Unless otherwise noted, all Lakehead University programs require an Ontario Secondary School Diploma; a minimum of 6 Grade 12 U or M courses, including program-specific prerequisite courses; and a minimum overall 70% average based on the best 6 Grade 12 U or M courses.

For high school prerequisite requirements by Canadian province, visit admissions.lakeheadu.ca.

Applying to Lakehead is an easy process, and we are here to help. Our team of Recruiters and Student Central Professionals are here to support you every step of the way, whether it is to answer questions about program requirements, discuss transfer credits from other institutions or being prepared for upcoming deadlines.

Step 1

Confirm you have the necessary grades and pre-requisites. Visit lakeheadu.ca/admissions to check for your individual program requirements.

Step 2

Apply online. If you're a current high school student in Ontario, apply using the Undergrad (101) Application at ouac.on.ca/ouac-101. For all other applications, apply using the Undergrad (105) Application at ouac.on.ca/ouac-105.

Step 3

Receive an acknowledgement email and access your myInfo account, usually within five business days of applying.

Step 4

Continue to review the status of your application. Check your Lakehead email and your myInfo account. Reach out at lakeheadu.ca/admissions if you need to contact us.

Step 5

Apply for scholarships and bursaries. Lakehead offers over $11 million in scholarships, bursaries, and awards. You can complete your profile and start applying on myInfo starting August 15.

Step 6

Apply for residence. Residence is guaranteed to all high school students provided they're admitted by June 1, 2021. Apply for Residence through your myInfo account.

Step 7

Accept your offer. Congratulations on being admitted to Lakehead University! Your hard work, determination and commitment to your studies has paid off.