Key Facts
Campus Size: Small
Location: Algoma U is located in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario at the Canada-US border. Situated in the heart of the Great Lakes, the city is surrounded by lakes, rivers, and forests.
Enrollment: 800+ undergraduate students
Contact Information:
E-mail: info@auc.ca
Main phone: (705) 949-2301, ext 298
Fax: (705) 949-6583
Overview and Location:
Algoma University College, an affiliate college of Laurentian University, is home to over 800 students. With over 25 degree programs offered in the
humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and professional areas, Algoma U is committed to providing personal attention for every student in a
distinctive Ontario setting. Our interdisciplinary, interactive approach to learning is the key to our students' success—your mind matters!
Algoma U is located in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario at the Canada-US border. Situated in the heart of the Great Lakes, the city is surrounded by
lakes, rivers, and forests. With a population of approximately 75,000, the city offers the amenities of a large urban center; shopping, restaurants,
theatre, state-of-the-art cinemas, recreation, and professional services in combination with the friendliness, safety, and clean environment of a
smaller city.
Come to Algoma U in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, and learn in an environment that provides personal attention and focuses on individual success.
- All courses taught by highly qualified faculty members.
- Access to computer labs and tutorial assistance is also available.
Algoma University College is an affiliate campus of Laurentian University.
We invite you to tour our campus and see first-hand what we can offer you.
Residence
Algoma U students have the choice of on-campus or off-campus housing.
Whether you choose to live on-campus or off-campus, you will find the housing reasonably priced and within close proximity to Algoma U. Please
select above for more information about the housing options.
Live in our comfortable townhouse-style residence minutes away from classes.
Student Associations
As a student of Algoma University, you are also a member of the Students' Association (AUSA). The AUSA Board of Directors provides a strong voice for
students, promoting their interests and needs, both within and beyond the Algoma U community.
The AUSA is also the hub of student representation within the university. Through the office, students have representation on most Algoma University
College bodies and committees, including the Board of Governors, Senate, and numerous Senate committees, i.e.: Academic Planning, Appeals, Curriculum,
Student Services, and Ethics.
Algoma University students are also members of the Canadian Federation of Students (CFS), Canada's national student organization. CFS provides a
lobbying voice for students. Students at CFS member schools have access to a number of CFS services, including the Student Work Abroad Programme (SWAP),
the International Student Identity Card (ISIC), Student Saver, and much more. Your local CFS link is the AUSA Vice-President.
The AUSA office is located in Shingwauk Hall (main building) room GN-2. AUSA provides the following services:
- essay typing
- professional resume consultation
- assistance in buying and selling used text books
- special events like Novemberfest, March Madness, and weekly pubs
Get involved! Contact AUSA at (705) 949-2301 ext. 314
The Native students of Algoma U have an active Shingwauk Aboriginal Student Association (SASA) and are represented on AUSA, the Aboriginal People's
Council (an advisory committee of the Algoma U Board of Governors), and the Cross Cultural Committee.
Get involved! Contact the Native Student Counsellor at (705) 949-2301 ext. 218
Admissions
The Admissions Officer reviews and processes all applications to Algoma University College. Our Admissions Officer is available to guide you through the
admissions process. Please read below for details on how to apply!
Algoma University College makes offers of admission to students:
- who are currently in high school
- with transfer credits from another postsecondary institution
- with a college diploma
- who apply as "mature" students
- who wish to study on a student visa as "international" students
Contact Us
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