About LU
Laurentian University (LU) — public non-profit institution. It is located in Greater Sudbury, Canada. As a part of Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC), Council of Ontario Universities (COU), Association of Universities of the Canadian Francophonie (AUFC), Canadian Virtual University (CVU), Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE), Canadian University Press (CUP), LU is actively building the academic environment in Canada.
LU does research in different fields of study and offers bachelor and master programs.
- Location
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Greater Sudbury, Canada
- Establishment year
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1960
- Students
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14,999
- Acceptance rate
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70%
LU tuition fees
The academic calendar at LU is divided into two semesters. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. One year of studying at LU will cost local citizens a minimum of 4,411 USD. For foreigners, the tuition fee is different — from 15,835 USD per year. The university offers scholarships and financial aid to some students. Scholarships are available to both locals and foreigners. Check the university website for up-to-date information on tuition fees and available scholarships.
Also, be prepared for additional expenses: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.
- Academic calendar
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Semesters
- Scholarships
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Yes
- Financial Aidallowances and other types of social assistance
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Yes
- Bachelor
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Local4,411 USD/year
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Foreign19,084 USD/year
- Master
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Local8,353 USD/year
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Foreign15,835 USD/year
Bachelor degree at LU
Before applying to the university, you need to pass an exam for knowledge of the English language. The university accepts the results of IELTS, PTE or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score is 88. The IELTS score is not lower than 6.5. Upon admission, an IB diploma is accepted. LU also provides online undergraduate programs.
- IELTS
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6.5
- TOEFL iBT
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88
Master's degree at LU
The academic performance of a student in an undergraduate program plays an important role in the selection of candidates. In order to enroll at LU for a master's program, you will have to confirm knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing the exam — IELTS, PTE or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score for admission is 6.5. TOEFL — 88 or higher.
- IELTS
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6.5
- TOEFL iBT
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88
LU campus
The suburban campus of LU combines features of an urban and rural campus. It is located outside the big city, which allows you to focus on your studies. However, it is also not too far, opening up access to more types of recreation, both outdoors and in the city (theaters, museums, restaurants). The university has a library, in the collection of which you will find not only textbooks and scientific works, but also works of the classics, modern literature and much more. Not only locals study at LU, but also students from other countries. The variety of cultures represented broadens the horizons of students and fills student life with all sorts of activities, the purpose of which is cultural exchange.
- Campus Type
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Suburban
- Library
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Yes
What to do after graduation
After graduation, you can stay in Canada for a period of 1 to 3 years. To do this, the graduate draws up a special visa, which allows one to work even without an official offer from an employer. Look for more immigration options in our article.
