Wilfrid Laurier University Tuition and Scholarships in Canada
These are the estimated expenses for two terms: the fall term from September to December and the winter term from January to April. To come up with a realistic estimate, research your expenses including housing, food and tuition at wlu.ca/tuition.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition1 | $27,860 – $31,930 |
| Student Fees2 | $2,051 – $2,285 |
| Textbooks and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Academic Subtotal | $30,911 – $35,215 |
| Housing / Residence | $5,423 – $9,141 (Waterloo: dorm or apartment style)$7,034 – $7,538 (Brantford: apartment style only) |
| Meal Plans and Food | $2,307 – $5,985 (Waterloo)$840 (Brantford) |
| Groceries3 | $2,400 |
| Personal Expenses Subtotal | $10,130 – $14,123 |
| Total | $41,041 – $49,338 |
Notes on expenses:
All fees are listed in Canadian dollars. Based on the 2020/21 international tuition fees (subject to increase for 2021).
1 International tuition fees for double-degree programs with the University of Waterloo are $41,850 for BBA and BMath and $57,562 for BBA and BCS.
2 Includes mandatory $720 fee for participation in University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP).
3 Students living in an apartment-style residence should factor in groceries.
PAYMENT OF FEES
You will pay half your fees in August for the first term, and the other half in December for the second term. You have a four-month summer break from May to August where you are allowed stay in Canada and work full-time or return to your home country.
Note: For a full breakdown of tuition fees and incidental fees by program, as well as information on how to understand your tuition invoice, visit our Tuition and Fees page.
SCHOLARSHIPS
International Scholarships and Awards
Some scholarships and awards are available specifically for international students, including:
- Farouk and Dawn Ahamed International Student Scholarship
- The Walter Metzger Memorial Bursary Fund
- Students’ Union International Student Awards
- Inspiring Lives Scholarships
Inspiring Lives Scholarships
Several scholarships are awarded each year to incoming international students who inspire lives of leadership and purpose in their communities and through extracurricular activities.
Entrance Scholarships
We automatically assess you for an entrance scholarship when you apply to Laurier. Scholarships are based on your final grades and no application is required. The President’s Gold entrance scholarship, granted upon admission, is worth $5,000 CAD per year and is renewable for subsequent years, provided that renewal requirements are met annually.
New Laurier Scholars Awards
The prestigious Laurier Scholars Award is an annual entrance scholarship that was established in 2021 to offer high-achieving students the opportunity to participate in a dynamic learning environment that will foster innovative thinking and ethical, visionary leadership. This award is worth up to a maximum of $40,000 over four years. Learn more about the Laurier Scholars Program.
This scholarship requires an application. The deadline for fall 2021 is April 8, 2021 at 11:59 p.m. (EST).
You must have an offer of admission for fall 2021 and have a current admission average of 90% or higher to apply for the Laurier Scholars Award. (Please note that Laurier does not round admission averages.) See the application instructions.
Upper-Year Scholarships
In your upper years, you will automatically be considered for in-course scholarships based on the grade point average (GPA) of your Laurier courses from the previous academic year. In-course scholarships begin at a GPA of 10.0 (approximately 80%) and above. You could receive between $500 and $1,500 CAD annually.
Competitive Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries
Every year, you can apply for competitive scholarships, awards and bursaries by completing an online student profile about yourself. Awards are granted based on the information you provide, including your interests, involvement, financial need, academic achievement and more. The application process begins in June and there are up to three profiles to complete once you accept your offer.
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Part-Time Employment
You are eligible to apply to on-campus student positions. In addition, the International Student Work Experience Program (ISWEP) provides a limited number of international students with part-time employment opportunities on our Waterloo and Brantford campuses. Laurier’s Career Centre also assists international students in exploring and applying to part-time positions off campus.
Money Management Support
Get confident in managing money through Dollars and Sense, Laurier’s program to help students manage their finances. Access resources, workshops and personalized support for financial planning. You can even attend workshops right at home in residence.
Personalized Budget Support
Our financial literacy specialist meets with students one-to-one to help them create a personalized budget. Regular review and revision of your budget will help you achieve your financial goals.