Please Note: Students must be admitted to Lakehead University before completing a residence application
You're just a few steps away from your home on campus.
If you have any questions or concerns please contact us our team at:
(807) 343-8010 ext. 8060 / resaccnt@lakeheadu.ca in Thunder Bay
(705) 330-4010 extension 3001 / resadmin.orillia@lakeheadu.ca in Orillia
Have your Lakehead University student username and password found in your Acknowledgement Letter ready.
Room assignments will not be completed until the online residence housing application form has been completed and the Residence Office has received your $250.00 down payment.
It's also important that you make sure that you have familiarized yourself with our accommodations and rates.
| High School Students |
This application is for students who are planning to graduate from high school in June 2026. |
| Returning Students |
Returning students are those currently living in Residence. |
| Upper Year Students |
Please Note: There is no down payment required with this application until you receive a room offer. Upper year students are those who:
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| International Students NEW to Lakehead |
The International Student Application is for NEW International Student to Lakehead University. |
| Exchange Students (4 Month - Fall Term) |
Four month exchange students are assigned rooms in the Residence Halls. |
| Spring & Summer Students |
Please Note: There is no down payment required with this application Accommodation period - May 1, 2026 to August 18, 2026 Townhouses (maximum 4 students). Spring/Summer room charges (and tax if applicable) will be added to your student account based on the information provided on your Residence application form. Please advise the Residence Accounts/Admissions Office of any changes with your stay. If your stay is less than 4 weeks, you will be assessed applicable Accommodation Tax. All residence rooms must be vacated by 12 noon August 19, 2026 (Thunder Bay and Orillia) unless students are in Residence for the 2026-2027 academic year. Meal plans are not available during the summer months. |
| Winter 2027 Students |
Applications will open in September 2026 Rooms will be booked in the order that applications are received based on availability and suitability. Full Winter Term payment is due by December 15, 2026. |
| Early Arrival Requests |
All students who would like to move in before the start of the Residence Contract (September 3, 2026) must submit a request to do so. Students will be able to apply for early arrival once they have a confirmed room booking. Thunder Bay - Email resops@lakeheadu.ca We will make every attempt to have your room ready for your arrival but in some cases your room may not be available. In the event that we are unable to accommodate your request, there are several hotels close to the University. |
Applying for residence has never been easier!
Residence room assignment information will be emailed to Lakehead University email accounts.
