Expand your global awareness and intercultural skills through the study of educational philosophies and teaching approaches in Wilfrid Laurier University’s Bachelor of Arts (BA) in International Education Studies.  

This unique program blends academic learning and hands-on experience with courses from the Faculty of Arts and the Faculty of Education. Develop the skills, knowledge and experience needed to excel in a globally interconnected world. 

Ontario High School Admission Requirements

• Average admission range: mid 70s
• English at 70%

Students applying to this program from an international curriculum must present the following:

• Average admission range: mid 70s
• Senior or grade 12 English at 70%

Students applying to this program from an international curriculum are encouraged to review our curriculum-specific requirements. You will find which courses from your country's curriculum are equivalent to the admission requirements listed above. If your country or curriculum is not listed, please reach out to [email protected].

• Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 70] or DuoLingo [min. 120] or Pearson Test of English (Academic) [min. 59] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 83]

If you've completed studies at another college or university, you may be eligible to transfer into Wilfrid Laurier University's International Education Studies (BA) program. Admission requirements vary depending on your academic background and the number of postsecondary courses you've completed.

To find out if you can transfer into this program, we encourage you to review our transfer admission requirements to find the criteria that applies to your unique situation, including information about transfer credits and academic requirements.

Students admitted to Wilfrid Laurier University’s International Education program can participate in one of our academic partnerships with our college partners.