January 22, 2024 - 51ÎÛÂþ is once again seeing an increase (+5.9%) in the number of applications from Ontario High School students. The Ontario Universities Application Centre (OUAC) released their for Ontario Universities and 51ÎÛÂþ¡¯s applications have increased in number and at a rate higher than the sector average (+5.0%).
¡°We are pleased that more students want to study at Laurentian and are selecting our university as their first choice,¡± said Dr. Brenda Brouwer, Interim Provost and Vice-President Academic. ¡°The investments we¡¯ve made in faculty and staff renewal and introducing resources to enhance the student experience, is having an impact on positioning Laurentian as a destination of choice.¡±
In addition to the increase in 1st Choice Applications, there are increases in all choices including a 12% increase in second choice. These increases in applications are in both on campus (+7%) and online degree (+23%) programs.
Importantly, Laurentian is seeing an increase in applications from all regions of the Province, with the most significant growth taking place in Northeastern Ontario +13%, Eastern Ontario +11%, Greater Toronto Area +10% and Central Ontario +7%.
¡°We have focused recruitment efforts in the region and the province which has included many Ontario high school visits - we¡¯re thrilled to see that the effort is paying off,¡± added Dr. Brouwer. ¡°We¡¯re confident that application trends will translate to increased enrolment. We're already seeing an increase in the number of domestic students who have confirmed their offers (+68%) relative to this time last year.¡±
The University continues to accept applications for fall 2024 and interested students are encouraged to learn more about the 100+ programs available, including 34 offered in French.