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 Economics (BA)
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SchoolWilfrid Laurier University
LocationWaterloo, ON, Canada
School TypeUniversity
School SizeFull-time Undergraduate: 21,142
Full-time Graduate: 1,485
DegreeBachelor
Honours
Co-op
Length4 Year(s)
Entry Grade (%)*82% to 100%
Prerequisites
Prerequisites Notes

Ontario High School Admission Requirements

  • Average admission range: low 80s
  • English at 70%
  • Advanced Functions at 70%
  • One of Calculus and Vectors or Data Management at 60%
  • All prerequisite courses calculated in admissions average, including English

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: low 80s
  • Senior or grade 12 English at 70%
  • Senior or grade 12 Mathematics covering algebra, trigonometry and functions at 70%
  • A second senior or grade 12 Mathematics course at 60% is required for some curriculums
  • Review your country's curriculum-specific requirements to determine if one or two mathematics courses are required.
  • All prerequisite courses calculated in admissions average

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].

Cost
International: $39,112

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.

Scholarships1 scholarship(s)
Description

Take advantage of a program that gives you a combination of the foundations of economics, data analysis and research techniques with the skills to effectively convey your findings. Whether you’re interested in helping build better companies or better government policies, there’s something in economics for you.  

The program can be completed full-time, part-time, or combined with any other major. The flexibility lets you explore widely or focus more intensively on issues that matter most to you.

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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.