Lakehead University

At Lakehead University, the co-op option programme allows students to earn and learn at the same time. For this purpose, Lakehead University has partnered with over 140 national and international companies, including Blackberry, Bosch, IBM, AECON, Grant Thornton, Bombardier, Canada Revenue Agency, Honda, and more. Usually, students earn anywhere between CAD 16.55 and CAD 30 per hour.

The co-op option is offered in the following programs:

• Honors Bachelor of Commerce: Accounting, Finance, Human Resources Management/Industrial Relations, Business Analytics & Information Systems, Marketing
• Honors Bachelor of Commerce: Business Administration
• Computer Science (Honours Bachelor & Masters Programs)
• Computer Science (Diploma + Degree)
• Economics (Masters Programs)
• Engineering: Chemical (Bachelor); Civil (Bachelor & Masters); Electrical (Bachelor);
• Mechanical (Bachelor & Masters); Mechatronics (Bachelor); Software (Bachelor); Electrical & Computer (Masters); Environmental (Masters); Bachelor of Engineering + MBA
• Engineering: Electrical (degree+diploma)
• Environmental Management (Honours Bachelor)
• Environmental Sustainability (Honours Bachelor)
• Forestry (Honours Bachelor)
• Kinesiology (Honours Bachelor)
• Physics (Honours Bachelor & Masters Programs)

The tuition fee at Lakehead University varies according to the degree and programme chosen by a student and ranges between INR 14.09 L - 25.11 L annually across all programs for international students. This amount is quite reasonable according to the study abroad fee structure for Indian students. The cost of living sums up to $13,602.00 - $14,169.00 annually, inclusive of living accommodation, meals, health insurance as well as other activities and utilities. Lakehead University also offers scholarship to international students for both undergraduate and graduate courses. Additionally, the Lakehead University Work Study Program (LUWSP) provides part-time or full-time employment opportunities to eligible undergraduate students throughout the year. With the help of these programs, an international student can study in Lakehead University at a decent spend and manage their expenses while studying abroad.

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Yes, a GMAT/GRE score is required for Lakehead's Master of Business Administration (MBA) program. GMAT with recommended minimum score of 500 or a GRE General Exam with recommended minimum score 300 is required for admission in the MBA course at Lakehead University.

Lakehead University offers two MBA programme options:

• MBA is a 12–month (3 terms, full time) general degree designed to prepare students for success in a wide range of careers in management.
• MBA with Advanced Studies in Management is a 16-month (4 terms, full time) degree that enables students to supplement the core MBA content with specialised courses in a range of areas.

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Yes, Lakehead University does provide scholarship to international students, both at undergraduate and graduate level.

1)    Undergraduate Scholarship: Lakehead University considers Non-Canadian students who are entering from high school or who are transferring from an international college or university for undergraduate scholarships. These scholarship are available to the top international students applying to Lakehead University for 2023-2024.

Automatically considered. No scholarship application is required. 

2)    Graduate Scholarship: Graduate Assistant appointments may be offered to some full-time graduate students (including Visa students) at a rate of $10,506.69 CAD at the Master's level and $11,457.79 CAD at the Doctoral level (2021- 2022 rates).

Located in the heart of Ontario, Lakehead University is one of the most popular Canadian university among international students, including Indians. It has an acceptance rate of 82%, which makes it less competitive and moderately easy to get into. Lakehead University's campus life is very fascinating and this university offers a variety of different courses to choose from, both at the undergraduate and graduate level. The quality of education is very well and the university has an overall placement rate of 97%. In the Lakehead University, international students are also eligible for scholarship. Additionally, Lakehead University's Work Study Program (LUWSP) provides part-time or full-time employment opportunities to eligible undergraduate students throughout the year. These programs help students manage their finances in a better way. Overall, Lakehead University is one of the best Canadian universities for international students.

In order to secure admission in Lakehead University, all students whose native language is not English must meet the Proficiency in the English Language requirements.

Lakehead University accepts the following as proof of English language proficiency:

·       Successful completion of one of the below language tests with the required minimum scores

·       Successful completion of Lakehead University's Academic English Program

·       Successful completion of one of our approved Pathway Partner's ESL programs

·       Successful completion of Senior Level English courses

For All Regular Undergraduate Programs*

*Except for Nursing, Juris Doctor and the two-year Bachelor of Education Programs.

For Nursing, Juris Doctor and the Two-Year Bachelor of Education Programs

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