NOSM University was established to reach into medically underserved communities in the North like never before. Our entire reason for being is to understand the health-care needs of the North, and to come up with equitable solutions that work for the North. We know that building and maintaining strong and healthy relationships is critical to creating sustainable local health systems across 800,000 km2 in Northern Ontario.
Learn more about the wider campus of NOSM University.
With this in mind, we are excited for you to explore our two beautiful campuses in Thunder Bay and Sudbury, and all that the North has to offer. Whether you are a prospective student, community partner, donor, or government official, find out what makes NOSM University unique. Join us and see how our institution—Canada’s first independent medical University—is shaping the future of health care in Northern Ontario.
Are you a Future Learner
Do you have questions about NOSM University? Want to learn more about the programs we offer? Visit Future Learners or email your questions to Admissions and Learner Recruitment at admissions@nosm.ca.
The Office of Admissions & Learner Recruitment hosts a virtual Chat with an Admissions Officer Sessions every other Tuesday throughout the year. We encourage all potential applicants to attend.
Virtual Tours
Virtual tours enable you to experience NOSM University from the comfort of home. Explore the Thunder Bay and Sudbury campuses by walking the “virtual” hallway to view classrooms, labs, libraries, and student areas.
Visit in Person – Book a Tour
During your campus tour, knowledgeable NOSM University ambassadors will guide you through campus, showing you our outstanding facilities and programs for approximately 45 minutes.
Please note that all prospective applicants are encouraged to view the virtual tours and contact admissions directly at admissions@nosm.ca for tours directly related to future learners.
During a tour, you will get to see:
Campus Life & Student Services
Get a sneak peek into life as a NOSM University student, as well as student services available to support learners through their academic journey.
NOSM University Student Council’s website is updated regularly with information for learners about their advocacy work, campus life, community information, and more.
Research Labs
Explore our groundbreaking research labs where researchers from all different levels and backgrounds make incredible discoveries of relevance to Northern Ontarians.
Interactive Classrooms
Visit our interactive classrooms equipped with the latest technology to provide an engaging learning environment for students at both campuses.
Study Spaces and Practice Exam Rooms
Explore our study spaces and practice exam rooms designed to enhance the academic experience and to help learners effectively study.
Visit the Dr. Gilles Arcand Centre for Health Equity
The Dr. Gilles Arcand Centre for Health Equity—previously known as the Centre for Social Accountability—is a multidisciplinary centre of NOSM University dedicated to the improvement of health and wellness in Northern Ontario. Through policy leadership and advocacy, research and innovation, and education that better aligns medical training with community needs, the Dr. Gilles Arcand Centre for Health Equity is becoming a frontrunner in the improvement of sustainable equity, access, and population health outcomes.
Join us and see how our institution—Canada’s first independent medical University—is shaping the future of health care in Northern Ontario.
Book Your Tour
➡️ Register now for an on-campus tour.
Accessibility – Please let us know if you require any assistive devices to improve your campus tour experience (wheelchair, assistive-listening devices, sign-language interpreters, etc.). Please note your request(s) while registering for your campus tour in the link above.
Getting to Campus
Check out how to get to our Sudbury or Thunder Bay campus, where to park upon arrival and other important information!
Check out our campus maps and parking information.
Explore Our Wider Campus
NOSM University’s education is quite literally “all over the map,” taking learners out of the traditional classroom and into your community. Learners are woven into the fabric of more than 90 Northern Ontario communities. They learn in context about the determinants of health that are relevant to the region, with the hopes that their experiences will win over hearts and minds and encourage them to practice in the North upon completion of their training.