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Undergraduate Admissions

Dive into the gateway of your academic future with our Undergraduate Application Resources. From navigating application forms and deadlines to exploring transfer credits and accessing invaluable resources, we're here to support you in every aspect of your journey towards higher education excellence. Let's turn your aspirations into achievements!

If you have not yet applied to Lakehead University, our Undergraduate Recruitment team is here to support you with exploring your program options, how to apply and admission requirements. Get in touch

Applying to an Undergraduate Program

Find the Right Program & Campus For You

Apply Today! Lakehead is now accepting applications for 2025! Check out our Application Deadlines for more information

Your first step to becoming a Lakehead student is to discover our academic program offerings and the campus location for those programs. Lakehead University is a comprehensive university offering you an array of programs - from arts and sciences to professional programs like Business, Education, Engineering, Kinesiology, Nursing and so many more. 

Review our Admission Requirements & Application Details

Depending on your academic background and the programs you are interested in studying, the admission requirements and application details will vary. Carefully review the requirements and steps involved to ensure a smooth application process. Get ready to start your application today!

Applying to Lakehead

Submitting Required Admissions Documents:
Please email unofficial admission documents to docs.admission@lakeheadu.ca to send us copies of your transcripts and other required information. If you applied using the Ontario Universities' Application Centre, use their transcript request service to send us your transcripts, if possible. Regarding final official transcript requests, use the OUAC or have your institution email them to us at docs.admission@lakeheadu.ca. If we require a password to access your electronic transcript, be sure to email docs.admission@lakeheadu.ca the password. Include your full name and student ID (if possible) in the email.

After you've reviewed the admission requirements for Lakehead and your specific program(s) of interest, the next step is to apply!  The application you use is determined by what type of applicant you are.

Post-Application Next Steps

You've made a great decision in choosing to apply to Lakehead University!  Your application, however, is just the beginning.  While your application is being processed, there is important information for you to be aware of - stay informed along the way.

Accept Your Offer

Admission to Lakehead University is the next step. We will inform you with an official Offer of Admission letter and package welcoming you to your program and our exceptional university community. Be sure to read your next steps carefully.