International Students

Choosing to attend university in Canada means studying in one of the top 5 education systems in the world. There are incredible academic opportunities waiting for you in Canada – and you can find them at Wilfrid Laurier University.

Laurier is a public university in Canada with three campuses located in Brantford, Milton and Waterloo, Ontario. Each campus offers a unique environment while our multi-campus approach means you can expect academic excellence, an inspiring student experience and a welcoming community wherever you choose to learn and live.

Your time at Laurier will be spent building the knowledge, skills and connections you need for future professional and personal success. Choose from over 100 undergraduate programs and learn from faculty who are among Canada’s best professors and researchers in their field. Fund your education with renewable entrance scholarships and feel confident in your budget with our international tuition guarantee. Access support and services to help you thrive as an international student in all aspects of life at Laurier and graduate ready to pursue your dream career, either at home or in Canada, with most programs eligible for a post-graduation work permit.

There's a place for you at Laurier and we look forward to welcoming you to the Golden Hawk community!

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undergraduate students across 8 Faculties.
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international students from 100+ countries.
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alumni living in 120+ countries.

Find Your Perfect Program

With over 100 undergraduate programs in science, arts, business, music, humanities and more, you're sure to find your perfect program at Laurier. Then customize your degree with options, minors and specializations to create the education that’s right for you.

Have dreams to become a doctor, lawyer or business owner? Explore pathway programs that combine an undergraduate degree with a master’s or professional degree, including law school partnerships, medical school partnerships, master’s degrees in Australia and the United Kingdom, and a pathway to the MBA program at Laurier’s Lazaridis School of Business and Economics.

Your Laurier degree is an opportunity for you to find the academic experience you need to achieve your goals and find future success. 

Your Journey to Laurier

Looking for more information on Laurier? Sign up for our emails.
Wondering about applying? Review our international admissions information.
Ready to apply? Apply by April 1, 2026, for fall 2025. Apply by November 22, 2026, for winter 2026.
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Live at Laurier: Residence and Housing Guarantees

We have housing options that help ensure you have comfortable, affordable housing during all your years at Laurier. From our first-year residence guarantee to our upper-year housing options, you can live in Laurier-managed buildings in all years of study. Plus, you can stay engaged with the Laurier community through residence life activities and LOCUS, our off-campus housing program.

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Funding Your Education

Your university education is an investment in your future, and we want to support that investment. Laurier provides a high-quality education at competitive international tuition rates and offers extensive financial resources to help you pay for your education.

Receive scholarships, awards and bursaries in all years of study, based on academic merit and financial need. Explore other funding opportunities like co-op, on-campus jobs and the International Student Work Experience Program (ISWEP) for further financial support throughout your studies and to graduate with relevant work experience.

International Tuition Guarantee

Tuition rates are set each year for new, incoming international students. Once admitted, tuition rates for continuing international students will increase by no more than 5% between years of study.

Graduate Ready For Your Future

Your Laurier degree is your foundation for future success and your student experience at Laurier will provide you with the education, skills and hands-on learning you need to build a meaningful career.

You'll graduate career-ready with the knowledge and experience employers want. Plus, eligible Laurier graduates can work in Canada through the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program.

And to help ensure you have the career guidance and resources you need, the Career Centre is available to you while you're a student and after you graduate, so you're supported through all stages of your career.

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International Viewbook

Considering Laurier? Our digital international viewbook provides an overview of our programs, admission requirements, Laurier's two campuses and the student experience.

Get a print or digital copy of our international viewbook—available in English and Chinese—to learn more about life at Laurier. 

 

Tour for International Guidance Counsellors

The Southwestern Ontario Universities' Tour invites international secondary school guidance counsellors and independent education consultants to visit multiple universities and learn more about the communities their students will live in.

The tour also provides international education professionals with key information to assist students in applying to university and showcases what the student experience will be like at each university.

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Become a Laurier Insider

We send quick, fun and informative updates about Laurier to keep in touch with you along your application journey. Sign up to receive updates before anyone else.

Get Connected

Choosing a university can be a tough decision for both parents and students, especially when that school is in another country. To help you through this process, there are many ways for you to connect with us, ask questions and learn more about Laurier. We may even have a team member living in your region!

Get in Touch

Undergraduate International Recruitment

Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies