. Laurier was the first institution to host ACUNS outside of the United States.

• The Tshepo institute for the study of Contemporary africa (TisCa) provides practical assistance to community development organizations on the ground in selected African states.

• Laurier’s archaeology program is one of the most extensive offered at the undergraduate level in Canada.

• Laurier won Gold at 2010 Jeux du Commerce (JDC) and earned the title of “School of the Year.” We were 1st in the following categories; Debate, Marketing, Business Strategy and Participation, 2nd in Entrepreneurship, MIS and Sport and 3rd in Finance.

• Laurier’s photonics program is the only fully integrated English language undergraduate photonics program in Canada.

“A” in Quality of Education

“A+” in Faculty’s Knowledge of Subject Matter

“A” for overall University Atmosphere

MY LaURiER ExpERiEnCE Nikita Tretyakov knew he wanted to study in Canada and had a clear idea of which university he would attend.

“Wilfrid Laurier University is one of the best business schools in Canada,” he exclaims.

But it was also Laurier’s strong sense of community and small campus atmosphere that ultimately won Tretyakov over.

“I’m really happy with my decision to be in the Business and Math double degree program,” he says. “The University makes it possible for students to have a very diverse life with a mix of studying, working, social and sports activities.”

Being an international student from Russia, Tretyakov has also had to adjust to Canadian culture – a task he didn’t find hard to do.

“I’ve had an unbelievable experience in Canada,” says Tretyakov. “I really enjoy Waterloo. It’s a city full of students and entertainment.”

MY LaURiER ExpERiEnCE After spending some of her vacation time in Canada and noticing how friendly everyone was, Zaira Rangel decided that Canada would be a great place to attend university. Rangel initially chose Laurier because of its small campus. She felt the close-knit community encouraged her to get to know and make friends with people from her classes and from other programs.

“Laurier makes you feel like you are part of a big family, the Laurier family,” she says. “Laurier has exceeded my expectations!”

As a psychology student, Rangel likes that she is given opportunities to apply the knowledge she has learned from lectures and design and conduct experiments in other courses. She also works as a research assistant in the psychology department.

“At Laurier, there are always ways in which you can gain knowledge outside of the classroom.”

MY LaURiER ExpERiEnCE Every year, at the end of summer, first-year students prepare anxiously for the big move to Waterloo. For some, that might mean a short drive down the highway. But for TK Mawuli Azaglo, it meant travelling 8,803 kilometers from Ghana, Africa to a country very different from his own.

“I had some challenges adjusting to life in Canada, such as the cold weather, a different education system and the culture shock,” he recalls. “But there is great support from Laurier’s International Office and from many of the people around me.”

Now a fourth-year honours student double majoring in Political Science and Global Studies, Azaglo has found his place at Laurier.

“I have found my passion for my future ambitions at Laurier and I would strongly recommend coming here to everyone,” he says. “Laurier is not just an educational institution, it’s also a place that takes pride in producing well-rounded students and future leaders of the world.”.

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nikita Tretyakov Country: Russia

Majors: Business & Mathematics (UW)

Zaira Rangel Country: Mexico

Majors: Psychology

TK Mawuli azaglo Country: Ghana

Majors: Political Science and Global Studies

UndErgrAdUAtE dEgrEES• Ancient Mediterranean Studies• Anthropology• Applied Economics• Bachelor of Education• Biochemistry & Biotechnology• Biology • Business Administration• Business & Computer Science• Business & Computer Science (UW)• Business & Computing and Computer

Electronics• Business & Financial Mathematics• Business & Mathematics (UW)• Chemistry• Communication Studies• Computer Science• Computer Science & Psychology• Computing & Computer Electronics• Concurrent Education*• Contemporary Studies*• Criminology* • Cultural Studies• Economics• Economics & Accounting• Economics & Financial Management• English†

• Environmental Studies• Film Studies• Financial Mathematics and Financial

Management (pending senate approval)

• Financial Mathematics• Geography • Geography & Geomatics• Geography with Environmental Science• Global Studies• Health Administration*• Health Science• Health Studies* • History†

• Human Rights & Human Diversity*• Journalism*• Kinesiology & Physical Education • Languages & Literatures• Law and Society*• Leadership* • Mathematics

• Medieval Studies• Mediterranean Studies• Music• Music Therapy• Near Eastern & Classical Archaeology• North American Archaeology• North American Studies• Philosophy• Photonics• Physical Geography• Physics• Political Science• Psychology†

• Religion and Culture• Sociology• Women and Gender Studies• Youth & Children Studies*

OptiOnS• Ancient Language• Applied Mathematics• Children’s Education & Development*• Co-operative Education• Environmental Science• Environment and Society*• Finance & Accounting• Indigenous Studies*• International Development*• Legal Studies Option• Management Option†

• Media Studies*• Muslim Studies• Public Relations*• Research Specialization

* Offered only at our campus in Brantford, Ontario.† Offered at both Waterloo and Brantford campuses.

UndErgrAdUAtE diplOMAS• Accounting• Business • Chamber Music• Opera • Performance

grAdUAtE dEgrEES• Ancient Mediterranean Cultures (MA)• Business Administration (MBA)• Economics (MA)• Chemistry (MSc)• Communication Studies (MA)• Criminology (MA) – Pending approval by

the Ontario Council on Graduate Studies*• Cultural Analysis and Social Theory (MA)• English (MA, PhD)• Finance (MFin)• Geography (MA, MES, MSc, PhD)• Global Governance (PhD)• History (MA, PhD)• Integrative Biology (MSc)• International Public Policy (MIPP)• Kinesiology (MSc)• Management (MSc, PhD)• Mathematics (MSc)• Music Therapy (MMT)• Philosophy (MA)• Political Science (MA)• Psychology (MA, MSc, PhD)• Religion and Culture (MA)• Religious Studies (PhD)• Social Work (MSW, PhD)• Sociology (MA)

WAtErlOO lUthErAn SEMinAry

Federated with Wilfrid laurier University, Waterloo lutheran Seminary offers the following programs:

• Master of Arts in Theology (MA)• Master of Divinity (MDiv)• Master of Divinity-Master of Social Work

joint degree (MDiv-MSW)• Doctor of Ministry (DMin)• Diploma in Multifaith Spiritual Care &

Counselling(Dip MFSC)

Program choice and flexibility


About our faculties

Laurier Brantford: Opened in 1999 with only 39 students, our Brantford campus has established itself as a leader in innovative, liberal arts programming. Offering programs such as Criminology, Contemporary Studies, Human Rights & Human Diversity, Law and Society, Journalism, Health Studies and Leadership, a popular Concurrent Education program, Youth & Children’s Studies, and a broad selection of combination degree/diploma programs through partnerships with several Ontario colleges, Laurier Brantford continues to innovate. The campus now boasts over 2,500 students in more than 23 buildings in downtown Brantford. The campus is integrated into the city, providing students with the unique opportunity to truly be a part of their local community. Student engagement is key on campus, with many clubs committed to making a difference in the world, including: Journalists for Human Rights (JHR), World University Service Canada (WUSC), and Project Empathy, which was established by Laurier Brantford students to raise awareness of the AIDS pandemic. Students involved with Project Empathy complete bi-annual trips to Botswana and have created a documentary to share their stories. Pending approval by the Ontario Council on Graduate Studies, by September 2011, the Brantford campus will also be offering a graduate program, a MA in criminology. www.chooselaurier.ca/international | 5

Faculty of arts: Arts is our largest faculty, with more than 110 full-time faculty members. Almost half of all Laurier students are Arts majors; they are drawn to Laurier Arts for traditional programs such as English, History, Political Science, Religion and Culture, Geography and Archaeology, and by exciting new interdisciplinary programs such as Communication Studies, Medieval Studies, Global Studies, Cultural Studies and North American Studies that cross academic boundaries.

Faculty of Music: With enrolment deliberately restricted to about 300 students, Laurier’s undergraduate music program is small enough to give students ready access to their instructors but large enough to form a full orchestra, four choirs and ensembles in chamber music, opera, wind, jazz and improvisation. Laurier also has an innovative Music Therapy program at both the undergraduate and graduate level.

Faculty of science: Science is one of Laurier’s most entrepreneurial faculties. We’ve been building new facilities and developing new programs that are on the cutting edge of science. At Laurier, Science students don’t just learn about science, they do science. Our programs emphasize lab work, research papers and projects, field experiments, placements with community agencies and our students have the opportunity to work alongside their professors on current research within their field of study.

school of Business & Economics: One of Canada’s leading and largest business schools, the Laurier School of Business & Economics is known for its innovative programs and commitment to teaching excellence. Our business programs use case discussions, simulation games, visits by business executives and student projects to provide a real world experience where students can experiment and apply theoretical learning. Our diverse economics programs allow students to combine the study of economics with accounting, financial management and business administration. Laurier SBE is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.

Faculty of Education: Wilfrid Laurier University’s Faculty of Education offers a one-year, full-time, consecutive Bachelor of Education degree. We now offer two programs: Primary/Junior, that qualifies candidates in the primary and junior divisions (grades JK to 6) and Junior/Intermediate program, that qualifies candidates in the junior and intermediate divisions (grades 4 to 10) in the following subject specialties: English, French as a second language, geography, health and physical education, history, instrumental music, mathematics, general science, and vocal music.

At the undergraduate level, Laurier has seven academic faculties – Arts, Science, Business & Economics, Music, Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies, Social Work, and Education – and campuses in both Waterloo and Brantford,

Ontario. Each has a distinctive character but they all share a commitment to innovation and academic excellence.

A student-centred universityCampus life at LaurierLaurier is a friendly, supportive university. Together, our staff and student volunteers have a wealth of information on diverse issues. It’s not big and impersonal. We don’t have classes of 1,000 to 1,500 students, and our profs are dedicated and approachable people who genuinely care about their students. In national surveys, we consistently receive top marks for our services to students, because our students’ well being, quality of life, safety, enjoyment and success are important to us.

Those surveys also tell us there’s no university in Canada that has more school spirit, a better atmosphere, or a stronger sense of community. That’s true whether you’re studying at our campus in Waterloo or our campus in Brantford.

We value international studentsLaurier has a commitment to internationalism. Our small but growing international student body includes people from all over the world. Because we don’t have a large number of international students, the opportunities are much greater for students from abroad to live and make friends with Canadian students.

Laurier internationalwww.wlu.ca/international

The Laurier international office is the international student’s home away from home and your first stop for services. Our staff and student volunteers are dedicated to ensuring your Laurier experience is the best it can be. We encourage you to take advantage of the services, programs and resources we have to offer!

For more information, visit the Laurier International website and read the PDF version of the International Student Handbook at www.wlu.ca/international


• Support with renewal of study and work permits and visas

• Pre-arrival information• Assistance in finding temporary

or long-term housing • Orientation programs for the

university and the community• International Student Advisor• Mentorship program• Social programs and outings • Financial, social, cultural

or personal advising, both individually and in groups

• Liaison with community groups and personnel on campus to assist in resolving issues

• Liaison with Citizenship and Immigration Canada, foreign embassies in Canada and in the US if necessary

• Support for international student groups and organizations

• Income tax information sessions• Friendly staff to help make your

Canadian educational experience profitable and enjoyable

What we offer youinternational students’ association (isa) www.isalaurier.com

Is a dedicated group of International & Canadian students who aim to strengthen both your academic and social experience at Laurier. Coming to a new country, new community and new school can be challenging, but we are here to support you.

Laurier international Friendship Extension (LiFE)Designed to help international students adapt to their new environment, Laurier’s LIFE program provides support and friendship through the use of student mentors. Activities include sports events, movie nights and participation in International Development Week.

headstart program for international studentswww.wlu.ca/headstart

Do you have questions about registering for courses? Do you want to hear tips on time management and how to study for exams? Are you interested in chatting with current students about what to expect in your first year at Laurier? Laurier’s online Headstart program is designed to make the transition to university life easier for international students.

Laurier by the numbers• 71,010 alumni in 88 countries• 14,126 full-time students• 7 faculties• 1,000+ student jobs on campus

• Over 110 campus clubs and faculty associations

• 21 research centres and institutes• 516 full-time experienced and

passionate professors

Caring for our studentsLaurier offers a range of services on both campuses to support the academic, social and personal needs of students. Whether you are having trouble with a course, looking for a part-time job or need to see a doctor — our student services are here to help!

For fitness and funwww.laurierathletics.com

As a Laurier student you will be eligible to participate in various athletic programs, either competitively or just for fun.

Waterloo You’ll have access to our well-equipped gym and fitness centre, which has just undergone a $4.3-million facelift. In addition to an Olympic-length indoor pool and squash courts, our air-conditioned Athletic Complex now features a super circuit room and fully-equipped dance studio, plus a rock-climbing wall and cycle room.

Brantford The Wilkes House Recreation Centre has fully equipped weight and cardio rooms, a gym and space for activities ranging from yoga and Pilates to aerobics and dance. Visit us online at www.brantford.mylaurier.ca

Laurier has 20 varsity sport teams that compete against other universities across Canada. Our Golden Hawks enjoy a winning tradition in varsity sports, claiming national and provincial titles. Information regarding try-outs and contact information for coaches can be found at www.laurierathletics.com.

Each year more than 7,000 Laurier students participate in intra-mural activities in 40 sports, ranging from basketball to ultimate Frisbee and dodgeball. If you are looking for a great way to stay fit, release some stress and meet new friends, give intramurals a try!

The student/university partnershipwww.wlusu.com

Laurier has one of the most active undergraduate student unions with a 12 million dollar budget. The WLU student’s union operates 11 businesses on campus, represents the student body on the university’s Senate and Board of Governors and coordinates 120 clubs and volunteer activities on campus. Visit www.wlusu.com for more information.

OneCardwww.waterloo.mylaurier.ca/onecard

The OneCard is our multi-purpose photo identification card. The OneCard will let you access:

The OneCard works like a debit card: every time you make a purchase using your OneCard, the amount of your purchase is deducted from your account. Money can be added to your account online at www.waterloo.mylaurier.ca/onecard.

A caring community

rEcrEAtiOnAl SpOrtS And ActivitiES vArSity tEAMS - Men vArSity tEAMS - Women

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• Health Services• Counselling Services• Accessible Learning Office• Office for Student Diversity• Student Leadership Centre• Student Health and

Development Centre• Learning Services• Mathematics Assistance Centre

• Writing Centre• Study Skills and Supplemental

Instruction• Career Development Centre• Community Service-Learning• Rainbow Centre• Women’s Centre• Chaplains Office

• Your meal plan*• The athletic Complex in

Waterloo or Wilkes House Recreation Centre in Brantford

• The Library • Free transportation on

Grand River Transit (GRT) system in Waterloo or Brantford Transit in Brantford

* Waterloo Campus only

• Aerobics• Aquatics• Ball hockey• Basketball• Cyclefit• Dance classes• Dodgeball• Flag football• Ice hockey• Innertube water polo

• Kempo-Justu• Mixed martial arts• NIA fitness• Personal

training• Pilates• Rock climbing• Samurai Sword• Soccer• Slo-pitch

• Squash• Swimming• Tae kwon do• Tennis• T riathlon training• Ultimate frisbee• Volleyball• Yoga

• Baseball• Basketball• Cheerleading• Cross country• Curling• Football• Golf

• Hockey• Indoor middle

distance• Rugby• Soccer• Swimming• Volleyball

• Basketball• Cheerleading• Cross country• Curling• Field lacrosse• Golf• Hockey

• Indoor middle distance

• Rugby• Soccer• Swimming• Volleyball

Guaranteed residencewww.waterloo.mylaurier.ca/residence

Laurier guarantees residence to first-year undergraduate students, provided you submit your residence application and deposit before June 2, 2011. We offer single and double rooms in both dormitory and apartment-style buildings. Our nationally recognized residence life system provides support and activities to help make students feel at home and make the most out of their first-year experience. To take a virtual tour of our Waterloo residences visit www.waterloo.mylaurier.ca/residence and for our in Brantford residences www.brantford.mylaurier.ca/residence.

For those interested in living off campus, our Residential Services Office maintains a free, up-to-date online listing of available student housing in Waterloo and Brantford: visit http://offcampus.mylaurier.ca for Waterloo listings or www.places4students.com for listings in Brantford.

Residence lifeThe staff in our Residence Life Office is 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 support to students as they make the transition to living away from home.

Learning CommunitiesA Learning Community (LC) is a themed residence environment designed specifically for first-year students. Our LCs are designed to extend opportunities for learning and growth beyond the classroom to a select group of students who share common residential and personal interests. We offer several LC’s such as the Leadership & Service Learning Community, Concurrent Education Community, Global Engagement Community and the School of Business & Economics LC.

Meal plans and dining optionsStudents rank our food services among the best in the country. Why? Choice and quality. Meal plans are available at the Waterloo campus and are required for all dormitory residence students. Students living in apartment-style residences and off-campus may also purchase a meal plan.

There are more than 14 food venues on campus ranging from a full-service restaurant to a marché-style dining hall to numerous coffee shops and cafés. A wide range of menu choices including vegetarian, vegan and Asian cuisine are offered and we are able to accommodate special diets such as kosher and halal. In addition there are over 7 off-campus restaurants that accept Laurier’s OneCard.

Looking for some food that reminds you of home? The city of Waterloo has many specialty food markets and fantastic restaurants serving authentic cuisine from around the world — many of which are within walking distance from Laurier.

In Brantford, all of our residences are apartment-style, so you’ll have your own kitchen and will be within walking distance of a grocery store and a farmer’s market. In addition, there are a number of restaurants in the downtown core that cater to the student appetite (and budget!)

Home away from home


Residence is guaranteed to all first-year students.

We have more than 3,469 residence spaces.

yOUr rESidEncE rOOMWhat’s included:

Dorm-style room, one bedDorm-style room, two beds

apartment-style, four beds, two bathrooms

dOrM-StylE rOOM

• Bed frame and mattress • Desk and chair • Wastebasket and recycling bin

• Bookshelves• Closet and shelves• Internet access

ApArtMEnt-StylE rOOM

• Bed frame and mattress • Desk and chair • Bookshelves• Closets 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

Most of our students study at our main campus in Waterloo, Ontario, a thriving, culturally diverse city just 100 km west of Toronto. With a population of

325,000 people in the Kitchener-Waterloo area, Waterloo is a safe, comfortable community offering all the amenities you could want. Waterloo is at the centre of Canada’s high-tech industry (Research In Motion, makers of the BlackBerry, is among the many tech companies located here) and is home to three post-secondary institutions. In 2007, Waterloo was named the world’s most intelligent community.

The City of Waterloo, OntarioThe Waterloo Region offers a balance between unspoiled, natural beauty and vibrant urban life. Visitors can spend time exploring fascinating historic landmarks or discovering our many wonderful restaurants, farmer’s markets, theatres, factory outlets, galleries, and colourful festivals. Sports enthusiasts have a wealth of activities, from world class golf courses, great fishing, and canoeing, to hiking and trail-riding along our beautiful Grand River.

Waterloo Region is one of the most multicultural communities in Canada. About 20 per cent of the area’s residents were born outside Canada, and about nine per cent identify themselves as members of a visible minority. The largest populations of visible minorities in Kitchener and Waterloo are South Asian, Black (including African, Haitian, Jamaican and Somali), Southeast Asian, Latin American, Chinese, Arab and West Asian, Filipino, Japanese and Korean.

Reflecting this diversity, there are many restaurants and specialty food shops that cater to the international community in Waterloo (most just a few minutes’ walk from the campus), and there are also a number of religious organizations catering to Christian, Jewish, Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, Buddhist and other faiths.

The City of Brantford, OntarioOur Brantford campus is located in downtown Brantford, a vibrant community of approximately 95,000 people in the heart of southern Ontario. Brantford has active cultural, arts, music and sports communities, and is known for its beautiful parks and community trails. The campus is surrounded by a great selection of student-oriented shops, restaurants and services.

Brantford is also conveniently located — downtown Toronto is just an hour away by car, Hamilton is a 20-minute drive, and in just 90 minutes you can be in the U.S. border city of Buffalo, New York. Laurier’s campus in Waterloo is only 50 minutes away by car. Both campuses are close to international airports: Pearson International Airport, located in Toronto, and Hamilton International Airport in Hamilton, Ontario.

Welcome to your new home

according to the United nations human Development index, Canada is one of the best places in the world to live.

In 2008, Canada ranked fourth behind Iceland, Norway, and Australia in the annual survey, which evaluated the quality of life in 179 countries.


in 2007, Waterloo was named the world’s most intelligent community.

AbOUt thE WEAthEr Southwestern Ontario experiences four distinct seasons:

tO lEArn MOrE viSit:

• Discover Canada www.travelcanada.ca

• Citizenship and immigration Canadawww.cic.gc.ca

• Government of Ontario travel sitewww.ontariotravel.net

• Kitchener-Waterloo Tourismwww.kwtourism.ca

• Brantford Tourism www.visitbrantford.ca

Spring March temperatures from to May 10-20ºC (50-68ºF)

Summer June hot and humid to August temperatures from 20-30ºC (68-86ºF)

Fall September temperatures from to November 7-20ºC (44-68ºF)

Winter December temperatures from to February -10 to 2ºC (14-35ºF)

Applying to Laurier how to applywww.ouac.on.ca

All students must apply online through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) at www.ouac.on.ca. International students use the 105F form, while Canadian citizens completing their secondary education outside of Canada use the 105D form.

application deadlineswww.chooselaurier.ca/international

Applications must be received by May 1, 2011 to be considered for September entry, and November 15, 2011 to be considered for January 2012 entry. 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. Admission for January entry to select programs is subject to space availability. If you are interested in January entry, visit our international student website for more information at www.chooselaurier.ca/international.

Check your application status onlineOnce you have applied to Laurier, you will receive an email with your LORIS account login which will allow you to view your application status online.

Required documentsIn order for us to assess your eligibility for admission, Laurier requires the following documentation. Do not wait until the deadline to submit your documents, the earlier we receive your documents, the earlier we can consider you for admission!

1. Transcripts - Official transcripts, in English, are required from all previously attended secondary and post-secondary schools. Transcripts should be mailed directly to Laurier’s 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.

2. proof of proficiency in English (if required)

3. Course descriptions - Laurier will require detailed information about all post-secondary courses you have taken in order to assess your eligibility for transfer credit.

All required documents should be sent to Laurier’s Admissions Office:

Admissions OfficeWilfrid Laurier University 75 University Avenue West Waterloo, Ontario CANADA N2L 3C5

Obtaining your study permitwww.cic.gc.ca

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. Application processing time can take up to three months in some countries, so we encourage you to apply for your study permit well in advance of your program start date. For complete information on immigration and application requirements, visit the Government of Canada website at www.cic.gc.ca.

Once you have received an offer:1. accept WLU’s offer by June 2, 2011 (unless otherwise noted).2. apply to residence by June 2, 2011.3. Obtain your study permit.4. Register for classes (fall & winter) starting May 1, 2011.5. Register for International Orientation by contacting Anna Choudhury at [email protected].


English language requirements


English language support programswww.chooselaurier.ca/international

Laurier’s Faculty of Science is pleased to offer English Language Support Programs to students who have been conditionally accepted to Laurier but who have not yet attained the required English language proficiency test score. A minimum score on one of the following tests is required:

Students with conditional offers in the following Faculty of Science programs are eligible to participate:

We offer a summer intensive program and a fall program where students can take up to two half-credit courses in science towards their undergraduate degree.

Students will be offered unconditional admission to an undergraduate program upon successful completion of their language studies. Students must apply through the Ontario Universities Application Centre at www.ouac.on.ca. All required documentation including test of English language proficiency score must be received by Laurier’s Admissions Office by April 1, 2011. For more information, visit www.chooselaurier.ca/international.

subsequent year conditional admission for students seeking admission following intensive English Language studiesConditional Offers of Admissions will be awarded for September 2012 entry to academically qualified students who are enrolled in and plan to complete an English Language Certificate Program with one of our Education partners in 2011/2012. This means that a conditional Offer of Admission to Laurier can be awarded at the same time as an Offer is made to your Laurier-affiliated English language program. This will appeal to applicants who want the certainty of two Letters of Acceptance before they 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. An application for this unique program can be obtained from your Laurier Education partner of choice.

• Health Services• Counselling Services• Accessible Learning Office• Office for Student Diversity• Student Leadership Centre• Student Health and

Development Centre• Learning Services• Mathematics Assistance Centre

• Writing Centre• Study Skills and Supplemental

Instruction• Career Development Centre• Community Service-Learning• Rainbow Centre• Women’s Centre• Chaplains Office

• TOEFL 530; 73 iBT • MELAB 75

• IELTS Band 5• CAEL Band 50

• Biochemistry/Biotechnology• Chemistry• Computer Electronics

• Computer Science• Financial Math• Math

• Photonics• Physics

English Language Requirements for undergraduate programs only.

Exemptions may be granted to applicants who have studied success fully in an English-instructional education system, on a full-time basis for a minimum of three years, 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.

EdUcAtiOn pArtnErS

Laurier will accept successful completion of the following English Language Certificate Programs as proof of language proficiency for admission to undergraduate programs:

Renison CollegeEnglish for academic success program Advanced Level - minimum 75%www.renison.uwaterloo.ca

University of GuelphEnglish Language Certificate program Advanced Level - minimum 75%www.eslguelph.ca

Conestoga CollegeEnglish Language studies program Advanced Level - minimum* 70%* The BBA/BMath and BBA/BCS programs require Advanced Level - minimum 75%www.conestogac.on.ca/international/admissions

For more information, please contact our partners directly.

lAngUAgE tESt

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)www.toefl.org

International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS) www.ielts.org

Michigan Test of English Language Proficiency (MELAB)www.lsa.umich.edu/eli

Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL)www.cael.ca

Pearson Test of English Language Proficiency

MiniMUM ScOrE

Paper test – 560Internet-based test (IBT)– Overall score of 83 with a minimum of 20 in each component

6.5 85

70, with no part below 60

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Laurier English & academic Foundation (LEaF) programLaurier has started its own English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) program. Academically qualified students who do not meet Laurier’s English proficiency requirements would receive a conditional Offer of Admission pending completion of the 5-level program. The program schedule allows for five 10-week cycles throughout the calendar year. Upon arrival, students will be given a placement test to determine which of the five levels is best suited for them. Our courses will focus on academic English. They are designed to prepare students for success in university. For more information please contact Breanna Brooks at [email protected]

hOW MUch Will it cOSt?

2010–2011 UndErgrAdUAtE FEES And ExpEnSES

Full-time tuition $ 18,869

Residence $ 4,434(single room, dormitory)

Meal plan $ 3,339

Textbooks $ 1,000

Health Insurance $ 756

Incidental fees $ 971

tOtAl (two terms, eight months) $29,369

Guide is an estimate only. Refer to www.chooselaurier.ca/international for details. Fees subject to increase for 2011/2012.

Dorm and meal plan Waterloo campus only.

International students ($CDN)

Financing your educationEmployment opportunitieswww.wlu.ca/international

International students studying full time at a Canadian university can now earn extra income to pay for their education by working off campus. There are over 1,000 student jobs on campus. Providing you meet the eligibility criteria (see www.wlu.ca/international), you may receive an off-campus work permit allowing you to work up to 20 hours a week during the school year and up to 40 hours a week during breaks and holidays. Students with study permits may also earn extra income by working on campus. International students may also apply to our co-op programs in Business, Economics, Arts and Science.

Co-opwww.wlu.ca/co-op

International students have the opportunity to gain paid work experience through Laurier’s co-operative education program. Students in Arts, Science, Business and Economics programs can gain 8-16 months of paid work experience to complement their academic studies. Students interested in co-op apply after their first year of studies. Students have had the opportunity of working for several international companies such as Pepsi, Procter and Gamble, S.C. Johnson and Son, Research In Motion, and Disney & Microsoft. For more information on Laurier Co-op, visit www.wlu.ca/co-op.

Career Centrewww.wlu.ca/career

Whether it’s helping you find a part-time job while you’re a student, teaching you how to write a resumé, or helping you get your first job after graduation, Laurier’s Career Centre is on your side.

Laurier also co-hosts the two largest post-secondary employment fairs in the country, featuring employers looking to hire contract, summer, co-op, part-time and full-time employees. Laurier Alumni have access to the career centre for the rest of their life! We have International Student Alumni working all over the world for IBM, RBC, Hewlett-Packard, Ernst & Young, etc.

Financial assistancewww.wlu.ca/entrancescholarshipgrid

Tuition, books, supplies, accommodation, food - there’s no way around it: four or more years of university can cost a lot of money. But a recent study found that the average income of those with a university degree is about 80 per cent higher than those with just a high school diploma. So as an investment in your career and earning potential, it really is money well spent. And the good news is we can help you. Laurier offers many scholarships, awards and bursaries based on academic achievement and financial need.

Entrance scholarships for first-year international students are awarded automatically based on your academic performance.

• 90% (A or equivalent) $1,000

• 80% (A- or equivalent) $750

International students can apply to scholarships and awards in their 2nd, 3rd and 4th year at Laurier that are based on year, program, athletic and extracurricular involvement. If you are a Canadian citizen studying overseas, permanent resident or international applicant who has completed their final year of high school in Canada, you will be assessed on the Entrance Scholarship Grid found at this link www.wlu.ca/entrancescholarshipgrid.

scotiabank international Entrance scholarshipsThese scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement to visa students entering their first year of full-time studies at Laurier in an undergraduate program. Preference is given to students from Latin America.

To be eligible for these entrance scholarships, it is recommended that your documents be submitted by Friday March 18th, 2011. Students receiving scholarships will be notified in September when they are on campus.


This year Laurier is celebrating its 100th birthday and what better way to share our excitement than to reward 100 of our most promising future students with 100fulltuitionentrancescholarships. Staying true to our intention of “inspiring lives of leadership and purpose”, our goal is to attract qualified students from around the world who will make a mark on our community, during their time at Laurier and beyond.

please visit www.chooselaurier.ca/100 for more information.


DEGREE pROGRaM REQUiRED COURsEs aDMissiOn RanGE

honours Bachelor of arts Degree

Ancient Mediterranean Studies, Anthropology, English, Environmental Studies, French, Geography, Global Studies, History, Languages, Mediterranean Studies, Near Eastern & Classical Archaeology, North American Archaeology, Philosophy, Political Science, Religion & Culture, Sociology, Spanish

English High 70s to low 80s

Communication Studies English High 70s to low 80s

Cultural Studies, Film Studies, Medieval Studies, North American Studies (available only as combination programs)

English High 70s to low 80s

Biology English; Biology at 70% Mid to high 70s

Computer Science Combination

(Available only as a combination program)

English; Math Mid to high 70s

Financial Mathematics English; Math § Mid to high 70s

Kinesiology & Physical Education English; Biology at 70%; Math Mid to high 80s

Mathematics English; Math Mid to high 70s

Psychology English; Math Mid to high 70s

honours Bachelor of arts Degree (Brantford campus only)

Contemporary Studies English Mid 70s

Contemporary Studies with Children’s Education & Development English Mid 70s

Criminology English Mid 70s

English English Mid to high 70s

Health Administration English Mid 70s

Health Studies English Mid 70s

History (Available only as a combination program) English Mid to high 70s

Human Rights & Human Diversity English Mid 70s

Journalism English at 75% Mid to high 70s

Law & Society English Mid 70s

Leadership English Mid 70s

Psychology English; Math Mid to high 70s

Youth and Children’s Studies English Mid 70s

Admission Requirements Apply online at www.ouac.on.ca

continuesnote: All other required courses must be at a minimum of 60%, except where indicated. *A combined minimum average of 70% is required, except Biochemistry and Health Sciences, which requires 75%. § A combined minimum average of 80% in the prerequisite Mathematics courses. Please see specific program pages for more information.

hOnOUR OF hOsTinGIn July 2003, Wilfrid Laurier University won the honour of hosting the academic Council on the United nations system (aCUns). This prestigious international organization recently renewed Laurier’s term as host. The ACUNS mandate is to promote excellence in research, writing, and teaching about the United Nations, international organization, international law, and the processes of multilateralism in international relations. Laurier is the perfect host for ACUNS, given the university’s reputation for political science programs and its ties to the Waterloo-based Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI) and the new Balsillie School of International Affairs.


DEGREE pROGRaM REQUiRED COURsEs aDMissiOn RanGE

Admission Requirements


honours Bachelor of arts/Bachelor of Education Degree (Brantford campus only)

BA/BEd – Primary/Junior

note: Students completing an option with the concurrent (p/J) program should consult with an academic advisor when registering for first-year courses.

English at 70%; Math

note: prerequisite courses calculated in admission average

Low 80s

BA/BEd – Junior/Intermediate English at 70%; Math


Low 80s

BA/BEd – Junior/Intermediate

With French Teaching option

English at 70%; Math; French at 70%


Low 80s

honours applied Economics (Ba)

Applied Economics English; Math Low 80s

honours Economics (Ba)

Economics, Economics & Accounting, Economics & Financial Management English; Math at 70% Low 80s

honours Bachelor of Business administration (BBa)

Accounting, Brand Communication and Management, Business and Sustainability, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Human Resource Management, Insurance & Risk Management, International Business, Marketing, Supply Chain Management

English at 70%; Math at 70%


Mid to high 80s

honours Business and Computer science

Business and Computer Science English at 70%; Math at 70% §


Mid to high 80s

honours Business and Computing & Computer Electronics

Business and Computing & Computer Electronics English at 70%; Math at 70% §


Mid to high 80s

honours Business and Financial Mathematics

Business and Financial Mathematics English at 70%; Math average at 80%


Mid to high 80s

Apply online at www.ouac.on.ca


Admission RequirementsDEGREE pROGRaM REQUiRED COURsEs aDMissiOn RanGE


MY LaURiER ExpERiEnCE Caleb Williams initially decided to come to Laurier because he felt like it “had more to offer than other universities, especially in terms of quality education.”

Williams, who is currently majoring in global studies, loves the program and has benefitted greatly from the program’s strong reputation and excellent professors.

“I must say choosing Laurier is a decision I will never regret because I am able to relate with people and my professors, who are always ready to help and interrelate with me.”

Outside of the classroom, Williams has gotten involved with the Future of Africa organization and really enjoy his time in Canada.

“My experience in Canada is like no other experience,” he says. “In coming here, I realize that I do things that I would never have thought to do.”

Caleb WilliamsCountry: Nigeria

Major: Global Studies

honours Business (WLU) and honours Bachelor of Computer science (UW) (Joint program)

Business and Computer Science

Must meet admission criteria for both Laurier Business and University of Waterloo Computer Science.



Low 90s

honours Business (WLU) and honours Math (UW) (Joint program)

Business & Mathematics

Must meet admission criteria for both Laurier Business and University of Waterloo Mathematics.



Low 90s

honours Bachelor of Music

Composition, Comprehensive, Education, History, Performance, Theory

A practicum program is available to students in third and/or fourth year.

English. Grade II Royal Conservatory of Music theory or equivalent. Audition

Mid to high 70s

+ audition

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

honours Bachelor of science

Biochemistry/Biotechnology English; Biology; Math; Chemistry at 75%*

Mid to high 70s

Biology, Biology & Chemistry, Biology & Physical Geography, Biology & Psychology English; Chemistry; Math; Biology at 70%*

Mid to high 70s


honours Bachelor of science

Biology & Mathematics English; Math; Chemistry; Biology at 70%*

Mid to high 70s

Chemistry English; Math; Chemistry* Mid to high 70s

Chemistry & Mathematics English; Math; Chemistry* Mid to high 70s

Computer Science English; Math, Chemistry or Physics*

Mid to high 70s

Computer Science & Mathematics English; Math; one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics*

Mid to high 70s

Computer Science & Psychology English; Math, Chemistry, Physics or Biology*

Mid to high 70s

Computing & Computer Electronics English; Math, Chemistry or Physics*

Mid to high 70s

Financial Mathematics English; Math; one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics* §

Mid to high 70s

Geography, Geography & Geomatics English; Math; two of Biology, Chemistry or Physics*

Mid to high 70s

Health Sciences English; Math; Biology; Chemistry*

Low to mid 80s

Kinesiology & Physical Education English; Biology at 70%; Math; one of Chemistry or Physics*

Mid to high 80s

Mathematics English; Math; one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics*

Mid to high 70s

Physics, Photonics English; Math, Chemistry or Physics*

Mid to high 70s

Psychology English; Math; Biology* Mid to high 70s

Admission RequirementsDEGREE pROGRaM REQUiRED COURsEs aDMissiOn RanGE

note: All other required courses must be at a minimum of 60%, except where indicated. *A combined minimum average of 70% is required, except Biochemistry and Health Sciences, which requires 75%.§ A combined minimum average of 80% in the prerequisite Mathematics courses. Please see specific program pages for more information.t

Laurier is only able to issue one Offer of Admission to each applicant. Please be sure to list your choices in order of preference. If you have applied to multiple programs at Laurier and qualify for the first program listed, we will not proceed with further assessments.

If you are not eligible for admission to the program to which you have applied, Laurier will automatically assess you for an alternate program; you do not need to submit an additional application.

General admissions informationFor country specific information, visit: www.chooselaurier.ca/international




The Laurier Graduate Experience

There are many advantages to a Laurier graduate education:

• Laurier offers the opportunity to pursue your research and scholarly interests in a personalized environment that fosters academic excellence.

• Laurier’s innovative programs include Canada’s first 12-month MBA program, the first Master of Music Therapy program, the unique field in Indigenous social work practice in the MSW program, and the MSc program in integrative biology, unique in its approach to questions in biology from multiple levels of explanation.

• Laurier consistently receives high rankings in national surveys of our students and graduates for the quality of our academic and student experience.

• Guaranteed financial support for research master’s and doctoral students through teaching assistantships and internal scholarships.

• Many professionalization opportunities for graduate students via the Educational Development Office, Career Development Centre, and the Office of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies.

• Faculty members who are involved teachers and mentors as well as active researchers, recognized both nationally and internationally for their work.

For a list of our graduate programs refer to page 4 of this guide.

Lyle s. hallman Faculty of social WorkThe Lyle S. Hallman Faculty of Social Work (FSW) offers graduate programs leading to degrees at both the master’s and PhD levels, including a Master of Social Work field of study that integrates an aboriginal world view and contemporary social work practice. The FSW is known for excellence in teaching, practice and scholarship and is committed to providing a respectful, inclusive environment in which students, staff and faculty work in collabo-ration with the community to advance scholarship, practice competence and social action.

Masters of Business administration (MBa)Established in 1976, the Laurier MBA degree is a full content internationally-recognized graduate degree program comprised of 20-credit courses. The core MBA courses are delivered in an innovative integrated style that is unique to the Laurier business school. International candidates are eligible for the 12-month full-time MBA or the 20-month full-time with Co-op option. The Laurier School of Business & Economics is proudly AACSB accredited, reflecting the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide, awarding you an internationally-recognized MBA degree.

If you are looking for a university with high academic standards, exceptional graduate programs and faculty, and an intimate community atmosphere, Wilfrid Laurier University is for you. One of Canada’s finest universities, Laurier

offers both professional and research-based programs at the master’s and doctoral levels in a wide range of disciplines.

how to apply to Graduate studies1. Review carefully the program’s admission requirements

at www.wlu.ca/gradstudies/calendars and apply online atwww.wlu.ca/gradstudies/apply

2. Ensure you meet the Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies English language requirements at www.wlu.ca/gradstudies/international

3. apply online at www.wlu.ca/gradstudies/admissions

> innovative culture dedicated to developing successful leaders of tomorrow

> nationally recognized for superior teaching and research

> Real world experience through our co-operative education partnerships

> Unparalleled student experience and sense of community

ThE LaURiER aDvanTaGE


Graduate Fees 2010-2011cOntAct US

FaCULTY OF GRaDUaTE sTUDiEs anDpOsTDOCTORaL sTUDiEs

Email: [email protected]: www.wlu.ca/gradstudies

FaCULTY OF sOCiaL WORK

Michelle Corbett Coordinator: Marketing, Admissions & Recruitment Email: [email protected] Website: www.wlu.ca/socialwork

sChOOL OF BUsinEss & ECOnOMiCs, MBa

Dianne hotsonProgram Leader, Waterloo MBAEmail: [email protected]: www.lauriermba.ca

MY LaURiER ExpERiEnCE Having completed her undergraduate studies at Sharif University in Tehran, Iran, which is considered one of the best universities in Iran, Laleh Samarbakhsh was looking for a university of equal quality and excellence to pursue her master’s and doctoral studies.

Laleh chose Laurier’s MSc in mathematics for science and finance because it’s one of the first graduate programs in Canada that blends these two areas in an applied way. She then continued on at Laurier to pursue a PhD with a focus on financial economics.

“The professors’ patience and support helped me realize my abilities and enabled me to use my mathematical skills in Finance settings.”

“Canada is a very hospitable country. I found people very nice and welcoming, “she says. “The education fees in Canada are less compared to schools in Europe or America but you get the same quality, if not even better. “

Laleh samarbakhshCountry: IranMajors: PhD in Management

Below is a list of academic and personal expenses you will encounter during your stay in the community. Please note that these are approximate costs for a single student without dependents and may vary according to your program and personal lifestyle standards. More detailed information on tuition fees is available at www.wlu.ca/gradstudies.

AcAdEMic ExpEnSES pEr yEAr ($ cdn)

pErSOnAl ExpEnSES pEr yEAr ($ cdn)

Tuition $10,000 – $28,400

Incidental Fees (may not apply to some programs) $0 – $2,000

University Health Insurance $756

tOtAl $10,756 – $31,156

Housing $6,500

Food $3,900

Books and School Supplies $1,975

Other (entertainment, transportation, etc.) $4,550

tOtAl $16,925

Applicants to research master’s and doctoral degree programs may be interested in the competitive funding provided by Wilfrid Laurier University as outlined at www.wlu.ca/gradstudies/funding

*Guide is an estimate only. Fees subject to increase for 2011/12.


Waterloo campus

Brantford campus

ONTARIO

QUEBEC

NEWFOUNDLAND

MANITOBA

NORTHWESTTERRITORIES NUNAVUT

YUKON

ALBERTA

BRITISH COLUMBIA

PEI

Regina

Niagara Falls

Ottawa

TorontoWaterloo

Montreal

Quebec City

Charlottetown

St. John’s

Winnipeg

CalgaryBanff

EdmontonSaskatoon

Jasper

Victoria

WhistlerVancouver

Yellowknife

WhitehorseIqaluit

Cape Breton

FredrictonHalifax

NOVA SCOTIA

NEW BRUNSWICK

SASKATCHEWAN

Regina

Niagara Falls

Ottawa

TorontoWaterlooBrantfordBrantford

Montreal

Quebec City

Charlottetown

St. John’s

Winnipeg

CalgaryBanff

EdmontonSaskatoon

Jasper

Victoria

WhistlerVancouver

Yellowknife

WhitehorseIqaluit

Cape Breton

FredrictonHalifax

Waterloo, Ontario, CanadaBrantford, Ontario, Canada

Laurier’s two campuses are just one hour (by car) from Toronto’s International Airport, which is Canada’s busiest airport. From Toronto, you can get direct flights to all the major centres in Canada, the United States and overseas. In less than two hours by car from either campus you can be in the U.S. border city of Niagara Falls, New York.

WiLFRiD LaURiER UnivERsiTY

75 University Avenue West Waterloo, Ontario, Canada N2L 3C5 Tel: Country code 1 (519) 884-1970

OFFiCE OF sTUDEnT RECRUiTMEnT

David McGuireManager of International Student Recruitment Email: [email protected] Tel: extension 3101 Breanna BrooksInternational Recruitment Officer Email: [email protected] Tel: extension 4130

aDMissiOns OFFiCE

Richard BrownInternational Admissions AssistantEmail: [email protected]: extension 2273

LaURiER inTERnaTiOnaL OFFiCE

anna Done ChoudhuryInternational Student AdvisorEmail: [email protected]: extension 6840

Where to find us

75 University Avenue West | Waterloo, Ontario, Canada N2L 3C573 George Street | Brantford, Ontario, Canada N3T 2Y3

1 0 0 Y E A R S I N S P I R I N G L I V E S O F L E A D E R S H I P A N D P U R P O S E

www.chooselaurier.ca/international

While every effort has been made to ensure this publication is accurate at time of printing, the information contained herein is subject to change without notice.

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