Discover the Campuses and Communities at Wilfrid Laurier University

No matter where you choose to study -- Brantford, Milton, or Waterloo -- you'll find unique programs, hands-on learning opportunities and the warm, welcoming community that Laurier is known for.

Wilfrid Laurier University has three vibrant, student-centric campuses where students can pursue their educational dreams. Each of the communities surrounding our campuses offers safe, engaging activities, amenities and dining options for everyone. Conveniently located in southwestern Ontario, the communities surrounding our three campuses offer safe, engaging activities, amenities and dining options for everyone. Proximity to Pearson International Airport and other transportation hubs makes our campuses ideal locations for students to study, work and connect with their community.

All about Brantford

Laurier's Brantford campus is woven into the city's downtown core, creating a strong connection between the campus and the community. Approximately 3,000 undergraduate and graduate students call our Brantford campus home, where professors bring classroom learning to life through more than 240 partnerships with businesses and organizations across the city.

Life in Brantford

Despite its close-knit feel, Brantford is close to major markets and home to a thriving business sector, with a number of global business operations located there.

In Brantford, students can enjoy nearby hiking trails, access to the beautiful Grand River, an abundance of multicultural dining options and events that celebrate the city and community. They can also take advantage of the transit pass included in their student fees and use their Laurier OneCard to easily get around the city.

Laurier Brantford's program options

The Brantford campus offers programs through Laurier's Faculty of Liberal Arts, Faculty of Human and Social Sciences, and Faculty of Social Work. Laurier also maintains new student-focused spaces in Brantford at One Market, where student services, study spaces, classrooms and dining options come together to better serve our Golden Hawks.

All about Waterloo

Laurier's Waterloo campus is home to more than 19,000 undergraduate and graduate students and provides all the supports and services they need to study, live, work and thrive in university. Our focus on student success means you'll get to know people on campus—you'll see a friendly face no matter where you go.

Life in Waterloo

Waterloo is part of Waterloo Region, home to Canada's fastest-growing tech sector and the Toronto-Waterloo Corridor, the second-largest technology cluster in North America. In Waterloo, students can enjoy a culturally diverse community with plenty of off-campus housing, entertainment, dining and recreational opportunities.

The region's light rail transit system makes it easy to get around town, especially since students have access included in their fees and can use their OneCard as a transit pass.

The many programs at Laurier's Waterloo campus

Laurier's Waterloo campus offers programs through the Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Music, Faculty of Education and the Lazaridis School of Business and Economics. Many of Laurier's world-renowned research centres and institutions are also located on our Waterloo campus, providing students with opportunities to engage in innovative research and real-world problem-solving.

All about Milton

Laurier's Milton campus offers a personalized university experience where student commuters benefit from small class sizes, meaningful connections with professors and a close campus community. Designed for student success, our Milton campus provides an environment where students will build confidence, develop practical skills and take advantage of opportunities to learn through real-world experiences.

Life in Milton

As one of Canada's fastest-growing communities, Milton combines the convenience of a connected urban centre with abundant access to green spaces, parks and conservation areas. Located near Highway 401 in Halton Region, students are within easy reach of Toronto, making it an ideal choice for commuter students who are looking to stay connected to home, work opportunities and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

Laurier Milton program options

Laurier Milton is home to three innovative programs: Business Technology Management (BBTM), Computer Science (BSc) and Psychology (BA). Students gain hands-on experience through experiential learning opportunities while developing in-demand skills in business, technology, human behaviour and problem-solving. Whether you're curious about how people think, creating tech-driven solutions or bridging the gap between business and innovation, Laurier Milton's collaborative learning environment allows students to work closely with peers, faculty and industry partners.

Your campus and community experience

Whether you choose to study in Brantford, Milton or Waterloo, you're guaranteed to be part of an exceptional student experience.

You'll learn from knowledgeable, award-winning faculty who will get to know your name, support your goals and help you reach your potential. Outside of the classroom, you'll have access to the student services you need to excel, as well as extracurricular activities, like our acclaimed intramurals program or the more than 270 clubs and associations offered through the Students' Union.

At Laurier, you're part of a welcoming student community where you will thrive in your studies, feed your curiosity and build the skills and confidence needed to succeed in university—and beyond.