Lakehead University

If we talk about Lakehead University's ranking, then in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, the university has been placed at the position #801-1000 in 2024. Even in 2023, THE placed Lakehead University at #801-1000 position. THE considers the parameters like teaching, citations, research, industry outcome and international outlook for the ranking purpose. When it comes to US News & World Report rankings, Lakehead University #1291 in Best Global Universities in 2024. Apart from this, Lakehead University was included in the top 200 of the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2023, which makes Lakehead University the #1 university in North America with under 9,000 students.

If we further talk about Lakehead University's rankings, then it has ranked in Canada’s Top 10 universities in its category for 9 of the past 10 years.

Lakehead University has a rich alumni base of over 69,000 graduates all around the globe. Some notable personalities are:

• Honourable Steven Ashton: Minister of Water Stewardship/MLA Thompson, Government of Manitoba
• Glenn Bindley: President and CEO, Redlen Technologies
• Richard Buset: Managing Partner, Buset & Partners LLP
• James Clay: President & CEO, J. T. Insurance Services (Canada) Ltd.
• Ken Davis: CEO, Snugabye Inc.
• Lorne Everett: Chief Scientist and Senior Vice-President, The Shaw Group; Chancellor, Lakehead University
• Karen Gavan: Chief Operating Officer, Transamerica Life Canada & AEGON Fund Manager (former)
• Joe Geofroy: Vice President, Research and Development, Convedia Corporation
• John Arthur Gordon: President and Chairman, Service Corporation International (Canada) Ltd.
• Frances Guzzi Picherack: President, Petrine Consulting Inc.

Lakehead University comprises of 3 campuses in total, out of which the 2 main campuses – Thunder Bay campus and Orillia are located in Ontario. In partnership with Georgian College, Lakehead University offers selected programs at the Georgian-Lakehead campus in Barrie, Ontario.

Thunder Bay Campus: Located in the heart of the City of Thunder Bay, this campus full of fields and greenery is home to over 6,500 students. Most of the buildings are grouped around Lake Tamblyn, with underground tunnels connecting the centralized buildings on campus for easy access during classes. The Thunder Bay Campus also comprises of paved trails surround the campus, making it the perfect place to take advantage of taking in the beauty of the area whether you are walking, jogging, rollerblading, bicycling, or, in the winter, cross-country skiing!

Orillia Campus: The first campus in North America to be built to LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) standard, the Orillia Campus is next level environment friendly; from the green roofing system, to geothermal energy source, water collection ponds, and much more. It has two locations within the city: one in the historic downtown, and one at 500 University Avenue and is home to over 1,800 students. The Orillia Campus also contains a 250-bed residence, cafeteria and bookstore.

Lakehead-Georgian Campus in Barrie: Located in the heart of the City of Barrie, the Lakehead-Georgian Campus in Barrie is known for its friendly residents and four-season lifestyle. It currently offers four unique degree+diploma programs and will expand to more than 20 new degree programs and transfer pathways at campuses in Barrie and Orillia over the next five years. This campus provides a variety of facilities such fitness centre with climbing wall and gymnasium, innovation labs, library, public clinics, student lounges, cafeteria and on-campus restaurants, theatres and videoconferencing. The nearby trails as well as ski hills adds to the beauty of the Lakehead-Georgian Campus in Barrie.

Lakehead University's Thunder Bay student residences house 1,000+ students from all over the world. On-campus student housing is available for both international undergraduate and graduate aspirants. Thunder Bay campus can choose from dormitory-style with meal plans, shared apartments, or shared townhouses accommodation options. Students also have the option of staying off the campus in apartments. English Language Centre students have the option of Homestay. Orillia has a 240-bed residence hall where each student gets a private room while sharing a bathroom with only one other person. Each floor houses 40 single rooms, a laundry facility, a kitchenette, and a quiet study room.