Join a vibrant student community of over 25,000 undergraduates, including 3,600+ international students from 160+ countries. At Carleton, your degree is designed to lead to a career: 93% of graduates are employed in a related field within 2 years of graduation, supported by one of Ontario’s largest co‑op programs and strong employer connections.
Carleton University Undergraduate
About
Located in the heart of Ottawa, Canada’s National Capital, Carleton University is a leading comprehensive university with a strong focus on learning through research and real‑world experience. Since 1942, the university has helped thousands of students build practical skills through undergraduate programs, co‑op and work‑integrated learning, supported by competitive tuition, scholarships and guaranteed on‑campus housing for recent high school graduates.
Welcome to Carleton University in Ottawa, Canada's capital city!
Carleton University is located in Ottawa, a G7 capital city and one of the country’s fastest‑growing technology hubs. The region is home to more than 1,900 tech companies, along with government departments, research centres and global organizations. This strong ecosystem creates valuable opportunities for students to gain experience, build networks and prepare for careers in Canada and beyond.
Excellent education
Carleton’s beautiful riverside campus is just minutes from downtown and offers a supportive, inclusive and student‑focused environment. The university is recognized as a leading comprehensive university in Canada, known for innovative research and strong programs across arts and social sciences, business, engineering and design, science and public affairs. With a flexible academic structure and more than 200 majors and specializations to choose from, students can customize their degrees by combining programs, adding minors and exploring interests across disciplines.
Industry work experience during your degree
Students at Carleton benefit from learning that combines theory with real‑world experience. Many undergraduate programs include co‑op, practicum or field placement options, allowing students to gain paid work experience while completing their degree. The university also encourages undergraduate research, entrepreneurship and Community Service Learning to help students build practical skills and confidence.
Competitive tuition fees and guaranteed residence
Carleton offers competitive tuition and generous scholarships to international students. Recent high school graduates are guaranteed on‑campus housing, providing a safe and welcoming place to live while adjusting to university life.
Carleton’s beautiful riverside campus offers modern classrooms, labs and study spaces, all connected by 5 km of indoor tunnels that make it easy to get around year‑round. Students enjoy a vibrant campus life with on‑campus housing, recreation and fitness facilities, dining options and hundreds of clubs and activities that help them feel at home from day one.
You can find the prerequisites for your program using the admission requirements tool on Carelton's website. Simply select your educational background and program of interest, then click “Get Details.” This tool will provide personalized information about the admission requirements, including grades, documents, and any exams you may need.
Carleton University offers competitive tuition and one of the most generous scholarship programs in Canada for international undergraduate students. Students can plan their finances with confidence thanks to guaranteed tuition and a range of automatic and merit‑based scholarships
Entrance Scholarships (Automatic)
International students entering Carleton directly from high school are automatically considered for renewable entrance scholarships based on their admission average. No separate application is required. These scholarships are renewable each year with good academic standing and range from $1,000 to $4,000 CAD a year for up to 4 years of studies.
President’s Welcome Award for International Students
International undergraduate students entering directly from high school are automatically considered for the President’s Welcome Award for International Students, valued between $2,000 and $5,000 CAD, depending on grades at the time of admission. This award is offered in addition to entrance scholarships.
Prestige Scholarships (Application Required)
Carleton’s Prestige Scholarships are the university’s highest‑value awards. They are available to top‑achieving students entering directly from high school with excellent grades and strong extracurricular involvement. A separate application and references are required.
Ongoing Scholarships and Bursaries
After starting their studies, international students may also be eligible for in‑course scholarships, faculty‑specific awards and bursaries, based on academic performance and other criteria. Carleton awards millions of dollars in scholarships and bursaries each year to undergraduate students.
International students choose Carleton University for five key reasons:
- Strong academic performance and rankings. Carleton University is ranked among the top 4 comprehensive universities in Canada by Maclean’s and is recognized for student support, research strength and faculty awards across multiple disciplines.
- Co‑op and work‑integrated learning. More than 200 programs and streams offer co‑op options, and students can graduate with up to 16 months of paid, relevant work experience in Canada or internationally.
- Guaranteed on‑campus residence. International students entering directly from high school are guaranteed housing in one of 12 on‑campus residence buildings, with the option of year-round residence for the entire duration of their degree (up to 5 years in total), an offer that is uncommon among Canadian universities.
- Flexible degree structure. Carleton offers 26 undergraduate degree programs with extensive options to combine majors, minors, concentrations and specializations, allowing students to design an academic pathway that aligns with their interests and career goals.
- Ottawa’s capital‑city advantage. Located in Canada’s capital, Carleton provides access to federal government departments, embassies and Canada’s largest technology park, while Ottawa is consistently ranked as one of the best cities for students, safety and quality of life.
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