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Wilfrid Laurier University

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Waterloo, Canada
1201–1500th in World University Rankings 2026
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About Wilfrid Laurier University

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Wilfrid Laurier University inspires students to lead lives of leadership and purpose. Laurier is focused on a holistic approach to education and an unwavering commitment to academic excellence that prepares our graduates to excel in the future. Our forward-thinking academic programs in business and economics, science, music, arts, social science and humanities, social work and education, provide opportunities for hands-on experience in and outside the classroom as well as ground-breaking research initiatives. Community is the heartbeat of our institution. Our vibrant community of over 20,000 students is spread across our close-knit campuses in Waterloo, Brantford and Milton, where students develop meaningful connections with their professors and peers, actively engage in campus life, and cultivate a sense of belonging. This unique student experience sets Laurier apart. Driven by a commitment to excellence, our passionate students, alumni, educators, researchers, and leaders tackle some of society's most pressing challenges, leading positive change worldwide. Learn more about Laurier’s campuses in Waterloo, Brantford and Milton and our locations in Kitchener, Toronto and Yellowknife.

Wilfrid Laurier University is devoted to excellence in learning, research, scholarship and creativity. It challenges people to become engaged and aware citizens of an increasingly complex world. It fulfills its mission by advancing knowledge, supporting and enhancing high-quality undergraduate, graduate and professional education, and emphasizing co-curricular development of the whole student.

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Key Student Statistics

A breakdown of student statistics at Wilfrid Laurier University

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International student percentage
10% (1)
student per staff
Students per staff
25.8 (1)
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Student total
20600 (1)

Based on data collected for the (1) World University Rankings 2026

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Subjects Taught at Wilfrid Laurier University

See below for a range of subjects taught at Wilfrid Laurier University

Arts and Humanities

  • Archaeology
  • Art, Performing Art and Design
  • History, Philosophy and Theology
  • Languages, Literature and Linguistics

Business and Economics

  • Accounting and Finance
  • Business and Management
  • Economics and Econometrics

Computer Science

  • Computer Science

Education Studies

  • Education

Law

  • Law

Life Sciences

  • Biological Sciences

Medical and Health

  • Other Health

Physical Sciences

  • Chemistry
  • Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Physics and Astronomy

Psychology

  • Psychology

Social Sciences

  • Communication and Media Studies
  • Geography
  • Politics and International Studies
  • Sociology