College Transfer Students

Lakehead University has options for every type of college transfer student. Below, you will find information about turning your diploma into a degree. Before you select your applicant type below, please review the important deadline dates for the current application cycle:

Important Deadline Dates

Recommended Application Deadline	March 1, 2025 Applications will still be accepted after this date pending space availability. Some programs (e.g. Nursing) have earlier application deadline dates. Ensure that you are checking this site.
Deadline to Accept Offer	May 2, 2025
Deadline to Submit Confirmation Deposit Payment	June 2, 2025
Deadline to Meet Admission Conditions & Submit Final Official Transcripts	July 4, 2025 (for Domestic Applicants) July 11, 2025 (for International Applicants)

Select Your Applicant Type

Please select one of the following options that applies to you:

I am interested in applying for admission to one or more of the diploma to degree college transfer pathways.

I am interested in applying for admission to the Engineering College Transfer Program.

I am interested in applying for admission to a degree program that does not have a college transfer pathway.

I completed some college but I did not receive my diploma.

I attended a Bible college and am interested in transferring to a degree program at Lakehead University.

I attended a college but I am not sure what option to select.

Want More Info?

Check out our latest Transfer Guide and Transfer & Mature Student Webinars on YouTube.

Note: 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. Applicants are automatically considered for admission to the Academic Support Access Program, subject to program eligibility.

Contact Us At: recruit@lakeheadu.ca

Engineering College Transfer FAQs. Attend an upcoming virtual info session for a full presentation and live faculty Q&A.

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