About
Lakehead University is no ordinary place. From the moment you step foot onto our Thunder Bay or Orillia campus, you join our community of more than 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students. When you become a Lakehead student, you become a member of a diverse and dynamic community that will support you from the time you arrive through to graduation.
Our highly acclaimed, award-winning faculty will challenge you on how to think, not what to think.
Through hands-on learning opportunities, we offer individual academic experiences that expand beyond the classroom and into our local communities, labs, the workplace and locations all over the world. It is no wonder that 97.4% of Lakehead grads are employed within 2 years of graduation.
As one of Ontario’s top 3 Undergraduate Universities (2024 Maclean’s), Lakehead is a fully comprehensive university with more than 65 programs to choose from.
Our Campuses
Our Thunder Bay Campus is home to more than 6,750 students and is situated in the heart of the city of Thunder Bay. Surrounded by green space and clear blue waters with academic buildings located on more than 100 hectares of land, Lakehead Thunder Bay provides a true campus feel.
Our young and growing Orillia Campus is home to more than 1,990 students. With state-of-the-art classrooms, computer labs and study spaces, our Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certified campus is the perfect location to live and learn.
Programs
Learning Beyond the Classroom
Enrich your education both inside and outside the classroom by taking your expertise into our local communities, the lab, the workplace or even around the world. Gain practical, hands-on experience through a variety of experiential learning opportunities available across all our undergraduate programs:
- Co-op work term
- Field placements
- International exchange
- Internships
Key Dates
Admission Points
We have year-round admission and will accept applications for studies beginning in September, January, May and July for most programs.
Deadlines
Admission Requirements
Group A Admission Requirements
If you meet the Group A applicant criteria, refer to our admission requirements for Group A applicants.
Group B Admission Requirements
Other Admission Requirements
Supporting Documents
Scholarships, Bursaries and Financial Aid
We are committed to helping you fund your university education. We provide more than $11 million in scholarships and awards to our students annually, including the:
- Lakehead University Renewable Academic Entrance Scholarships
- Lakehead University Presidential Scholarships
- Destination Lakehead Bursary
- Lakehead University Transfer & Mature Student Bursary & Award
Offers of Admission
Accessibility Services
Student Accessibility Services coordinates services and facilitates academic accommodations for students with disabilities and/or medical conditions.
We collaborate with students, staff and faculty to develop strategies for successful learning experiences, while maintaining academic standards. We offer a supportive atmosphere and deliver our services in a respectful, confidential manner.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Under the purview of our Office of Human Rights & Equity, our vision to be a university that is plural and diverse in its content, structures and people is guided by our mission to institutionalize equitable and inclusive principles and practices to realize a university where diversity thrives.
Residence
We guarantee a space in residence to all high school students who receive an offer of admission and who have met the residence application requirements by no later than June 2, 2025.
Otherwise, housing registration is on a first-come, first-served basis until residence facilities reach capacity. Register early to secure your housing preference.
Campus Tours and Events
A campus tour of either our Thunder Bay or Orillia campus is the best way for you to discover that Lakehead is where you belong.
Not able to make it in person? Check out our campuses virtually – walk around our pathways and learn all about our student support services, faculties, labs, classrooms, residence and more. Tours are available throughout the week.
Contact
Thunder Bay Campus:
955 Oliver Road
Thunder Bay ON P7B 5E1
Orillia Campus:
500 University Avenue
Orillia ON L3V 0B9
Recruitment – Prospect Inquiries, Campus Tours
Telephone: 807-343-8010, ext. 7856 (Thunder Bay Campus)
Telephone: 705-330-4010, ext. 2150 (Orillia Campus)
Email: recruit@lakeheadu.ca
Student Central (Admissions, Financial Aid, Registration)
Toll-free: 1-800-465-3959 (within Canada)
Student Central Inquiry Form