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Indigenous Nursing Entry Program (INEP) at Lakehead University

Lakehead University, Canada

Programme overview

Eight-month preparatory program for First Nations (status or non-status), Metis or Inuit students who do not meet the regular entry requirements for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing; successful completion with a minimum 70% average ensures eligibility for the BScN, and an 80% average or higher qualifies students for the 3-year compressed stream. Includes six academic preparation courses with advising, tutoring and cultural supports.

Faculty: Health & Behavioural Sciences  |  Department: Nursing  |  Duration: 8 months  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants must be First Nations (status or non-status), Metis or Inuit, fluent in English, hold Grade 12C English or equivalent and not meet the BScN admission criteria; Grade 12C Chemistry and senior Math are strongly recommended. Application package with personal statement, two references, resume and transcripts; no application fee.

Domestic applicants: CAD 6,104 a year (2026). Canadian/Permanent Resident of Ontario, full-time Fall/Winter 2026-2027 tuition for fee group 'Nursing, INEP' (Thunder Bay campus schedule); figure shown is Year 1 tuition. Tuition by year of study: Year 1: $6,104.20; Year 2: $6,074.98; Year 3: $6,033.61; Source

International applicants: CAD 31,750 a year (2026). International, full-time Fall/Winter 2026-2027 tuition for fee group 'Nursing, INEP' (Thunder Bay campus schedule); figure shown is Year 1 tuition. Tuition by year of study: Year 1: $31,750.00; Year 2: $31,143.00; Year 3: $31,143.00; Year 4: $31,143.00. E Source

Lakehead has three intake periods: Fall (September), Winter (January) and Spring/Summer (May/July).

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