Accounting (Graduate Diploma)

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

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Accounting (Graduate Diploma) is a postgraduate diploma in Accounting programme offered by Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Canada. The programme runs for 1 semester, delivered on campus. Tuition is CAD 10,925 per total for local students.

At a glance

Degree: Postgraduate Diploma

Field: Accounting

Duration: 1 semester

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: CAD 10,925 / total

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 Graduate Diploma in Accounting at Wilfrid Laurier University is a 12-week, full-time programme offered every summer and fall that builds the technical and enabling competencies required of Chartered Professional Accountants, including financial reporting, taxation, auditing, and professionalism, while preparing students to write the CPA Common Final Examination (CFE). Instruction is delivered face-to-face for the full term. Admission requires a minimum average of 70% across all qualifying CPA core courses, a minimum grade of 60% in each individual core course, and a minimum grade of 50% in all CPA non-core courses. Applicants whose prior postsecondary instruction was not in English must submit evidence of English proficiency. The programme is offered starting in the Fall and Spring terms.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 70.00 / %

Admission Requirements: A minimum average of 70% on all qualifying CPA core courses is required, with a minimum grade of 60% in each individual CPA core course and a minimum grade of 50% in all CPA non-core courses. Applicants whose language of instruction during their previous postsecondary education was not in English must submit evidence of English proficiency.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall and Spring

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 Accounting (Graduate Diploma) award?

Wilfrid Laurier University awards a Postgraduate Diploma in the field of Accounting on completion of this programme.

How long does Accounting (Graduate Diploma) take?

The programme runs for 1 semester.

How much does Accounting (Graduate Diploma) cost?

Tuition is CAD 10,925 per total for local students.

Can Accounting (Graduate Diploma) be studied online?

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

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