Why Laurentian?

Hundreds of international students are choosing Laurentian every year. Here is why.

Among the Highest Employment Rates in Ontario

Laurentian University graduates have one of the highest employment rate of all universities in Ontario! 92.8% of students find a job within just six month after graduation and 97.5% find employment after two years.

* according to the Key Performance Indicators of the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities

Small Class Sizes

At Laurentian University, there are about 34 students per professor in first and second year, giving you lots of opportunities to talk one-on-one with your professors, focus on research, and succeed in your studies.

State-of-the-art Facilities

Between 2014 and 2017, Laurentian University invested $226 million in student spaces. On top of cutting-edge classrooms and laboratories, Laurentian students also benefit from many sports and recreational facilities that help them stay healthy and active.

Gorgeous Campus and Ample Greenspace

Nestled among five freshwater lakes, our campus is minutes from the downtown area and comprises close to 700 acres of land that adjoin the vast Lake Laurentian Conservation Area.

This remarkable and peaceful natural setting helps students focusing on their studies. Students can also enjoy a a variety of outdoor activities in any season, such as hiking, swimming, canoeing, skiing, and ice skating, to name a few!

Sudbury: A bilingual city surrounded by nature

Sudbury is a bilingual city in Northeastern Ontario that combines city life with beautiful nature. It is the largest city in Ontario by size and has over 330 lakes, including Lake Wanapitei, the world’s biggest lake inside a city. About 40% of people in Sudbury speak both English and French, making it one of Canada’s top French-speaking cities outside of Quebec. The city is also home to people from many cultures, including a strong Indigenous community, making it a welcoming place for everyone.

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What our students have to say

Yufeng Li outside on icy terrain.

“When I first got to Laurentian there was some culture shock and language barriers for me but the community was so welcoming. It’s a small university but the professors and colleagues are so open and supportive.”

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Yufeng Li

Master in Human Kinetics, PhD in Human Kinetics

International Recruitment and Student Services

935 Ramsey Lake Road
Sudbury, ON P3E 2C6