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WELCOME TO YOUR FUTURE & , , Canada Lakehead University International EXCELLENT EMPLOYMENT AND GRADUATE STUDIES PROSPECTS At Lakehead, you can gain work experience while participating in co-op placements, undergraduate research and career programs through our Student Success Centre. Research projects strengthen graduate studies applications and allow you to network and prepare for future degrees.

CANADA’S EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT Lakehead is dedicated to your success. Our Student Success Centre runs workshops on study skills, research, career preparation, academic topics, and offers individual tutoring. TOP 10 There is also a student writing centre and a math centre. Our THE LAKEHEAD on-campus medical clinic with doctors, nurses and psychologists UNIVERSITIES is here to care for you. Lakehead International can help you with ADVANTAGE (MACLEAN’S 2016) study permits, housing, airport pick-up and social events. Studying at Lakehead University is not your typical university experience. We offer an exceptional academic FUN, SAFE, AFFORDABLE LIVING: at our safe and supportive campuses located % STUNNING, NATURALLY-BEAUTIFUL in the heart of Canada. Come and join our global campus 94 CAMPUSES THUNDER BAY • communities – with students from over 57 nations from OF GRADUATES EMPLOYED There are plenty of indoor and outdoor spaces to relax in ORILLIA around the world – and begin your own Canadian journey 2 YEARS AFTER GRADUATION and spend time with friends outside of class. It is easy to • • • at Lakehead University. get involved in student-run clubs and associations and Minneapolis recreational sports. Safety is the top priority for Lakehead University Security Services, and they offer 24-hour services.

SMALL CLASS SIZES Over 85% of our classes have fewer than 50 students, and over 50% have fewer than 25 students. With student TWO CAMPUSES to faculty ratios of 19:1 (Thunder Bay Campus) and 17:1 (Orillia Campus), you will be able to speak directly with your THUNDER BAY professor, know your classmates, and engage in experiential Thunder Bay is the largest metropolitan centre in learning and group work. Northwestern Ontario, with a population of over 110,000. Experience the best of Canada with the breath-taking northern wilderness combined with a dynamic city life that creates endless opportunities for entertainment, leisure and adventure. The international airport makes it easy to access. RESEARCH EXCELLENCE 24 ORILLIA With research opportunities at the undergraduate and CANADA’S CUTTING-EDGE Nestled between the lakes and forests near the Greater graduate levels, Lakehead gives students the chance to start RESEARCH CENTRES Toronto Area (GTA), Orillia is a vibrant city with a population of their research careers early and apply what they learn in #1 UNDERGRADUATE 30,000. The city offers year-round opportunities for education, class. Lakehead has ample lab space and an abundance of culture and entertainment and is just outside Toronto. Over 20 RESEARCH UNIVERSITY festivals are held each year in Orillia, celebrating arts, culture, ongoing cutting-edge projects underway. (RE$EARCH INFOSOURCE 2015) music and recreation.

NATIONS REPRESENTED “We believe in the diversity that comes from our 57 IN LAKEHEAD’S STUDENT BODY students of many cultures and many nations.” - Lakehead University Belief Statement

SUMMER ENGLISH PROGRAMS Our innovative English programs combine intensive English classes and exciting social and cultural activities. • 20 hours of English class per week • A variety of social and cultural activities • Weekend trips • Lakehead University Residence and meals • 24/7 Supervision • Program length: 2 weeks/4 weeks • We can also customize programs

START DATES July 9, 2017 & July 23, 2017 RESIDENCE ENGLISH LANGUAGE RESIDENCE LIFE VISITING INTERNATIONAL CENTRE Have the ultimate university experience by living on campus. STUDENT PROGRAM (VIP) Lakehead University Residence is a fun, safe and convenient Students can take Academic English and Credit Courses at place to live. Choose from dormitory style with meal plans, Single Dorm Room ACADEMIC ENGLISH PROGRAM (AEP) 2 the same time! shared apartments or shared townhouses. You can live with 18m AEP is designed for international students to prepare for future Canadian and other international students and take advantage academic studies. Each level takes 13 weeks to complete. • Earn credits for Academic Courses in your major of activities, support and 24-hour security. • Flexible program options: 4-12 months • Students will improve their ability to read academic materials, write essays and give presentations www.lakeheadu.ca/current-students/residence • Graduates will meet the English language requirement CUSTOMIZED PROGRAMS for most Lakehead University programs without another English test We offer programs designed to fit the specific needs of HOMESTAY • Students in the highest level may take one individuals or groups. For example, short-term intensive Homestay is a great way to practice English and learn undergraduate academic course while taking AEP* courses for academic or industrial staff training Canadian culture. By living with a Canadian family, you can (Engineering, Mining, Business and Teaching, etc.) improve conversational English skills in daily life, participate Upper level * Students must have conditional admission to an academic program Townhouse 93m2 For more information, please contact us: in family activities and have a better understanding of Lower level [email protected] Canadian customs and culture. You will enjoy a home-away- INTENSIVE ACADEMIC ENGLISH from-home. Note: If you have applied to an academic program, you do not need to apply to PROGRAM (IAEP) the English Language program separately. www.lakeheadu.ca/homestay IAEP is for conditionally-admitted students who want to start their academic program in September. Students CULTURAL ACTIVITIES should have the equivalent of IELTS 6.0/TOEFL 75. This course takes 8 weeks (July & August). Have fun while you learn English! Social activities are an important part of the learning experience. Every week, we offer our English Language Apartment January 9, 2017 – April 21, 2017 2 Centre students activities ranging from sporting events, 77m May 1, 2017 – August 4, 2017 conversation cafés, museum and art gallery visits, skiing, DATES July 3, 2017 – August 25, 2017 (IAEP only) canoeing, hiking and berry picking. September 5, 2017 – December 15, 2017 Check out photos of our students’ adventures: www.facebook.com/LakeheadUniversityELP CANADA’S #1 APPLYING TO VALUE-ADDED UNIVERSITY LAKEHEAD UNIVERSITY HOW TO APPLY - APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN FOR ALL 2017 PROGRAMS

UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES 1 Explore Lakehead University’s program options and admission requirements by country and program. Submit the undergraduate application and application fees using the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre 2 online at www.ouac.on.ca/105 (105F application form), or through an authorized Lakehead representative.

3 Send in your offi cial secondary, post-secondary transcripts and English language test results to the Offi ce of Enrolment Services – Undergraduate Admissions. Additional documentation may be required. Track the status of your application through your myInfo student information portal and check your Lakehead 4 e-mail account for information. Once you have applied to Lakehead University, we’ll send an acknowledgement e-mail outlining how to access myInfo and myEmail. GRADUATE STUDIES For all graduate program requirements and admission procedures, visit: lakeheadu.ca/academics/graduate/applying

COSTS AWARDS & BURSARIES INTERNATIONAL TUITION AND FEES As an international student at Lakehead University, you may be eligible to receive scholarships and bursaries that will help you STUDENT SERVICES UNDERGRADUATE GRADUATE fund your education. Tuition* $20,500 - $23,000 $20,500 - $29,350 Lakehead University is committed to supporting you at each step of *Tuition varies by program. Ancillary fees of approximately $1,000 apply to most programs. UNDERGRADUATE your journey. Your arrival to Canada will include: ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS HOUSING COSTS Automatically considered – no scholarship application required.

AIRPORT PICK-UP EXPENSES ON-CAMPUS OFF-CAMPUS Academic Average Scholarship Total (Canadian Equivalency) (Value Per Year) We welcome you to the city by arranging transportation Housing Monthly Monthly from the airport to your residence. Once you accept your $879 - $1,415 2 bedroom 90.0% & OVER $ 30,000 ($7,500 x 4 years)* Offer of Admission, you’ll receive a welcome package with (with or without food) apartment: 80.0% - 89.9% $ 20,000 ($5,000 x 4 years)* information on how to sign up for this service. Annually – 8 months $800 - $1,000 $7,030 - $11,322 75.0% - 79.9% $ 4,000 ($4,000 in Year 1 only)�+ * Renewable providing an 80% average is achieved in each academic year. ORIENTATION + Non-renewable, one-time only scholarship awarded in Year 1 Orientation helps new students experience an easier transition to university life and to Canadian culture. Navigate through the campus, discover the University’s support BURSARIES systems, and explore the culture of your new home-away-from-home. Get the answers to Normally awarded via an application and demonstrating any questions you may have relating to the campus, community and culture, and how to fi nancial need: get involved and connect with new friends. • Alumni Association of Lakehead University International Student Bursary ADVISING You will be connected to a senior • LUSU Bursary for an International Student The International Offi ce will provide you with information student peer mentor to help guide and guidance on many things including visas, work permits, you in your transition to Lakehead. GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE health insurance, city services and personal matters. For more information, visit: www.lakeheadu.ca/graduate-funding GRADUATE PROGRAMS

MASTERS PROGRAMS BUSINESS PROGRAMS Business Administration (MBA)* T Business Management (MS(MGT)) T

ENGLISH LANGUAGE CENTRE Business Skills Development Program T (GMAT Equivalent for Admissions) PROGRAMS ENGINEERING T O Academic English Program (AEP) Civil Engineering* T T O Intensive Academic English Program (IAEP) Electrical and Computer Engineering* T T O Summer English Programs Environmental Engineering* T T O Visiting International Student Program (VIP) Mechanical Engineering* T Customized Programs T O EDUCATION Master of Education* T UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS HEALTH & BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCES Health Sciences T PROGRAMS SCIENCE & ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES Kinesiology T T O Anthropology Psychology: Clinical T BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION T O Applied Life Sciences Psychology: Psychological Science T Honours Bachelor of Commerce (4 yr) T Bioinformatics Social Work* T Accounting  T T Biology Public Health* T O T Business Administration Chemistry Gerontology* & Nursing Specializations Available T  T Business Economics T Computer Science NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT Earth Science T Business Finance  T Science in Forestry T General Management T Economics T SCIENCE & ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES T Global Entrepreneurship O Environmental Science Biology T T O Human Resources Management/ Environmental Studies T T Chemistry Industrial Relations   O Environmental Sustainability Computer Science* T Information Systems  T T Geoarchaeology Economics* T International Business T T O Geography Geology T Marketing  T T Geology Mathematical Sciences* T Bachelor of Administration (3yr) Lakehead Science One T O Environmental Studies in Northern Environments T Administration T O Mathematics T and Cultures Administration (Management) O Natural Science T Physics* T ENGINEERING Northern Studies T SOCIAL SCIENCES & HUMANITIES T Chemical Engineering  T Physics T English* T Civil Engineering  T Resource & Environmental Economics T History*  T O Electrical Engineering Water Resource Science T Environmental Studies in Nature-Based T Recreation and Tourism Mechanical Engineering  T SOCIAL SCIENCES & HUMANITIES Social Justice T Software Engineering  T Criminology O Sociology* T EDUCATION English T O DOCTORAL PROGRAMS T Consecutive Education (2 yr BEd after T O History Honours or Bachelor degree) ENGINEERING Indigenous Learning T Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Concurrent Education (4 yr HBA / HBSc T O T + 2yr BEd ) Interdisciplinary Studies O Engineering HEALTH & BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCES Lakehead Arts One T HEALTH & BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCES Gerontology T Languages T Doctor of Philosophy Clinical Psychology T Kinesiology T Media Studies O Doctor of Philosophy Psychological Science T Nursing T Music T EDUCATION Psychology T Outdoor Recreation T Doctor of Philosophy in Education T Social Work T O Philosophy T NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT T NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT Political Science T O Doctor of Philosophy in Forest Sciences (Pre-Law option available) Environmental Management T SCIENCE & ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES Sociology T O T Forestry Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry and Materials T Visual Arts T Science  Co-operative Education offered Women’s Studies T Doctor of Philosophy in Biotechnology T Orillia Campus Thunder Bay Campus * These Masters programs have both a thesis based option or a course based option.

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