Indigenous Nursing Entry Program

The Indigenous Nursing Entry Program (INEP) is an eight month program intended for students of First Nations (status or non-status), Métis, or Inuit people who do not meet the regular or mature student entry requirements for the Bachelor of Science, Nursing (BScN) program at Lakehead University. The INEP is designed to provide the necessary skills and academic preparation for successful transition into Nursing studies.  Successful completion of  INEP (with a minimum 70% average) will ensure your eligibility for admission to the Bachelor of Science Nursing degree program at Lakehead University. INEP students who attain an overall average of 80% or higher will be eligible for the 3 year compressed BScN program.

You can realize your dreams to become a qualified nurse by beginning your studies with the INEP here at Lakehead University.

 Our innovative programming honours and celebrates Indigenous heritage while providing culturally appropriate supports and services. Academic advising and tutoring are available, as well as other supports, such as Elder visits, cultural activities, personal counselling, and assistance with community connections for services such as housing and child care.

 

Our mission is clear:

"To improve the health care of Indigenous people by increasing the number of Indigenous Nurses who would provide culturally appropriate care. The Indigenous Nursing Entry Program provides access to a Baccalaureate Nursing Education for those of Aboriginal ancestry who do not meet the regular University entrance requirements."

Admission Requirements & Application Details for the Indigenous Nursing Entry Program

The Indigenous Nursing Entry Program (INEP) is designed to provide First Nations (status or non-status), Métis, or Inuit students with the necessary skills and academic preparation to transition into the BScN program. You must be fluent in English to participate in this program.

Admission Requirements

Applicants to the INEP must be First Nations (status or non-status), Métis, or Inuit and be:
  1. Recent high school graduates NOT meeting the School of Nursing BScN required admission criteria (see Admission Requirements, Requirements for Admission to Undergraduate Degree Programs)
  2. Mature students, extraordinary students, or college/transfer students NOT meeting the School of Nursing BScN required admission criteria (see Admission Requirements, Requirements for Admission to Undergraduate Degree Programs)

The INEP is a rigorous science-based program. Senior Chemistry and Math courses are strongly recommended prior to attending this program.

 

Important Deadline Dates

Status of Application

Open (currently accepting application for next academic year)

Deadline to Submit Copies of Transcripts

Two weeks after Application (Upgrading may be “in progress”)

 

How to Apply

Please complete and submit the application package. There is no cost to apply! 

Download Application Package

With the application package, you will submit:

  • application form
  • personal statement
  • two personal references
  • resume
  • transcripts from high school and post-secondary institutions attended

Please submit your application package directly to the Indigenous Acces Programs Coordinator by email or fax, as directed in the package. Applicants may submit a partial application, while awaiting personal references.

Copies of your official transcripts from all high schools, colleges, and universities that you have attended, if applicable, are required. You can upload copies using your myInfo student portal. You gain access to myInfo shortly after applying. We will send you your username and temporary password in our acknowledgement email. If you encounter issues with accessing myInfo, try to recover your account

Alternatively, you can mail your application and copies of your official transcripts to Lakehead University. Our mailing address is:

Lakehead University
Enrolment Services - Undergraduate Admissions
955 Oliver Road
Thunder Bay, ON
P7B 5E1 

If you need assistance with getting copies of your transcripts from your previous institutions, please contact Lisa Primavesi, the Indigenous Access Programs Coordinator, at coordinator.iap@lakeheadu.ca.

What Happens After I Apply?

Applicants gain access to myInfo, which is Lakehead University’s student portal, shortly after applying. Your username and temporary password are included in our acknowledgement email. 

Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding the program or your application, please contact Lisa Primavesi, the Indigenous Access Programs Coordinator, at coordinator.iap@lakeheadu.ca.

The program includes four academic preparation courses:

  • English                                   ENGL 1012, ENGL 1015
  • Chemistry                              CHEM 1050, CHEM 1070
  • Mathematics                         MATH 0212
  • Biology                                   NURS 1120

 

In addition, four skills-based courses are also included:

  • Communications                                NURS 1110
  • Professional Orientation                   NURS 1130
  • Study Skills and Critical Thinking     UNIV 1016

For descriptions of these courses, please visit the Course Calendar.

The INEP Program combines traditional and western medical practices

The program is based on two semesters of twelve weeks each.

With the support of faculty, staff, peers, and the community, your successful completion of the program (with a minimum 70% average) will ensure your eligibility for admission to the Bachelor of Science Nursing degree program at Lakehead University.


More information about Payment Methods, and Payment Due Dates can be found here: Student Fees Information



All fees are displayed in Canadian Dollars ($CAD)

Nursing, INEP
Thunder Bay
YearTuitionAncillary FeesTotal1st Installment2nd Installment1.0 FCE Tuition1.0 FCE Total0.5 FCE Tuition0.5 FCE Total
1
$5,984.51
$1,425.44
$7,409.95
$3,704.98
$3,704.97
$1,196.90
$1,422.84
$598.45
$711.42
2
$5,955.86
$1,345.44
$7,301.30
$3,650.65
$3,650.65
$1,191.17
$1,337.11
$595.59
$668.56
3
$5,915.30
$1,345.44
$7,260.74
$3,630.37
$3,630.37
$1,183.06
$1,329.00
$591.53
$664.50
4
$5,398.29
$1,345.44
$6,743.73
$3,371.87
$3,371.86
$1,079.66
$1,225.60
$539.83
$612.80
YearTuitionAncillary FeesTotal1st Installment2nd Installment1.0 FCE Tuition1.0 FCE Total0.5 FCE Tuition0.5 FCE Total
1
$28,500.00
$1,425.44
$29,925.44
$14,962.72
$14,962.72
$5,700.00
$5,925.94
$2,850.00
$2,962.97
2
$28,113.85
$1,345.44
$29,459.29
$14,729.65
$14,729.64
$5,622.77
$5,768.71
$2,811.39
$2,884.36
3
$28,113.85
$1,345.44
$29,459.29
$14,729.65
$14,729.64
$5,622.77
$5,768.71
$2,811.39
$2,884.36
4
$27,318.18
$1,319.44
$28,637.62
$14,318.81
$14,318.81
$5,463.64
$5,602.58
$2,731.82
$2,801.29
In addition to the above, International Students must pay the mandatory University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) which is payable in full with your first installment. Please click here for more information about UHIP

Click to display ancillary fee breakdown

 

2023-24 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Full-Time Undergraduate Nursing Students (Thunder Bay)CodeAmount
Lakehead University Services & Nursing Fees  
Athletic Building FundSABFF70.00
Athletic Building Fee (Wolf Den)SABWF99.00
Student Recreation and WellnessSATHF134.84
Computer Enhancement (Technology) FeeSCOMF25.00
Health Services Support FeeSHEAF79.45
Capital Improvements C.J. Sanders BuildingSCISF30.00
Canadian Nursing Student Association SNURA11.00
 LU Services & Nursing Fees Subtotal: 449.29
Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fees  
LUSU Capital Fund Fee SBLDF56.00
LUSU Medical/Dental* SMEDF399.00
LUSU Bus Pass** SLBUS225.75
LUSU Activity FeeSLUSF149.00
Aboriginal ProgrammingSLRAB2.00
AFCASA African Caribbean Student Association FeeSLRAF0.50
Nanabijou FeeSLRNA5.00
Social Action FeeSLRSA2.00
Sustainability FeeSLRSU5.50
WUSC - World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Students)SLRWU7.00
CFS - Canadian Federation of Students FeeSLCFS19.40
LU Radio FeeSRADF10.00
Lakehead University Nursing Association Membership FeeSLUNM15.00
LUSU Fees Subtotal: 896.15
TOTAL NURSING Student Ancillary Fee (Upper Years): 1345.44

First Year Students Only:

2023-24 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for First Year Full-Time Nursing Students (Thunder Bay)CodeAmount
Orientation & First Year Experience FeeSORIE80.00
TOTAL NURSING Student Ancillary Fee (Thunder Bay): 1345.44
TOTAL First Year Nursing Student Ancillary Fee (Thunder Bay): 1425.44

 * The LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance (SMEDF) policy is effective September 1, for the 12 months ending August 31. All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee. Should a student have comparable coverage, and choose to opt-out, they may do so by going to the LUSU Website at www.lusu.ca and clicking on opt-out to proceed. No exceptions or extensions. Opting out does not remove the fee from your student account. For additional information regarding LUSU services including Medical and Dental please go to www.lusu.ca or contact LUSU directly by phone (807) 343-8259

 Co-op, Part-Time, Senior, and Graduate students are not covered but may purchase the Plan.

** 
The LUSU Bus Pass Fee (SLBUS):  All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee.


2023-24 Compulsory Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate Full-Time (Thunder Bay)CodeAmount
Lakehead University Services Fees  
Athletic Building FundSABFF70.00
Athletic Building Fee (Wolf Den) SABWF  99.00
Student Recreation and WellnessSATHF134.84
Computer Enhancement (Technology) FeeSCOMF25.00
Health Services Support FeeSHEAF79.45
Capital Improvements C.J. Sanders BuildingSCISF30.00
Lakehead Services Subtotal: 438.29
Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fees   
LUSU Capital FundSBLDF56.00
LUSU Medical/DentalSMEDF *399.00
LUSU Bus PassSLBUS **225.75
LUSU Activity FeeSLUSF149.00
Aboriginal Programming FeeSLRAB2.00
AFCASA African Caribbean Student Association FeeSLRAF 0.50
Nanabijou FeeSLRNA5.00
Social Action FeeSLRSA2.00
SustainabilitySLRSU5.50
WUSC - World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Students)SLRWU7.00
Canadian Federation of Students (CFS) FeeSLCFS19.40
LU Radio FeeSRADF10.00
LUSU Fees Subtotal: 881.15
TOTAL Compulsory Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate Full-Time (Thunder Bay)  1319.44

* The LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance (SMEDF) policy is effective September 1, for the 12 months ending August 31. All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee. Should a student have comparable coverage and choose to opt-out they may do so by going to the LUSU Website at www.lusu.ca and clicking on opt-out to proceed. No exceptions or extensions. Opting out does not remove the fee from your student account. For additional information regarding LUSU services including Medical and Dental please go to www.lusu.ca or contact LUSU directly by phone (807) 343-8259

 Co-op, Part-Time, Senior, and Graduate students are not covered, but may purchase the Plan.

**
The LUSU Bus Pass Fee (SLBUS):  All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee.


2023-24 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for First Year
- Undergraduate Full-Time  Students (Thunder Bay)
 Code Amount
Orientation & First Year Experience Fee SORIE80.00
Total Compulsory Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate Full-Time (Thunder Bay): 1319.44
 TOTAL Compulsory Ancillary Fees for First Year Students - Undergraduate Full-Time (Thunder Bay):
  1399.44
2023-24 Ancillary Fees for Part-Time Undergraduate Students - Per Course (Thunder Bay)CodeAmount (1.0FCE)
Amount (0.5FCE)
Lakehead University Services Fees   
Athletic Building FundSABFF14.007.00
Athletic Building Fee (Wolf Den)SABWF19.80 9.90
Student Recreation and WellnessSATHF26.9713.48
Computer Enhancement (Technology) FeeSCOMF5.002.50
Health Services Support FeeSHEAF15.897.95
Capital Improvements C.J. Sanders BuildingSCISF6.003.00
Lakehead University Services Subtotal: 87.6643.83
Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fees   
LUSU Capital FundSBLDF11.205.60
LUSU Activity FeeSLUSF 29.8014.90
Aboriginal Programming Fee SLRAB0.400.20
AFCASA African Caribbean Student Association FeeSLRAF0.100.05
 Nanabijou Fee SLRNA1.00  0.50
Social Action FeeSLRSA0.400.20
Sustainability FeeSLRSU1.100.55
WUSC World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Student) FeeSLRWU1.400.70
CFS (Canadian Federation of Students) FeeSLCFS3.881.94
LU Radio FeeSRADF2.001.00
LUSU fees Subtotal: 51.2825.64
TOTAL Part-Time Per Course Ancillary Fees (Thunder Bay): 138.9469.47
    
2023-24 Compulsory Ancillary Fees For Part-Time Undergraduate First Year Students: Amount (1.0FCE)Amount (0.5FCE)
Orientation and First Year Experience Fee (Flat Fee - not per course)SORIE80.0080.00
Part-Time Per Course Ancillary Fees (Thunder Bay): 138.9469.47
TOTAL Part-Time Per Course Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate First Year/First Course (Thunder Bay): 218.94149.47
2023-24 Compulsory Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate Full-Time (Orillia) Code Amount
Lakehead University Services Fees  
Student Recreation and WellnessSATHO107.89
Computer Enhancement (Technology) FeeSCOMO25.00
Health Services Support FeeSHEAO79.45
Lakehead Services Subtotal 212.34
Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fees  
LUSU Capital FundSBLDO56.00
LUSU U-Pass Fee SLBUO145.00
LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance *SMEDO399.00
LUSU Activity FeeSLUSO149.00
WUSC World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Students)SWUSO7.00
CFS (Canadian Federation of Student) FeeSCFSO19.40
LUSU Fees (Orillia) Subtotal 775.40
TOTAL Compulsory Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate Full-Time (Orillia) 987.74

* The LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance (SMEDF) policy is effective September 1, for the 12 months ending August 31. All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee. Should a student have comparable coverage and choose to opt-out they may do so by going to the LUSU Website at www.lusu.ca and clicking on opt-out to proceed. No exceptions or extensions. Opting out does not remove the fee from your student account. For additional information regarding LUSU services including Medical and Dental please go to www.lusu.ca or contact LUSU directly by phone (807) 343-8259

 Co-op, Part-Time, Seniors, and Graduate students are not covered but may purchase the Plan.

** The LUSU Bus Pass Fee (SLBUO):  All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee.


 First Year Students

2023-24 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for First Year Full-Time Students (Orillia) Code Amount
Orientation & First Year Experience FeeSORIO80.00
LUSU and LU Services Fees Total 987.74
Total 1067.74
2023-24 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Part-Time Undergraduate Students (Orillia)CodeAmount Per Course (1.0FCE)Amount Per Half Course (0.5FCE)
Lakehead University Services Fees
   
Student Recreation and WellnessSATHO21.5810.79
Computer Enhancement (Technology) FeeSCOMO5.002.50
Health Services Support FeeSHEAO15.897.95
Lakehead Services Fees Subtotal: 42.4721.23
Lakehead University Student Union Fees   
LUSU Capital FundSBLDO11.205.60
LUSU Activity FeeSLUSO29.8014.90
WUSC World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Students)SWUSO1.400.70
CFS (Canadian Federation of Students) FeeSCFSO3.881.94
LUSU Fees Subtotal: 46.2823.14
TOTAL Part-Time Per Course Ancillary Fee (Orillia): 88.7544.37
    
First Year Part-Time Orillia Students:   
Orientation & First Year Experience Fee (Flat fee - Not per course)SORIO80.0080.00
Part-Time Per Course Ancillary Fee (Orillia) 88.7544.37
TOTAL Part-Time Per Course/First Course, First Year (Orillia) 168.75124.37
2023-24 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Full-Time Undergraduate Lakehead-Georgian Students (Barrie) - all programs except Engineering
 Code Amount
Lakehead University Services Fees  
Student Recreation and WellnessSATHG107.89
Computer Enhancement (Technology) FeeSCOMG25.00
Health Services Support FeeSHEAG79.45
Lakehead Services Subtotal: 212.34
Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fees  
LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance *SMEDG399.00
LUSU Activity FeeSLUSG149.00
LUSU Capital FundSBLDG56.00
WUSC World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Students)SWUSG7.00
CFS (Canadian Federation of Student) FeeSCFSG19.40
LUSU Fees Subtotal: 630.40
Georgian/Barrie U-Pass Fee **SLBUB187.58
TOTAL Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Full-Time Undergraduate Lakehead-Georgian Students (Barrie) - all programs except Engineering:
 1030.32

* The LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance (SMEDF) policy is effective September 1, for the 12 months ending August 31. All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee. Should a student have comparable coverage and choose to opt-out they may do so by going to the LUSU Website at www.lusu.ca and clicking on opt-out to proceed. No exceptions or extensions. Opting out does not remove the fee from your student account. For additional information regarding LUSU services including Medical and Dental please go to www.lusu.ca or contact LUSU directly by phone (807) 343-8259

 Co-op students, Part-Time Students, Seniors, and Graduate students are not covered but may purchase the Plan.

** The Georgian/Barrie Bus Pass Fee (SLBUB):  All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee.

 


 

2023-24 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for First Year Full-Time Lakehead-Georgian (Barrie) - Non-Engineering
 Code Amount
Orientation & First Year Experience FeeSORIB80.00
LUSU and LU Services and Bus Pass Subtotal 1030.32
Total 1110.32

 

2023-24  Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Part-Time Undergraduate Lakehead-Georgian Students (Barrie) All Programs
 Code Amount Per Course (1.0 FCE)
Amount Per Half Course (0.5 FCE)
Lakehead University Services Fees   
Student Recreation and Wellness 
SATHG21.5810.79
Computer Enhancement (Technology) FeeSCOMG5.002.50
Health Services Support FeeSHEAG15.897.95
Lakehead Services Subtotal: 42.4721.23
Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fees   
LUSU Activity FeeSLUSG29.8014.90
LUSU Capital FundSBLDG11.205.60
WUSC World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Students)SWUSG1.400.70
CFS (Canadian Federation of Student) FeeSCFSG3.881.94
LUSU Fees Subtotal: 46.2823.14
TOTAL Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Part-Time (Per Course) Undergraduate Lakehead-Georgian Students (Barrie) - all programs:
 88.7544.37