History (MA)

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada•THE 2026 #1201-1500

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Wilfrid Laurier University offers History (MA), a master's degree in History programme in Waterloo, Canada. The programme runs for 12 months, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 7,861 per semester (CAD 2,675 per semester for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: History

Duration: 12 months

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: CAD 2,675 / semester

International tuition: CAD 7,861 / semester

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: wlu.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Master of Arts (MA) in History at Wilfrid Laurier University is delivered through the Tri-University Graduate Program in History, a partnership between Laurier, the University of Waterloo and the University of Guelph. Students choose among three program options: Major Research Paper, Coursework, or Thesis. The program is normally completed in 12 months and is delivered in person on Laurier's Waterloo campus, with classes capped at 15 students or fewer. Funding and teaching opportunities are available to students, who also gain access to faculty and resources across all three partner institutions. Admission requires a four-year honours undergraduate degree, or equivalent, in history or a related field, with a minimum B+ average in the last 10 full credits of undergraduate study. The program begins in the fall (September) term.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: A four-year honours undergraduate degree, or equivalent, in history or a related field, with a minimum B+ average in the last 10 full credits of undergraduate study.

Application Details

Start Date: September

About Wilfrid Laurier University

“Veritas Omnia Vincit”

Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Urban

Founded: 1911

Students: 23,587

THE rank: #1201-1500

Programs: 143

Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does History (MA) award?

Wilfrid Laurier University awards a Master's Degree in the field of History on completion of this programme.

How long does History (MA) take?

The programme runs for 12 months.

How much does History (MA) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 7,861 per semester (CAD 2,675 per semester for local students).

Can History (MA) be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Wilfrid Laurier University.

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