Wilfrid Laurier University
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AT A GLANCE:
Homepage:
www.wlu.ca
Location:
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Language:
English
Cost (2008-2009):
Year: $8,081 (NE Resident)
Semester: $4,175 (NE Resident)
Subjects:
Arts, Social Work, Science, Business and Economics, Music
Application Deadline:
October 1 and March 1
Housing:
Student Residences
Download as a PDF file:
Laurier.pdf |
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The University Community |
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The main campus of Wilfrid Laurier University is located in the city of Waterloo in the province of Ontario, Canada.
The twin cities of Kitchener-Waterloo, with a combined population of over 270,000, lie in the prosperous rural and urban area known as the Regional Municipality of Waterloo. Waterloo is located 112 km west of Toronto, 104 km northeast of London, 128 km northwest of Niagara Falls, and 65 km northwest of Hamilton. Waterloo is easily reached by Highways 7, 8 and 86, and by the four-lane Highway 401 which connects Montreal and Windsor and passes within about 16 km of the Laurier campus. The community is serviced by Via Rail, bus lines and air service through Pearson International Airport in Toronto, Ontario.
Throughout the Region of Waterloo, a rich local history, vigorous industry and high quality of life are readily apparent. Musical and theatrical performances, art exhibitions, film screenings and sports activities are among the many cultural and recreational events, which will interest students. The Stratford Shakespearean Festival is only 48 km from the campus. |
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Courses of Study |
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UNL students may choose to study in any of the Faculties at WLU. The Faculty of Arts offers a wide range of programs, both in traditional Arts disciplines and in new and interdisciplinary fields of study.
The Faculty of Science is composed of the Departments of Biology, Chemistry, Kinesiology and Physical Education, Mathematics, Physics and Computing, and Psychology. The School of Business and Economics is comprised of the Department of Business and the Department of Economics, a partnership which is traditional at Wilfrid Laurier University.
The Honours BMus program is intended for students who plan to become professional musicians: composers, church organists, performers, teachers, musicologists, or music librarians.. |
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Living Arrangements? |
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Residence facilities are provided in 15 main residence buildings, which house approximately 1,750 single men and women. Of this number, 300 students are housed in the 10-story coed apartment-style Bricker Residence. The first floor has facilities for students with special needs. The remaining nine floors have 71 apartment “suites” for single students. Each furnished suite has four single bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a kitchen, living and dining room. Common facilities include television lounge, games room and study room.
Laurier provides its own food service operation catering to residence and non-residence students, offering nutritional meals with the flexibility and freedom of individual choice, including a wide variety of snack items. |
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Duration |
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The Spring (Winter) term is from January-April. The Fall term is from September-December. For specific program dates, please check the WLU website at www.wlu.ca. |
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Type of Program |
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The exchange program is based on an agreement between WLU and UNL. Exchange students pay the program costs to their home institution and then swap places with a student from another member institution. The number of students selected to participate in the exchange varies from year to year and depends on the balance of the exchange at each institution.
Credits earned through WLU are transferable to UNL by department validation. UNL students remain eligible for most scholarships and other forms of financial aid they normally receive. |
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Am I eligible to apply? |
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The program is open to graduate and undergraduate students who have had at least one year of university-level study. A minimum grade point average of 2.75 is preferred. UNL graduate students may apply for graduate-level programs with the approval of Graduate Studies and their graduate committees. |
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When should I apply? |
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The application deadline is March 1 for the Fall semester or academic year and October 1 for the spring semester. Early application is encouraged. Applications are available at International Affairs or www.iaffairs.unl.edu. |
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Applications |
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You need the following Applications for this program :
 Form A :: General Information
Form B :: Statement of Purpose
Form C :: References (Two)
Form E :: Proposed Plan of Study
Transcripts
These applications forms are available at International Affairs or www.unl.edu/iaffairs |
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How much will it cost? |
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The exchange program cost for 2008-2009 is $8,081 for Nebraska residents and $18,978 for non-residents for the academic year. The semester is $4,175 for residents and $9,624 for non-residents.
Costs include instructional costs and insurance. Not included are airfare, room and board, books and personal expenses. |
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What about transportation? |
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A list of suggestions for student discounted airfare is availabe from International Affairs. |
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What else will I need? |
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Passport pictures; passport and visa information; books and materials about living, traveling, and working abroad are available in the International Affairs resource center at 420 University Terrace, 472-5358. |
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Can I get more information? |
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Complete course descriptions, more program information are available at International Affairs at 420 University Terrace, Lincoln, NE 68588-0682.
Academics: Students should discuss study plans with their regular academic advisors and study abroad advisors (International Affairs) for information about study at WLU.
Financial Aid: For information about applying your financial aid to study abroad programs contact Caroline Routh in the UNL Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid, 472-2030.
Administrative Details: For applications and details about studying abroad, transferring credit, etc., see additional handout materials or contact a study abroad advisor at International Affairs, 420 University Terrace; 472-5358.
Related Programs: Additional UNL exchange programs place students at Lancaster University, Salford University, University of Aberdeen and several sites in the U.K. through the International Student Exchange Program (ISEP). Students can study in English on other UNL-approved programs in Australia, Canada, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Hong Kong, Korea, Malta, the Netherlands, Sweden, Tanzania, and Thailand.
Contact :
International Affairs
420 University Terrace
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE 68588-0682
(402) 472-5358
E-mail: iaffairs@unl.edu |
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