Uniquely personal.
You’ll feel it right away – the intimate, close-knit connections. Here, academic excellence is personal. Small seminars, hands-on labs, faculty and staff who care about your goals, innovative programs and research, our special mission of cross-cultural exchange – they enrich every aspect of Algoma life and learning.
We celebrate the values, personalities, and convictions that make each of us unique. The life experiences you bring to campus are an essential part of the Algoma difference too. Be immersed in diverse world views. Our Special Mission – a commitment to cross-cultural learning between Anishinaabe communities and the world – combined with the international profile of our students, global reach of our exchanges, and deep community partnerships gives our grads invaluable leadership advantages too.
Our Thunderbird – a timeless symbol of strength and resilience – is a constant reminder of the impact we can have… together.
Intimate, innovative, impactful… welcome to Algoma University.
Students
Expand your world view, daily. The wide range of cultural, academic and social activities that Algoma offers, combined with the diversity of our student population – nearly 50% are international – gives every student opportunities for remarkable exchanges and experiences.
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Academics
Our intimate scale means more personalized learning. Every voice is heard and valued. Faculty and staff know you by name. Their priority is your success, inside and outside of the classroom.
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About Algoma
As a partner with Shingwauk Kinoomaage Gamig (SKG), we have a special mission to cultivate cross-cultural learning between Anishinaabe (First Nations, Metis and Inuit) populations and other communities in Northern Ontario.
About AlgomaOur President - Asima C. Vezina
Research
Students have ample opportunities to develop solid research skills in a very supportive, dynamic and creative environment that is linked to our community and the world.
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Admissions
Ready to start your future at Algoma but not exactly sure which steps to take? Whether you are a Canadian, US, or International student, we are here to help you.
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Special Mission
Algoma University has been given a very special mission, one that connects to its place on this historical site
Special Mission
“It’s such a great feeling knowing that your mentors genuinely care about your success and recognize your efforts. You can’t get this close to people and to your professors at a bigger university. It really is like a family here.”
Alyssa Garofalo
BA Hons in Psychology, MA in Forensics Psychology
“ I took several biology courses, which were all amazing. The class sizes are smaller which allowed a lot of outdoors and hands-on learning. More particularly, in my ecology course, I remember catching and surveying crickets, and going into the St. Mary’s River to net fish. Everyone got to experience those opportunities, which I think is really unique to Algoma.”
Emily Faubert
Bachelor of Arts
“I knew the small school size would be great for getting involved, but I had no idea I would be able to get involved at the level that I have been, actually taking leadership roles, seeing groups and programs take the direction I want, and being able to make a mark on Algoma.”
Marissa Ditoro
Bachelor of Social Work
“At bigger universities you don’t get to know your professors like this. They wouldn’t know I was interested in going to medical school and help me get there. Here, they did just that. They wrote me incredible reference letters. They helped me every step of the way.”
Caleb Charlebois
Honours Bachelor of Science in Biology
“We receive a lot of hands-on experience and placement opportunities outside of the classroom, which really helps to apply what we are learning in real-life situations.”
Johnathan Lalonde
Bachelor of Arts in Community Economic & Social Development
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Winter Holiday Break – Campus Closure Information
Posted Dec 20, 2024
Algoma University facilities, offices, and campuses will be closed for the Winter Holiday Break, beginning with an early closure on...
