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 English (BA) - Waterloo
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SchoolWilfrid Laurier University
LocationWaterloo, ON, Canada
School TypeUniversity
School SizeFull-time Undergraduate: 20,355
Full-time Graduate: 1,368
DegreeBachelor
Honours
Co-op
Length4 Year(s)
Entry Grade (%)*75% to 100%
Prerequisites
  •  Grade12 English 
Prerequisites NotesEnglish at 60%. Students applying to this program from a Canadian province outside of Ontario are encouraged to review our course equivalents by province chart.

International Admission Requirements

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

Average admission range: mid 70s
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]

Transfer Requirements

Students applying to this program from another post-secondary institution are encouraged to review our transfer-specific requirements. This page will show you the admission requirements for your unique transfer situation and provide more details about transferring to Laurier.

College graduates applying to Laurier's English program may be eligible for admission with one of our block transfer agreements.

Note: Students who have completed or will be completing 2.5 or more attempted credits at other postsecondary institutions will not be considered for admission to the direct entry co-op program.

Learn more about our college pathway opportunities here.

Cost
International: $34,880

Tuition and incidental fees are charged based on your year of entry and the number of courses in which you are registered. Please visit the Laurier website to learn more about tuition and fees.
Scholarships
DescriptionStep 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.

This program offers a Community Service-Learning component.
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*We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.