Laurentian University - Université Laurentienne

Founded in 1960, Laurentian University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the suburban setting of the large town Sudbury (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Ontario. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Algoma, Hearst, Barrie. Officially accredited/recognized by the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development, Ontario, Laurentian University (LU) is a large (enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Laurentian University (LU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. LU institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The minimum admission rate is 70% making this Canadian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. LU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.