Step into a world where language and storytelling come alive. Our English program invites you to delve into historic novels, contemporary works, graphic novels and more, all within their rich cultural and historical contexts. Master the art of interpreting fiction, drama, poetry and non-fiction while honing your critical reading, analytical and writing skills.

This dynamic program not only prepares you for careers in professional writing, communication, editing, publishing, law and education, but also equips you with the expertise needed to thrive in today’s interconnected world.

Ontario High School Admission Requirements

English (BA):

• Average admission range: mid 70s
• English at 60%

English (BA) with Co-op:

• Average admission range: low 80s
• English at 60%

Students applying to this program from a Canadian province outside of Ontario are encouraged to review our course equivalents by province chart. This chart will show you what courses from your province are equivalent to the admission requirements listed under the Ontario High School Admission Requirements section.

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

• Average admission range:
• mid 70s, or
• low 80s if applying to direct-entry co-op
• Senior or grade 12 English at 60%

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].

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

If you've completed studies at another college or university, you may be eligible to transfer into Wilfrid Laurier University's English (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:

1. Review our transfer admission requirements to find the criteria that applies to your unique situation, including information about transfer credits and academic requirements.
2. Explore our transfer pathway opportunities to see how your previous studies may count toward this program.

Important Transfer Credit Information

Students who have completed (or will complete) 2.5 or more attempted postsecondary credits at another institution are not eligible for direct-entry co-op admission in this program.