Your Pathway to Wilfrid Laurier University

Wilfrid Laurier International College is more than just a place or a program. It’s a community of mentors, teachers and peers who are dedicated to seeing you through to success as you transition to university life in Canada. With special care and attention given to international students in their first year of academics, it’s your first step to becoming all you aspire to be. Successful students are guaranteed admission to Wilfrid Laurier University.

Your Direct Pathway Into Wilfrid Laurier University

High School

Wilfrid Laurier International
College (one year program)

2nd Year at
Wilfrid Laurier University

University Transfer Program: Stage I

An eight-month, pre-university foundation program designed as a bridge between secondary school and university-level study. WLIC is committed to developing career-ready students excited to make an impact in their chosen fields.

University Transfer Program: Stage II

A first year university program designed to support your transition to study in Canada. Following successful completion of the UTP II, you will progress to second year studies at Wilfrid Laurier University.

Get career-ready at WLIC

WLIC is committed to creating career-ready students excited to make an impact in their fields. At WLIC and Wilfrid Laurier University, students can enjoy:

Career Fair and Job Fair – the two largest careers fairs in Ontario
An award-winning Career Centre connecting students to future employers and work-study opportunities (or something to note that there’s also career development and job opportunities while you are a student)
Co-op Education in over 30 programs
One of the highest graduate employment rates in Canada – with 94.9% of international graduates securing employment or postgraduate students

Here’s why the WLIC experience is right for you.

Qualified staff and student peer mentors available, online and in person

A close-knit community campus

Conveniently located close to major cities