Discover what makes this Laurier program unique and how you’ll gain real-world experience.
Your Laurier academic experience is current, complete and designed to open doors. Here are a few things you can count on:
Here are just a few of our students’ favourite ways to apply their learning in the real world throughout their degree:
A range of elective options will be provided.
Laurier's Bachelor of Education program is only open to applicants who have already completed a qualifying undergraduate degree. If you're wrapping up grade 12 now (or you finished a few years ago), we have several undergraduate pathway programs that can help you check off that prerequisite degree and start preparing to be an outstanding teacher right from year one.
The Bachelor of Arts in International Education Studies (IES) is offered on the Waterloo campus and is a partnership between the Faculty of Education and the Faculty of Arts. In this program, you will take Global Studies courses that orient you to the complex realities of our world, and Education courses that develop teaching skills for culturally and linguistically diverse settings.
The undergraduate Teaching Minor consists of 4.0 credits throughout your degree: five core half-credit courses offered through the Faculty of Education. The Teaching Minor is designed to provide you with a foundational course of study focusing on teaching. For eligible programs, you apply directly on the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) by choosing 'Teaching Minor' as your program enhancement.
By applying directly to the Teaching Minor through the OUAC and receiving an offer, you qualify for the pathway to the Bachelor of Education program at Laurier.
OUAC Codes:
The BEd is a postgraduate bachelor’s degree program that requires an undergraduate degree.
You must meet additional program-specific admission requirements, as well as submit the required documents.
Once you apply, you’ll receive a confirmation email containing information about your applicant portal account. The portal is our primary point of contact with you. Use the portal to view your list of required documents to complete your application.
Once you apply and have received your welcome email from our Admissions team, we recommend that you check your applicant portal account frequently to verify that we have received your documents or to view a list of outstanding documents.
Note: We will not consider incomplete or late applications.
Important dates for Spring 2027 admission:
Jan. 11, 2027 will be the earliest date to receive an offer of admission. Log into your portal account to view the decision made on your Bachelor of Education application. Laurier does not mail offers of admission. You will be able to access your offer of admission letter in your portal account. If you receive an offer of admission, your offer letter will indicate:
Laurier does not share waitlist positions with applicants. If a place in the program becomes available to you, you will be notified via email. Be sure to check your spam folder. We encourage students on the waitlist to continue monitoring their email inbox and applicant portal.
Waitlist notifications could be sent out any time between mid-February and late April.
Absolutely! You can apply again to Laurier in the next admission cycle. We encourage applicants to strengthen their application by gaining more teaching and extracurricular experience and upgrading their academic achievements, where possible.
It’s not only about the journey; it’s about the destination. Let us help you get to where you’re going.
Here are just some examples of our graduates' destinations. What’s yours?
Note: Additional training and education may be required.
Alumni for life means that you have access to Career and Employment Support offered at Laurier for your entire career.
Note: For one year (or two terms) studying full time. Fees are based on 2025/26 and are subject to increase.
| Fee Type | Domestic Students | International Students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition |
$8,210 |
$36,620 |
|
Ancillary Fees |
$1,830–$2,133 |
$2,778–$3,082 |
There are many elements to consider when calculating costs to continue your education, including tuition, fees and living expenses. At Laurier, we offer financial support for students through a variety of different programs and options.
Indigenous scholarships are available to qualified applicants who self-identify as having an Indigenous background, heritage or ancestry upon confirming an offer of admission to the BEd program at Laurier. These scholarships are not competitive and do not require a separate application.
We have several online resources to help you plan to pay for your education. Learn how to apply for government assistance, competitive awards and scholarships, as well as part-time employment on campus to help offset your education costs.
This is primarily an in-person program, meaning you'll attend classes on campus and learn face-to-face with professors and classmates. When you register for courses, you'll be able to select from available sections and create your timetable.
In-person delivery gives you direct access to faculty, hands-on learning opportunities and a traditional university student experience.
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Have questions? Email eduadmissions@wlu.ca, call 548‑889‑8888 or see all contact information.
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