Wilfrid Laurier University
- 75 University Avenue West, Waterloo, ON, N2L 3C5view map
- (519) 884-1970
- (519) 886-9351
- www.wlu.ca
Fact Sheet
- Enrolments are “Full-time Equivalent” (FTE) figures (Statistics Canada, 2005-06)
- Operating Expenditures (CAUBO, 2005-06)
- Research Grants (Tri-Council, 2006-07)
- Library Holdings (CARL, 2006-07)
- 1911
- University
- Comprehensive
- English
- Matte Babel - MuchMusic VJ
What the Students Say
Five Things:
- Well-known business program
- Friendly, close-knit community; strong school spirit
- Small class sizes; one-on-one interaction with faculty
- Many student-run volunteer services
- Co-op work programs
Courses With Kudos
Business, Economics, Concurrent Education (B.A. and B.Ed), Kinesiology, Music, Criminology
Student Sound Offs
"We have amazing school spirit and the extra-curricular activities and volunteerism is something that Laurier prides itself on and something that I feel privileged to be a part of."
"Wilfrid Laurier has done a great job at creating a community atmosphere. I've never been intimidated to approach my professors. I love the one-on-one opportunities at Laurier."
"I think that the school is so focused on the business school that the arts programs suffer greatly due to lack of funding and support."
"Because it is a small university there is a dearth of courses in all subjects, and less multiculturalism on campus."
"The Student Union services [Emergency Response Team, Foot Patrol walk-safe program, Peer Help Line] are the best and ... are all completely volunteer based."
"Sometimes it just feels like a giant cliquey high school instead of having a more intellectual and mature atmosphere."
"There is not enough greenery. I've seen other universities that had beautiful gardens and lawns. There is not enough space to go and sit quietly under a tree and do your readings."
"Laurier is an extremely proud, tight-knit community. Everywhere you go you see people with Laurier sweatshirts on in the Laurier colours. I love our sense of school pride and community."
"Everyone is genuinely kind to each other. They hold doors, they help out. There is very little competition among the students (i.e. no trying to sabotage other people's work like I've seen at other universities!)."
"Because it is a small university there is a dearth of courses in all subjects, and less multiculturalism on campus."
Student survey results and additional indicators
For: Wilfrid Laurier University
Institution size classification: Medium (see the methodology)
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Notes
- Latest survey update: September 2012
- Other data sources: latest available data shown
- All letter grade results are student satisfaction data
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