Lakehead University

Lakehead University also known as ‘Lakehead U’ or ‘LU’ is a research oriented university in Canada. LU is well-known for imparting best quality education to its students with wide range of programs. It’s eminent and dedicated faculty works for the welfare of the students and constantly guides them to attain the peaks of excellence. It provides exclusive facilities and programs to the international students at campuses both at Thunder Bay and Orillia. With its rich variety of social and recreational activities, Lakehead University becomes an apparent choice by the students.

Why Lakehead University

Dynamic Institute
LU is a dynamic and learner-centered institute, equipped with modern facilities and world-class education.
World-Class facilities
LU is a proud host to nine Canada research chairs and revolutionary facilities such as Paleo-DNA Laboratory and Bio-refining research institute.
Eminent faculty
LU is known for its well experienced and determined faculty imparting high-class education.
Affordable fee Structure
Fee structure at LU is the most affordable across varied programs.
Supportive environment
LU provides inspirational and supportive environment to its students which makes learning a great experience.

Statistics and Rankings

Established in 1st July, 1965

Ranked among Maclean’s top 10 primarily undergraduate universities in Canada
#1 Undergraduate research university
Top 2 for student awards, scholarly output and total research dollars
Top 3 in Ontario for job readiness
Approximately 94% of graduates find employment within two years of graduation
26% of our undergraduate students engaged with faculty in research
15:1 students to professor ratio at our Thunderbay campus and 13:1 students to professor ratio at our Orillia campus
64,620+ alumni around the world