THUNDER BAY CAMPUS
6,700+ STUDENTS
15:1RATIO
1LAKE+ RIVER
100+ HECTARES OF CAMPUS SPACE
THUNDERWOLVES Hear from our
My favourite thing about Lakehead is the students. The campus is so diverse and being able to talk to others from around the world, seeing and hearing different perspectives, all while learning a variety of different cultures and practices makes everyday a truly unique experience.
Katelyn Cribby ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, 2024
I chose Lakehead for several reasons. These include the abundant opportunities to perform undergraduate research, the incredibly generous entrance scholarships, the relatively small class sizes, and the ability to stay in my hometown.
Ashton Henderson BIOLOGY & CHEMISTRY, 2024
ORILLIA CAMPUS
2,200+ STUDENTS
2 CAMPUS LOCATIONS UNIVERSITY AVENUE AND HERITAGE PLACE
The Interdisciplinary Studies program gave me so much choice and allowed me to combine all my passions into one degree! I was even able to minor in Gender and Women's Studies to add more to my degree.
Gillian Woods INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES, 2024
My favorite memory so far is completing my first Integrated Circuit design and having it manufactured and tested at the university lab. I was very proud that all the work my peers and I put into the project resulted in a functional design that could be published in academia. The hands-on, practical experience in the lab has been so rewarding!
Pierre Leduc ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING, 2024
There is a lot of experiential learning opportuinities in the Indigenous Learning program, which offers another layer of obtaining knowledge that is very hands-on and informative. We often did smudging, created Indigenous art, and were visited by many elders who offered their guidance to us. This type of learning is high quality.
Brooklyn MacKenzie INDIGENOUS LEARNING, 2024
Your Future
YOUR PROGRAM
As a fully comprehensive university with more than 65 program options, we offer big opportunities with direct, individualized support.
Commerce (Majors: Accounting, Business Economics, Finance, General Management, Human Resources/Industrial Relations, Business Analytics and Information Systems, International Business, Marketing)
Commerce (Business Administration)
Concurrent Education - Primary/Junior
Concurrent Education - Intermediate/Senior
Indigenous Teacher Education - Intermediate/ Senior
Consecutive Education - Primary/Junior
Consecutive Education - Intermediate/Senior
Technological Education (Diploma)
Mechatronics* Software*
Pre-Engineering (Common Year)
Kinesiology
Indigenous Nursing Entry Program
Nursing (Compressed)
Nursing
Psychology (Arts)
Psychology (Arts – Specialized Honours)
Psychology (Specialized Honours with Concentration in Gender and Women’s Studies)
Psychology & Philosophy (Double Major)
Psychology & Gender and Women’s Studies (Double Major)
Psychology (Science)
Psychology (Science – Specialized Honours)
Social Work
Social Work with Concentration in Indigenous Learning
Social Work with Concentration in Gender and Women’s Studies
Management
SCIENCE & ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
Anthropology (Arts)
Anthropology (Arts & Science)
Anthropology (Science)
Applied Life Sciences
Applied Life Sciences with Concentration in Biomedical Sciences
Bioinformatics
Biology (Environmental Science)
Biology
Biology with Concentration in Animal Sciences
Biology with Concentration in Biodiversity and Conservation
Biology with Concentration in Plant Sciences
Biology & Chemistry (Double Major)
Chemistry
Chemistry with Concentration in Medical Sciences
Computer Science
Earth Science (Environmental Science)
Earth Science (Science)
Economics
Economics & Political Science (Double Major)
Environmental Sustainability
General Science
Geoarchaeology
Geography (Arts)
Geography (Arts & Science)
Geography (Environmental Science)
Geography (Environmental Studies)
Geography (Science)
Geology
Indigenous STEM Access Program
Lakehead Science One
Mathematical Physics
Mathematics (Arts)
Mathematics & Economics (Arts) (Double Major)
Mathematics (Science)
Mathematics & Physics (Science) (Double Major)
Natural Sciences
Physics
Physics with Concentration in Biomedical Physics
Resource & Environmental Economics
Water Science
Water Resource Science Specialization in Applied
Environmental Water Management
Physics with Concentration in Biomedical Physics
Resource & Environmental Economics
Water
Resource Science
Water Resource Science Specialization in Applied
Environmental Water Management
Criminology
English
English & French (Double Major)
English & Gender and Women’s Studies (Double Major)
English & History (Double Major)
English & Philosophy (Double Major)
French
French & History (Double Major)
French & Philosophy (Double Major)
Gender and Women’s Studies
General Arts
History
History & Gender and Women’s Studies (Double Major)
History & Philosophy (Double Major)
History & Political Science (Double Major)
History & Sociology (Double Major)
SOCIAL SCIENCES & HUMANITIES
Indigenous Learning
Indigenous Learning & Gender and Women’s Studies (Double Major)
Indigenous Learning & Philosophy (Double Major)
Indigenous Transition Year Program
Interdisciplinary Studies
Interdisciplinary Studies with Concentration in Environment in Politics and Culture
Interdisciplinary Studies with Concentration in Human Nature
Interdisciplinary Studies with Concentration in International Conflict and Human Rights
Interdisciplinary Studies with Concentration in Social Justice
Lakehead Arts One
Media, Film and Communications
Music
Outdoor Recreation, Parks & Tourism
Outdoor Recreation with Concentration in NatureBased Therapeutic Recreation
Outdoor Recreation & (BA) Gender and Women’s Studies (Double Degree)
Outdoor Recreation & (BA) Geography (Double Degree)
Outdoor Recreation & (BA) History (Double Degree)
Outdoor Recreation & (BSc) Natural Science (Double Degree)
Philosophy
Philosophy & Political Science (Double Major)
Political Science / Pre-Law
Political Science & Gender and Women’s Studies (Double Major)
Sociology
Sociology & Gender and Women’s Studies (Double Major)
Juris Doctor
Visual Arts LAW
Crafted specifically to help guide you with your academic & career goals.
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Thunder Bay Campus Orillia Campus
Your
SUPPORTS
Our supportive and student-centred philosophy gives you the highest potential for success. We are here to help you from your first day on campus through to graduation.
STUDENT CENTRAL
Whether you are a new student arriving on campus for the first time or getting ready to graduate, Student Central provides you with a convenient way to access support in one central location. From applying to Lakehead through to enrolment and registration, financial support and academic advising, our dedicated, crosstrained Student Central Professionals are here to suport you in your success.
Connect
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ACADEMIC PREPAREDNESS
The Student Success Centre offers services to help students achieve their academic and professional goals. We provide academic supports through the Academic Support Zone's Study Clubs, one-on-one peer tutoring, writing coach appointments, and academic skills development workshops. We also coordinate student orientation and transition activities, run a leadership development program, and participate in student experience events. Join us throughout the year to connect with fellow colleagues, staff, and faculty. We're here to help students succeed!
Thunder Bay: ssc@lakeheadu.ca
Orillia: orillia.ssc@lakeheadu.ca
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WELLNESS SUPPORT
TOP 5 Among the
STUDENT SERVICES
Student Health and Wellness provides a range of health, mental health, and wellness services and programs to get the most out of your Lakehead experience. Student Health and Wellness is an environment that facilitates physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual health.
SERVICES INCLUDE:
• Health and Medical Services
• Mental Health and Counselling Services
• Health Promotion
• Wellness Programming
Thunder Bay: health@lakeheadu.ca
Orillia: orluwell@lakeheadu.ca
CAREER EXPLORATION
Connect with Career Services & Co-op to develop your career path, learn about options connected to your chosen field of study, and increase your confidence in job search, interview techniques, resume and cover letter writing, and more. In the Career Zone you’ll find drop-in support as well as opportunities to attend workshops and connect with employers. Connect with us online and speak with a career coach, access job postings, and review other essential employment-related resources. Career Services & Co-op provides support to students seeking co-op positions, part-time, seasonal, or graduate work.
careers.coop@lakeheadu.ca
lakeheadu.ca/careerzone
ACADEMIC ACCOMMODATION
Student Accessibility Services (SAS) staff collaborate with students, staff and faculty to facilitate the provision of academic accommodations (e.g. access to lecture material, extra time on tests, assistive technology) for students with disabilities/ medical conditions while maintaining academic standards and integrity. Students can register with SAS for a wide variety of disabilities/medical conditions that are permanent or temporary;
INCLUDES SUPPORT FOR:
• Learning Disabilities
• Acquired Brain Injuries
• ADHD
• Mobility
• Mental Health
• Vision
• Medical Conditions
• Hearing
SAS welcomes students to a supportive atmosphere where services are delivered respectfully and confidentially.
Thunder Bay: sas@lakeheadu.ca
Orillia: oraccess@lakeheadu.ca
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LEARN BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Gain practical, hands-on experience through a variety of experiential learning opportunities available across all our undergraduate programs.
CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION
With more than 27 co-op programs, you have the opportunity to graduate with hands-on, practical experience to gain an understanding of what it is like to work within your chosen field.
INTERNSHIPS
Translate the concepts and principles learned in the classroom into practical skills in the workplace.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Bring your time and expertise to our local communities, and integrate classroom theory with community experience to make a difference. Challenge yourself to engage with your learning in innovative ways.
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
Work alongside world-renowned researchers to build the academic skills needed to develop new knowledge that contributes to your field of study and create meaningful change within society.
PRACTICUMS, PLACEMENTS & FIELD EXPERIENCE
Integrated practicums, placements, and/or field schools are designed to provide you with practical work experience as part of your learning experience. These experiences can include a sixweek clinical placement in Nursing, working with human services agencies in Social Work, or exploring the ecosystem of a natural, environmentally protected bog in Environmental Sciences.
INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Many programs offer international educational opportunities as a core, or optional, component of the curriculum.
GLOBAL ME PROGRAM
Immerse yourself in the dynamic culture of another country while completing your degree. During an international exchange, you will remain a Lakehead student and continue to pay your Lakehead tuition even though you will be studying in another country.
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FINANCING Your Education
$30,000*
$11MILLION in Scholarships, Bursaries & Awards
PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Rewarding exceptional academic performance.
Guaranteed funding to entering Canadian high school students with a minimum 80% average from a recognized Canadian high school curriculum. Applicants are automatically assessed at the point of admission - no application required.
* Total value over 4 years.
Awarded to outstanding Canadian high school students who have achieved a minimum 90% average. Recipients must demonstrate leadership qualities and have made significant contribuitions to their community.
Application Deadline: April 25
$10,000*
ALUMNI ENTRANCE AWARD
Available to students whose parents are an alumni of Lakehead University.
Application Deadline: April 30
$3,000
NORTHWESTERN ONTARIO AND SIMCOE COUNTY CITIZENSHIP SCHOLARSHIPS
Awarded to 10 graduating students from high schools in Northwestern Ontario and Simcoe County who model good citizenship within their high school and community.
Application Deadline: March 15
$500
SPECIALIST HIGH SKILLS MAJOR AWARD
Available to graduating high school students who demonstrate financial need, completing one of the following Specialist High Skills Majors: Arts & Culture; Business; Environment; Health & Wellness; Mining; or Sports
Application Deadline: April 15
* Total value over 4 years. lakeheadu.ca/entrance-awards
I chose Lakehead University’s because of the excellent scholarship opportunities, small class sizes, and proximity to my family. I wanted to attend a post-secondary institution that would provide access to academic, financial, and personal support, and Lakehead checked all the boxes.
Veronica
Pacholczak Forestry, HBScF (2024)
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APPLICANT
Checklist TRANSFERRING
EXPLORE UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
SEPTEMBER - DECEMBER
• Identify a program that drives your interest!
• Review program prerequisites
• Connect with Recruitment Advisor
APPLY ONLINE
BY JANUARY 15, 2025
• Submit application via ouac.on.ca
CHECK APPLICATION STATUS
JANUARY TO MAY
• Review application status via myServices
• Provide supplementary documentation, if requested
• Need support? Check in with Student Central
DEADLINE TO ACCEPT
BY JUNE 2, 2025
• Respond to your offer of admission!
MEET CONDITIONS
BY AUGUST 15, 2025
• Carefully review Offer of Admission
• Meet conditions, if any, as outlined
Note: If you are an international student, please visit: lakeheadu.ca/international
The Senate of Lakehead University reserves the right to change regulations, programs, and admission requirements, as outlined in this Viewbook, without prior notice.
FROM UNIVERSITY OR COLLEGE?
MAXIMIZE YOUR TRANSFER CREDIT
If you are transferring from another university or college, Lakehead’s generous transfer credit policies ensure you can maximize your transfer credit to get you one step closer to completing your Lakehead degree in the quickest amount of time possible.
If you are a college transfer applicant, Lakehead has transfer pathway agreements allowing you to move seamlessly from numerous college programs into one of Lakehead’s degree programs. We recognize transfer credit for diploma programs whether it has been partially or fully completed.
transfer.recruit@lakeheadu.ca
View or download our Transfer Guide.
ACADEMIC SUPPORT ACCESS PROGRAM (ASAP)
ENHANCED SUPPORTS AND ACADEMIC ADVISING
Should your academic background not reflect your true potential for success, the Academic Support Access Program acts as an entryway for students whose academic average falls slightly below the required admission average.
With access to enhanced supports and resources, this program provides you with the opportunity to achieve your academic goals and pursue university studies!
ASAP@lakeheadu.ca
lakeheadu.ca/ studentcentral/applying/ alternate-offers
Ambition and curiosity to pursue the unconventional is at the heart of the Lakehead experience. Our highly acclaimed, award winning faculty will challenge and teach you how to think, not what to think.
When you become a Lakehead student, you become part of a diverse and dynamic community that will support you from the time you arrive through to graduation. We believe in the potential of our students, and are committed to helping you build the academic skills and confidence needed to succeed.
Through hands-on learning opportunities and individual academic experiences, that expand beyond our lecture halls, our students are offered a truly unique experience. At Lakehead, you will develop knowledge and skills for your university years and beyond.
Welcome to your future. Welcome to Lakehead.
