General Information

Algoma University serves over 1,200 students in Northern Ontario at its Sault Ste. Marie location. In addition, Algoma University has campuses in Brampton and Timmins. Algoma University offers more than 20 , including courses in:

  • Business
  • Community Development
  • Economics
  • Biology
  • History
  • Psychology
  • Computer Science

The address for the Algoma University Campus is: 

Sault Ste. Marie Campus:
1520 Queen Street East
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario  P6A 2G4
(705) 949-2301; 1-888-ALGOMA-U (1-888-254-6628)

Brampton Campus Downtown:
24 Queen Street East (Suite LL01/102/103)
Brampton, Ontario  L6V 1A3

Brampton- Creekside Site:
5110 Creekbank Road
Mississauga, Ontario L4W 0A1

Timmins Campus:
4715 Highway 101 East located at Northern College
South Porcupine, Ontario  P0N 1H0

Accessibility Services

Accessibility Services

At Algoma University, the office supporting students with accessibility is called . It is the primary place to find out about all of your disability related needs.

Documentation Requirements

In order to access accommodations at Algoma University, please visit the linked webpage to learn what  is required to show proof of a disability.

Support Services Available

Health Services

Algoma University provides  for all students. This includes access to a physician, counsellor, and dental hygienist. 

Academic Support

 offers a range of academic support services to Algoma University students including: ,  and .

Library Services

The  at Algoma University offers various resources for students including books, journal articles, and e-books. The library also provides services for students such as borrowing services, citation guides, inter-library loans, and writing tutorials.

Algoma University also has an portal that supports users with print disabilities at participating Ontario universities and colleges by making library collections accessible through an online platform.

Academic Advising

 at Algoma University offer orientation sessions, drop-in times, and appointments to help students learn about degree program requirements, support services, registering for classes, paying fees, and more. 

Other Support Services

Financial Aid

Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards

Algoma University’s  offers a range of financial assistance which consists of merit-based scholarships, need-based bursaries, and awards based on academic achievement. Information regarding Algoma University's financial aid is available on their website, as well as complete lists of scholarships, bursaries, awards, and contact information.

Residence and Housing

On-Campus Housing

Algoma University’s  offers traditional and townhouse-style residence buildings. All first year students are guaranteed private rooms with a shared bathroom if they complete their residence application by the given deadline. Traditional style rooms include a private bedroom and a shared washroom. Townhouse-style units include 4 bedrooms, a shared washroom, shared common space, and a shared kitchen. All building amenities include:

  • Common rooms
  • Common study areas
  • Access to a front desk
  • Maintenance
  • Laundry facilities

Rooms in all buildings come furnished and include internet access and local telephone service. Residence rates vary depending on building choice and room style. Mandatory are an additional cost and come in a variety of options. Payment plans are available for residence fees.

Barrier-free rooms are available for students with special accommodation needs by providing proper documentation during the residence application process. Contact the Residence Coordinator for more information. 

Off-Campus Housing

Algoma University's Residence Life produces an  to help students living off-campus to understand their rights and responsibilities, and connect them with on-campus resources. 

Getting Around

Click on the buttons below to learn more.

Campus Accessibility

There are campus map links for the and the . In person as well as virtual tours are available.

Sault Ste. Marie Transit

 is comprised of buses. Full-time students at Algoma University are eligible for a discounted . Sault Ste. Marie Transit provides bus routes and  for every transit route they offer.

Accessibility

 is provided at the front of the bus for persons with disabilities. The  is a curb-to-curb service for persons with physical disabilities, who due to their disability are unable to use the conventional transit. More information about Parabus Transit and the eligibility guidelines and application is available on their website.