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You’re ready to apply to ³Ô¹ÏÍø – that’s great! Most applicants must apply online through the (OUAC), but there are some situations where you may follow an alternative application process. See "Other Application Procedures" below to see if that applies to you.
If you have any questions about your application, we want to help. Email us at chooselaurier@wlu.ca.
Apply Online through OUAC
Once you have picked your program, apply to ³Ô¹ÏÍø online using the (OUAC). On a single application form, you can apply for admission for up to three programs at Ontario university. If you have any questions about using the OUAC application system, directly.
Undergraduate Applicants
If you are applying to an undergraduate program, you will need to use the Undergraduate Application. If there were any periods of time that you were not enrolled in postsecondary studies since completing high school, you must complete the "List of Activities" section as part of your OUAC application.
Applicants Applying to ³Ô¹ÏÍø Only
is for applicants who wish to study part-time and who are only applying to ³Ô¹ÏÍø. Use if you:
- Qualify for consideration under the mature student admissions policy.
- Want to enrol in academic courses for professional upgrading or personal interest.
- Are a senior citizen or current ³Ô¹ÏÍø staff member.
- Want to audit courses (take courses without credit).
- Just want to study part time rather than full time.
Applicants Applying to ³Ô¹ÏÍø and Other Universities
If you are applying to more than one university, you should apply as normal through the using the Undergraduate Application. You can indicate on your application that you are applying for part-time studies.
Using the OUAC to Apply
For either application method, you will be required to create an OUAC account (if you do not already have one). You may have only one OUAC account and can recover an old account through OUAC if necessary. If you have questions about your account or the application process, .
Apply to ³Ô¹ÏÍø for .
After you are admitted to the university, you must get permission from the faculty to audit courses. You can contact Service ³Ô¹ÏÍø for help with this process.
Request for Re-Registration
You will need to if you had a lapse in registration at the university for 18 months or greater or if you attended another postsecondary institution since your last registration at ³Ô¹ÏÍø.
Changing or Updating Your Program
Undergraduate students can , request registration time tickets, transfer to a different ³Ô¹ÏÍø campus, and request to switch from part-time to full-time studies.
Students Required to Withdraw from ³Ô¹ÏÍø
If you were required to withdraw from ³Ô¹ÏÍø, you can 12 months after the date you were required to withdraw. Readmission is at the discretion of the faculty and is not guaranteed. Academic upgrading is required.
Lazaridis School of Business and Economics students are not eligible for readmission. You can apply to be readmitted to another program at the university.
The is available for any student that has been required to withdraw as a method for readmission to ³Ô¹ÏÍø.
Cross-Registration (University of Waterloo Students)
University of Waterloo students are able to take courses at ³Ô¹ÏÍø through cross-registration. Follow the instructions on ³Ô¹ÏÍø’s .
Letter of Permission
You can request to enrol in ³Ô¹ÏÍø courses to count towards a degree that is being taken at another university by obtaining a Letter of Permission from your institution. Follow the instructions on ³Ô¹ÏÍø’s .
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