Carleton University
Ideally located at the heart of Canada’s capital, Carleton University is a connected and compassionate research and teaching institution with a passion for driving real change in the world. Our faculty, staff and students are united in our ambition to leverage the power of higher education as a force for good.
We provide an unmatched university experience to more than 30,500 undergraduate and graduate students and have helped over 195,000 alumni achieve their dreams. Our faculty members are recognized internationally for their scholarship and leading research in more than 50 disciplines.
We offer more than 200 undergraduate and graduate programs, a number of certificate and diploma programs, generous scholarships and plenty of opportunities to gain valuable hands-on practical experience through practicums, fieldwork, work placements and co-op programs.
We continue to rank within the top 5 for student satisfaction and for comprehensive universities across Canada. Our unique location in Ottawa allows us to provide unrivaled experiential and co-op opportunities with government, private sector organizations and technology industries. We embrace these connections – locally through countless partnerships and globally with 111 partner institutions in more than 30 countries around the globe.
Our beautiful riverside campus is only a short distance from Parliament Hill and a bustling downtown. The campus is well serviced by the city’s bus and light-rail system and an extensive network of bicycle paths run alongside the campus grounds. As a self-contained community, we are easy to navigate and all our campus facilities are connected via underground tunnels.
Renseignements importants
Actualités et modifications ayant trait au(x) programme(s)
New Programs
- Bachelor of Entrepreneurship (BEnt)*
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) with RN Prescribing
- Bachelor of Engineering major in Systems Security Engineering
- Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management combined honours with Communication and Media Studies
*Prospective students are advised that the program is subject to approvals
Program Changes
- Bachelor of Engineering major in Communications Engineering has been renamed Telecommunications Engineering
- The 2 streams in the Bachelor of Engineering major in Sustainable and Renewable Energy are now 2 new majors instead of streams: Sustainable Electrical Power Engineering, and Sustainable Energy Engineering
- Bachelor of Arts in Law concentration in Business Law renamed Business Law and Private Power
- Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management concentrations changed to Development and Human Rights; Public Policy and Administration; and International Policy
- Bachelor of Global and International Studies option with no concentration
- Bachelor of Science Undeclared renamed BSc Gateway with option of Life Sciences or Physical Sciences
- Bachelor of Information Technology major in Interactive Media and Design no longer has portfolio requirement
Bachelor of Entrepreneurship*
English (ENG4U)
*Prospective students are advised that the program is subject to approvals
Bachelor of Engineering in Systems Security
Advanced Functions (MHF4U); Calculus (MCV4U); Chemistry (SCH4U); Physics (SPH4U)
Bachelor of Science Gateway (Life Sciences or Physical Sciences)
Advanced Functions (MHF4U); Two credits from Biology (SBI4U), Chemistry (SCH4U), Earth and Space Science (SES4U) or Physics (SPH4U): (Calculus [MCV4U] strongly recommended)
Bourses et prix
La plupart des universités offrent des bourses d’études. Contrairement aux prêts, vous n’avez pas à rembourser une bourse d’études. Les universités attribuent des bourses d’études selon le mérite scolaire, le besoin financier, les activités parascolaires et d’autres distinctions.
Vous pouvez présenter une demande pour certaines bourses d’études, alors que votre admissibilité sera automatiquement prise en considération pour d'autres.
Événements des universités
Les universités organisent des événements tels que des journées portes ouvertes, des visites de campus, des programmes « Étudiant d'un jour » et des visites virtuelles pour vous donner un aperçu concret de la vie étudiante. Ces événements sont une excellente façon de découvrir le campus, de rencontrer des étudiants et des professeurs, et de déterminer si une université correspond à vos attentes.
Offres d'admission
Basic Requirements for Admission
For admission to undergraduate programs, Ontario students must have the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with six 4U/M courses. 4U English is recommended. EAE4U will be treated as equivalent to ENG4U. 4U/M credits for co-op courses will not be considered as part of the 6 courses.
Higher averages are required for admission to programs for which the demand for places by qualified applicants exceeds the number of places available. The overall average required for admission is determined each year on a program by program basis. All programs have limited enrollment.
Admission is not guaranteed and all requirements are subject to change. The admission average required for entry to the co-op option of the programs listed below may be higher than the cut-off range listed for the program itself.
More about admission to Carleton
Failed and Repeated Courses
We will use the highest grade to calculate the average.
Timing and Process for Admission Decisions
We make offers of admission on a rolling basis.
Each time we receive grades from the OUAC, we re-assess to determine eligibility.
For programs with additional admission requirements (Architectural Studies, Industrial Design, Music, Nursing with RN Prescribing, and Social Work) that require additional information (e.g., portfolios, interviews, auditions), admission decisions will be made after the portfolio or supplementary application deadline.
If you apply to any of the specialty programs and plan to submit an English-language test score, scores are due on or before the portfolio or supplementary application deadlines.
Note: Most offers of admission are conditional. Once we receive your final grades, we will reassess your application to ensure that it still meets the requirements for the program and that you have received the OSSD. If you have not met the conditions, we will withdraw the offer of admission. However, where possible, we will attempt to provide an alternate offer of admission.
If you have been admitted to Carleton with an admission average of 85% or better, you will be automatically considered for one of our Entrance Scholarships. The admission average is calculated based on the high school grades submitted in support of the application, including any required prerequisite courses.
Notes:
- If you were given a scholarship offer based on early grades, and your admission average is higher when we receive your midterm grades in May, you will have your scholarship adjusted upward, if applicable.
- If your midterm average is lower than the average calculated from early grades, you will keep the original scholarship offer.
- Scholarships are not reassessed based on the grades received in June or July.
- The Entrance Scholarship offer is valid as long as you remain admissible to the chosen program.
Circonstances atténuantes
If you have any special/extenuating circumstances that have affected your academic grades and should be taken into consideration when Carleton evaluates your application, you should submit a letter about these special/extenuating circumstances to Carleton's Admissions Services.
Préparez-vous : Ressources pour vous aider à vous préparer à l’université
Academic Advising Centre
The Academic Advising Centre (AAC) focuses on supporting undergraduate and special students in achieving academic success. The AAC offers advising sessions for students who are experiencing academic difficulty, need assistance understanding their academic audit and want to ensure they are fulfilling their degree program’s academic requirements.
An Academic Advisor can help you:
- Answer your questions about the Academic Continuation Evaluation (ACE) and First Year Leniency
- Understand academic rules and regulations
- Make degree or program element changes such as major, minor or concentration
- With strategies to improve or maximize your CGPA
- Take a reduced course load or a leave of absence from your program
- Explore academic difficulties you may be experiencing
- Get connected to other student support services on campus
Career Services
Career Services is Carleton University’s centralized office supporting all students and alumni across the different disciplines and levels of study on their career paths.
Through innovative programming and collaborative initiatives, Career Services empowers students and alumni for career success. Our professional staff support career learning and skill development through education, network building and hands-on experience. We bridge and connect industry professionals with the Carleton community to meet current and future societal needs.
- Career Coaches are available to meet with students, Monday to Friday, 1 to 4 pm, on a drop-in basis or by appointment. They can assist you with resume and cover letter reviews, introductions to job search strategies, information for accessing the hidden job market and networking advice.
- Career Consultants can assist you with interview preparation including a mock interview. They are a great follow-up after having a meeting with a Career Coach and can discuss career exploration, major exploration or further education exploration. Additionally, they can help with reviewing CVs and going over our personal statement checklist.
- Career Counsellors are available by appointment only to explore your interests, values and preferences and how these may relate to or influence your career options. They can also help you explore in-depth degree options in relation to potential career paths. They are available for grad school preparation including exploring program options, and assisting with personal statements and CV reviews. Counsellors are available by referral from Consultants.
Carleton Summer Orientation Day
We encourage all future Ravens to register for Summer Orientation Day. Offered through the Student Experience Office, Summer Orientation Day is a 1 day program designed for new students and their parent(s) and supporter(s). The program is designed to promote the student’s personal academic success and individual development. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in informative workshops, explore Carleton’s campus and learn from current students, staff and faculty through a variety of programming.
The Summer Orientation sessions take place on a Saturday in August.
There are also a number of new and expanded resources for you to take advantage of this summer and throughout your first year at Carleton.
Visit the Admissions website for more information on support for your transition to Carleton University.
Centre for Student Academic Support
Carleton's Centre for Student Academic Support (CSAS) designs, develops and implements evidence-informed educational programs and services that are available to support all Carleton University students to have successful academic experiences.
- One-on-One Appointments (writing consultation services, learning support sessions)
- Learning and Writing Support Workshops and Resources
- Grammer Foundations
- Incentive Program (course incentives for completing workshops)
Global Opportunities and International Student Services Office
The Global Opportunities and International Student Services Office (GO-ISSO) offers services and programs that contribute to positive international experiences for all Carleton students. We are dedicated to helping international and exchange students adjust to life in Canada and to helping them get the most out of their student experience.
The GO-ISSO supports and encourages Carleton students in gaining international exposure both locally and abroad through volunteer opportunities, international internships and Co-op, and participation in exchange or study abroad programs.
- Immigration information and support
- Transition and engagement support
- Incoming exchange program
- Outgoing exchange program
- International mobility opportunities
- Study abroad at Carleton
Health and Wellness
Carleton's Health Clinic and Wellness Services website offers comprehensive information on the tools and resources we offer to help you understand, manage and improve your mental health and wellness while at university.
Health and Counselling Services (HCS) is a multidisciplinary healthcare facility that provides medical and counselling services to Carleton students, faculty and staff.
Services are provided by family physicians, psychiatrists, counsellors, registered nurses and support staff.
HCS supports the mission and goals of Student Services at Carleton. Our staff believes that a caring and supportive environment enhances the educational process and influences student success and retention by modifying or removing health-related barriers to learning. Healthy students are better able to concentrate on their studies and reach their fullest potential.
Office of Student Affairs
The Office of Student Affairs works closely with campus and community stakeholders to create and maintain a safe and supportive working and learning environment. This includes responding to concerns under the Student Rights and Responsibilities Policy, supporting the administration of the Carleton University Sexual Violence Policy, and advancement of the Carleton University Umbrella Project substance use health and harm reduction strategy.
Paul Menton Centre for Students with Disabilities
The Paul Menton Centre (PMC) is the designated department at Carleton University coordinating disability services on campus. The PMC works in partnership with the Carleton community to increase accessibility and integration of students with disabilities into all aspects of university life.
We offer a wide range of services including academic accommodations, attendant services, alternate formats, adaptive technology, note-taking, sign language interpretation, learning support and services specific to students’ education-related visible and non-visible disability needs.
Delivery of services and accommodations is based on the core values of integration, individualization and independence, and are integrated to the extent that is possible, varying from student-to-student depending on individual disability-related needs.
Student Experience Office
The Student Experience Office (SEO) is one of students’ first stops when they arrive at Carleton University! We facilitate student-centred learning that enhances the university experience by offering transition support, leadership opportunities and experiential learning programs.
Let us help you live your best life at Carleton: Orientation. Pride programming. Campus to Community.
The Campus Activity Board (CAB) is a student-led group that provides innovative and engaging programming to Carleton students. CAB is led by students who plan, promote, execute and evaluate a diverse range of events and activities. CAB runs popular monthly events including EPIC Bingo, Bob Ross Paint Nights, Trivia and more!
Transfer Credit
Transfer credit, also known as advanced standing, refers to the number of credit or course equivalents you may be awarded toward your degree at Carleton based on previous (accredited) postsecondary studies.
Once students have applied to Carleton, their previous studies will be assessed for transfer credit on a case-by-case basis, subject to degree, grade and program requirements. In some instances, this may require submission of official course descriptions and/or syllabi. Please note that Carleton University will do its best to transfer the most credit possible for any previously completed courses. However, course transferability will vary depending on grade point average (GPA), level of course, and relativity of previous course work to the degree program to which you have applied.
We automatically assess transfer credit for all applicants who’ve studied at accredited Canadian postsecondary institutions before applying to Carleton. We also grant advanced standing credit for some advanced secondary school credentials such as IB, GCE and AP programs.
Résidences et plans de repas
Coût de résidence
Cost:
- $14,010.36 (traditional double, guaranteed)
- $14,634.36 (Rideau House, double, limited)
- $15,830.36 (traditional single, limited)
Note: Prices are for 2026-2027.
Residence fees include a furnished room, internet, utilities, All Access Meal Plan, access to residence counsellors, live-in professional staff, multiple community spaces (fitness centre, theatre space, study rooms), and 2 reception desks.
The All Access Meal Plan for Teraanga Commons Dining Hall includes unlimited in and out access, on-site barista, 14 unique food stations, trained chefs, local ingredients, nutritional counselling, dietician and boxed meals to go!
Types de chambre
The majority of our rooms for students entering first year are double traditional-style and are assigned as single-gender.
Traditional rooms consist of 1 or 2 beds with shared washroom facilities, the majority of which are double rooms.
A limited number of traditional singles, suite doubles and suite singles are available (usually reserved for upper-year students).
A limited number of traditional-style rooms in pods with double or single rooms with a shared washroom and common area. The pods consist of doubles and singles, a washroom facility and shared common area (usually reserved for upper-year students).
Gender-inclusive living: Students may request to share a gender-inclusive room (including the common areas and bathroom facilities). If you select this option, your roommate, pod or suitemates will be assigned by matching your profile questions, but without considering gender.
Commodités
Carleton University residence offers you a number of amenities and services:
- Residence buildings that are conveniently located and connected to each other and the rest of campus.
- A large residence dining hall that offers locally sourced food and an "all-you-care-to-eat" experience.
- An All Access Meal Plan with unlimited entry to the dining hall.
- An award-winning Residence Life program.
- An extensive residence support network that includes residence counsellors, live-in residence staff and a focus on learning outside the classroom.
Garantie de résidence
All secondary school and CEGEP students entering first year in the fall semester who receive an offer of admission on or before May 31, 2027, are guaranteed a double traditional room. You must accept the residence offer and pay the Residence Advanced Payment (RAP) online by June 7, 2027. You can still apply to live in residence if you do not meet these criteria.
Acompte de réservation
The residence deposit is $700, payable by credit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express or any Visa/Debit card) or by Interac.
Note: Only customers of RBC Royal Bank, TD Bank or First Nations Bank of Canada may use the Interac option. All residence deposits must be paid through the acceptance process on Carleton Central, not directly through your bank.
Plan de repas
First-year students living in residence will be enrolled in the All Access Meal Plan, which provides unlimited entry into Teraanga Commons Dining Hall, our residence dining facilily, and $100 worth of Dining Dollars, which can be used at other food locations on campus.
The Dining Hall has a wide variety of healthy, freshly-cooked meals and lots of options for diverse dietary needs. The dining hall has a buffet-style service area, with meals cooked right in front of you, and large seating areas to meet up with friends and encourage community building.
Programmes en vedette
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Journalism and Humanities
Carleton- BJHum
CJH
EN
80%
20
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Engineering – Mechatronics
Carleton- BEng
- BEng (Co-op)
CEM
EN
80%
1100
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Engineering – Software
Carleton- BEng
CES
EN
75%
1100
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Engineering – Sustainable Electrical Power
Carleton- BEng
CEK
EN
75%
1100
