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Lakehead University

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world rank  1201

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Overview

Lakehead University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the small city of Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada. Established in 1965, Lakehead University (LU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministry of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security. LU provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 61-year-old Canadian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply. LU also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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Control

Lakehead University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Lakehead University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Lakehead University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

Lakehead University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym LU
Founded 1965 Origins date back to 1946
Motto Ad Augusta per Angusta
Achievement through Effort
Colours Royal blue and gold
Mascot The Thunderwolf

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Location

Address 955 Oliver Road
Thunder Bay
P7B 5E1 Ontario
Canada
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Lakehead University Phone Number (807) 343 8110
Lakehead University Fax Number (807) 343 8023
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Lakehead University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Lakehead University's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of Lakehead University you can also claim and update your entire university profile free of charge.



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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Lakehead University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Lakehead University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Lakehead University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Lakehead University's academic range and degree level offering.



Lakehead University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes
L&C
B&S Yes
M&H Yes
S&T Yes
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

Lakehead University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Lakehead University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Lakehead University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Lakehead University.



Lakehead University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students		 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Lakehead University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Lakehead University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Lakehead University Admission Info


Lakehead University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Lakehead University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Lakehead University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Lakehead University has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Lakehead University 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Lakehead University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Lakehead University has more than 1700 international students.


Lakehead University's Admission Office Admission Office






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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Lakehead University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Lakehead University Size and Profile


Lakehead University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Lakehead University has a student enrollment ranging from 8,000 to 8,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Lakehead University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Lakehead University's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.


Lakehead University's Control Type Control Type

Lakehead University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Lakehead University's Entity Type Entity Type

Lakehead University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Lakehead University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Lakehead University's main campus is located in a rural setting, meaning it is situated in a countryside or less densely populated area, away from major cities.


Lakehead University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Lakehead University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Lakehead University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Lakehead University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Lakehead University Facilities


Lakehead University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Lakehead University's Library


Lakehead University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Lakehead University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Lakehead University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Lakehead University Services


Lakehead University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Lakehead University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Lakehead University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Lakehead University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Lakehead University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Lakehead University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Lakehead University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Lakehead University
  • Faculty of Business Administration
  • Faculty of Education
  • Faculty of Engineering Faculty of Forestry and the Forest Environment
  • Faculty of Health and Behavioral Sciences
  • Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies
  • Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Faculty of Medicine
  • Faculty of Graduate Studies

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Memberships and Affiliations

Lakehead University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Lakehead University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Universities Canada (UC)
  • Council of Ontario Universities (COU)
  • University of the Arctic (UArctic)
  • Canadian University Society for Intercollegiate Debate (CUSID)
  • Association of University Forestry Schools of Canada (AUFSC)
  • Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)
  • Canadian University Press (CUP)


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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lakehead University public or private?

Lakehead University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Lakehead University profit or non-profit?

Lakehead University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Lakehead University in terms of enrollment?

Lakehead University has a student enrollment ranging from 8,000 to 8,999, making it a medium-sized institution.

What is the size of Lakehead University in terms of academic staff?

Lakehead University's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.

Is Lakehead University a coeducational institution?

Lakehead University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Lakehead University use?

Lakehead University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Lakehead University affiliated with?

None.

Does Lakehead University admit international students?

Yes. Lakehead University has more than 1700 international students.

What is Lakehead University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Lakehead University 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Lakehead University LU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). International students: 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Lakehead University LU located?

Lakehead University is located in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada. Address: 955 Oliver Road.

Is Lakehead University LU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Lakehead University is accredited by Ministry of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security (since ).

Does Lakehead University offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Lakehead University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Lakehead University have a university library?

Yes

Does Lakehead University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Lakehead University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Lakehead University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Lakehead University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Lakehead University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Lakehead University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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