Enrollment: 9,569

From the Laurier website: We are a smaller institution, with small class sizes and a sense of community second to none. Founded in 1911, Laurier is a premier university and renowned for attracting students who want to succeed. Laurier offers an unparalleled academic experience. Our unique, interdisciplinary approach to learning allows students to combine majors in completely different fields. Laurier's faculty, among the finest anywhere, expand the horizons of our students, providing them with a broad perspective of the world that opens up new ways of thinking and seeing things.

Entrance Scholarships are automatically awarded to full time first year students based on the best six mid term and final Grade 12 U or M grades submitted to the University in May. No application is required.

Housing: Wilfrid Laurier University has 16 residence buildings for you to choose from. Approximately 1,179 students are housed on campus, and 1,030 are housed immediately adjacent to campus. Of this total number, 630 students are in apartment style residences, and 1,579 are in traditional dormitories. Each of the residences offers a unique experience for incoming students.