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Carleton University

Ottawa, Canada

Public

January, September

Intakes

8:1

Student: Teacher Ratio

21%

Acceptance Rate

48:52

Male : Female

January, September

Intakes

8:1

Student: Teacher Ratio

21%

Acceptance Rate

48:52

Male : Female

History, Affiliations and Rankings 

Carleton University is unique among Ontario institutions because of its origins as a non-denominational college sponsored in part by charity donations from the Ottawa community. It was founded in 1942 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Initially, the university was named Carleton college which is a private college to serve the people returning from World War 2. In 1957 with public support, the college was completely converted into a university under the Carleton University Act. The University has evolved from its humble origins on Ottawa's First Avenue into a vibrant research and teaching institution with a history of predicting and leading change. The university is affiliated with the Canadian Association of Research Libraries, International Association of Universities and Council of Ontario Universities. According to the QS World University Rankings 2022, the university is ranked #601-650 and #601-800 as per THE World University Rankings 2022

Infrastructure, Campuses and Courses 

The main campus of the university is situated on 62 acres of land. More than 35 buildings are housed on the site, which is connected by 5 kilometres of underground tunnels. All of the buildings have excellent infrastructure and excellent amenities. Over two million books, tapes, magazines, microfilms, CDs, maps, government papers, and archival items are housed in the MacOdrum Library. There are more than 11 hostels for the students which are clustered together and also connected with the tunnel system of the university. There are three suits which are reserved for postgraduate students. The campus features four facilities for athletics and sports: Fieldhouse, Ice House, Physical Recreation Centre, and University Gymnasium, in addition to a variety of academic buildings dedicated to various disciplines of education and student activities. In addition, there are various cafeterias and restaurants on campus to serve the needs of students. Carleton University provides over 65 graduate and undergraduate degrees in areas such as arts, languages, history, psychology, philosophy, engineering, design, law, economics, journalism, sciences, and business, among others. 

Accomplishments and Alumni 

It has more than 30 foreign collaborations in place to enable research and academic exchange programmes. It has also formed industry collaborations to assist students in obtaining practical training and job prospects. Various activities, such as career fairs, networking nights, and workshops, are organised by the university's career services to guide and support students on their chosen career paths. In addition, It boasts a 130,000-strong alumni network. They include Peter Grünberg, the 2007 Nobel Laureate in Physics, Gavin McInness, the co-founder of Vice Media, and David Azrieli, a developer and architect

Student Diversity and Visiting Companies 

Carleton is home to students, staff, and teachers from all over the world. Carleton's full-time undergraduate enrollment is 51% female and 49% male. Overall, the university considers itself fortunate to be a growing example of a diversified community. Carleton is home to students, employees, and teachers from all over the world. Over 24,000 part-time and full-time students attend the university, which is home to over 875 qualified and outstanding faculty members. Carleton University values all of its students' diversity, including ethnicity and race, religion, sexuality, socioeconomic status, life experiences, academic interests, and more. Because of the many experiences that our students, teachers, and staff members bring to campus, the community is stronger.

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International Students %

20%

International Students %

20%

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QS

Quacquarelli Symonds (Q.S.) is a corporation based in the United Kingdom that specialises in the analysis of higher education institutions worldwide. Nunzio Quacquarelli launched the company in 1990. It publishes the Q.S. World University Rankings every year. The Q.S. rating, which is considered one of the three most widely read university rankings globally, is approved by the International Ranking Expert Group (IREG). The institution uses six metrics, namely Academic Reputation, Employer Reputation, Faculty/Student Ratio, Citations per faculty, International Faculty Ratio and International Student Ratio, that effectively capture university performance. It also publishes rankings in Young universities, Graduate Employability, and Subject Rankings. Q.S. provides an auditing service to universities, which offers information on the institution's strengths and shortcomings. The Q.S. Stars audit procedure rates universities based on over 50 different indicators.

THE

The Times Higher Education, originally The Times Higher Education Supplement (THES), is a British magazine that focuses on higher education news and topics. It annually publishes The Times Higher Education World University Rankings. It has received worldwide acclaim for its new and improved rating algorithm. Since 2004, it has provided students and their families, academics, university executives, governments, and businesses with reliable university performance data. The performance indicators are grouped into five areas: Teaching (the learning environment); Research (volume, income and reputation); Citations (research influence); International outlook (staff, students and research); and Industry income (knowledge transfer). It also produces subject rankings and rankings for Young Universities, Impact, Reputation, And Emerging Economies.

Guardian

The Guardian is a British daily newspaper that first appeared in 1821 as The Manchester Guardian and was renamed The Guardian in 1959. The Guardian University Guide is published once a year. The goal of the University Guide is to show how each university's department is likely to provide an overall beneficial experience to future students, and to do so; they look at how previous students in the department fared. A league table was created using nine performance criteria for 54 disciplines spanning all stages of the student life cycle. Entry standards, Student-staff ratios, Expenditure per student, Continuation, Student satisfaction, Value Added, Standardisation, Subject Classification, and Career Prospects are the indicators utilised by the organisation.

USN

U.S. News & World Report is American news, consumer advice, rankings, and analysis publication. It began in 1948 as a merger of the weekly newspaper U.S. News and the worldwide weekly magazine World Report. The company's rankings of Best Global universities are well-known among the wider population and significantly impact admission trends. The inaugural "America's Best Colleges" report was released by the U.S. News & World Report in 1983. Since 1985, the rankings have been produced and published annually. The magazine U.S. News & World Report rankings are based on data collected from educational institutions through an annual survey, government and third-party data sources, and school websites. It also takes into account outside opinion polls of university faculty and administrators.

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601-650

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QS-2021

601 - 800

Global Ranking

Times-2021

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QS-2021

601 - 800

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481

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USN-2022

601-800

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601-650

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CourseDurationFee/Year
Graduate Diploma in Architectural Conservation8 Months ₹19,449
Graduate Diploma in Indigenous Policy and Administration12 Months ₹22,301
Graduate Diploma in Economic Policy12 Months ₹8,139
Graduate Diploma in Infrastructure Protection and International Security24 Months ₹22,281
Graduate Diploma in Public Policy and Program Evaluation16 Months ₹22,301
Master in Architectural Studies24 Months ₹19,449
Master in Accounting16 Months ₹31,117
Master in Architecture24 Months ₹19,449
Master in Art and Architectural History24 Months ₹8,632
Master in Computer Science24 Months ₹21,375
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CourseDurationFee/Year
Graduate Diploma in Architectural Conservation8 Months₹19,449
Graduate Diploma in Indigenous Policy and Administration12 Months₹22,301
Graduate Diploma in Economic Policy12 Months₹8,139
Graduate Diploma in Infrastructure Protection and International Security24 Months₹22,281
Graduate Diploma in Public Policy and Program Evaluation16 Months₹22,301
Master in Architectural Studies24 Months₹19,449
Master in Accounting16 Months₹31,117
Master in Architecture24 Months₹19,449
Master in Art and Architectural History24 Months₹8,632
Master in Computer Science24 Months₹21,375
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Scholarships

Awarded to international students pursuing graduate or undergraduate courses

Eligibility

Incoming international student at the university

Applicability

Applicants can apply for the scholarship through an online application available on the official website.

This scholarship is available for graduate and postdoctoral international students with outstanding merit.

Eligibility

It can only be availed by students who have not applied for permanent residency.

Applicability

Applicants can apply for the scholarship through an online application available on the official website.

Eligible applicants who wish to enrol in junior college

Eligibility

Incoming students at the institue

Applicability

The selection is merit-based and is applicable in over 230 countries globally.

It is offered to students who excel in their chosen field and wish to study in the United Kingdom, North America, or Europe.

Eligibility

Applicants who want to pursue a full-time master’s, MPhil, or doctorate program.

Applicability

Applicants can apply for the scholarship through an online application available on the official website.

This scholarship is awarded to students pursuing engineering programmes

Eligibility

Excellent academic background

Applicability

Applicants can apply for the scholarship through an online application available on the official website.

Application Process

  • Visit the official website of the institution.
  • Click on 'Apply Now' or 'Register Here'
  • Complete filling your education history with all the qualifications.
  • Fill in the details of your employment history.
  • Fill in your personal statement.
  • Submit the application form by paying the mentioned fees.

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Admission Requirements

FAQs

Carleton University has a 21% acceptance rate for international students, which is higher than most Canadian universities. IELTS 6.5 and TOEFL 86 are required for admission to Carleton University, and a minimum GPA of 4.02 per cent is required.
Carleton University has a 21% acceptance rate for international students, which is higher than most Canadian universities. IELTS 6.5 and TOEFL 86 are required for admission to Carleton University, and a minimum GPA of 4.02 per cent is required.
Around 28,000 students from over 100 countries are enrolled at Carleton. The institution provides 65-degree programmes in more than 50 academic fields, with courses in journalism, public affairs, foreign affairs, architecture, and technology being particularly well-known.
Around 28,000 students from over 100 countries are enrolled at Carleton. The institution provides 65-degree programmes in more than 50 academic fields, with courses in journalism, public affairs, foreign affairs, architecture, and technology being particularly well-known.
Carleton University admissions are the most selective, with a 21 per cent acceptance rate. Carleton College admits half of its candidates with an SAT score of 1330 to 1520 or an ACT score of 30 to 34.
Carleton University admissions are the most selective, with a 21 per cent acceptance rate. Carleton College admits half of its candidates with an SAT score of 1330 to 1520 or an ACT score of 30 to 34.
The university is affiliated with the Canadian Association of Research Libraries, International Association of Universities and Council of Ontario Universities.
The university is affiliated with the Canadian Association of Research Libraries, International Association of Universities and Council of Ontario Universities.
Carleton University provides courses in engineering, physics, business management, information technology, and even oceanography and palaeontology. Many of the institution's professors are well-known in their specialities, making Carleton an excellent choice for any international student seeking an academically reputable education.
Carleton University provides courses in engineering, physics, business management, information technology, and even oceanography and palaeontology. Many of the institution's professors are well-known in their specialities, making Carleton an excellent choice for any international student seeking an academically reputable education.
Yes. You can apply to more than one program. You will need to fill out a separate application and pay a separate application fee for each program to which you are applying.
Yes. You can apply to more than one program. You will need to fill out a separate application and pay a separate application fee for each program to which you are applying.
No. You do not need to submit a printed copy of your application. Unnecessary paper documents mailed to our office may cause delays in processing.
No. You do not need to submit a printed copy of your application. Unnecessary paper documents mailed to our office may cause delays in processing.
You will have until the application deadline to complete your online application and submit your required documents.
You will have until the application deadline to complete your online application and submit your required documents.
It will depend on which method of payment you chose to pay your application fee. Once your fee payment has been processed, you will receive an email within 1 – 3 business days with further instructions on how to complete your application package via Carleton Central.
It will depend on which method of payment you chose to pay your application fee. Once your fee payment has been processed, you will receive an email within 1 – 3 business days with further instructions on how to complete your application package via Carleton Central.
As soon as a decision is made on your application, you will receive an email notification. The email will come from noreply@connect.carleton.ca. You should ensure that your email is set to accept correspondence from noreply@connect.carleton.ca and check your junk or spam folder.
As soon as a decision is made on your application, you will receive an email notification. The email will come from noreply@connect.carleton.ca. You should ensure that your email is set to accept correspondence from noreply@connect.carleton.ca and check your junk or spam folder.

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Studying in Canada

For international students, the average first-year tuition cost to study in Canada is as follows: 

Undergraduate: CAD 12,000 - CAD 30,000 (INR 7,19,814 - INR 17,99,537)

Postgraduate: CAD 18,000 - CAD 20,000 (INR 9,54,000 - INR 12,00,017)

MBA: CAD 28,000 - CAD 57,000 (INR 16,80,153 - 34,20,312)

For international students, the average first-year tuition cost to study in Canada is as follows: 

Undergraduate: CAD 12,000 - CAD 30,000 (INR 7,19,814 - INR 17,99,537)

Postgraduate: CAD 18,000 - CAD 20,000 (INR 9,54,000 - INR 12,00,017)

MBA: CAD 28,000 - CAD 57,000 (INR 16,80,153 - 34,20,312)

Average On-Campus Accommodation Fees in Canada: CAD 250- CAD 625 per month (INR 14,538 - INR 36,345)

Average Off-Campus Accommodation Fees in Canada: CAD 750 - CAD 2,200 per month (INR 43,614 - INR 1,27,937)

Food Expenses: CAD 407 - CAD 816 per month (INR 23,668 - INR 47,453)

Average On-Campus Accommodation Fees in Canada: CAD 250- CAD 625 per month (INR 14,538 - INR 36,345)

Average Off-Campus Accommodation Fees in Canada: CAD 750 - CAD 2,200 per month (INR 43,614 - INR 1,27,937)

Food Expenses: CAD 407 - CAD 816 per month (INR 23,668 - INR 47,453)

English Proficiency Exams to Study in Canada

IELTS: 5.5 - 7.0

TOEFL iBT: 80 - 100

PTE60 - 75

Duolingo English Test: 90 - 115 and higher

Admission Tests to Study in Canada

GMAT: 550 - 690

GRE: 305 - 315+

MCAT: A minimum of 125 in each section

LSAT: 155 - 162

SAT: 1100 - 1400

English Proficiency Exams to Study in Canada

IELTS: 5.5 - 7.0

TOEFL iBT: 80 - 100

PTE60 - 75

Duolingo English Test: 90 - 115 and higher

Admission Tests to Study in Canada

GMAT: 550 - 690

GRE: 305 - 315+

MCAT: A minimum of 125 in each section

LSAT: 155 - 162

SAT: 1100 - 1400

Part-Time Job Rules for International Students in Canada

  • You can work up to 20 hours per week during regular academic terms/semesters. To make up these hours, you can perform multiple jobs as long as they all match the requirements of your study permit.

  • You can work full-time if you're on a scheduled break throughout the school year, such as the winter and summer holidays or a fall or spring reading week. 

  • You have the option of working overtime or can also work in 2 part-time jobs that sum up to a bigger number of hours than normal. To work full-time before and after the break, you must be a full-time student. You are unable to work during the break before the start of your first academic session/semester.

  • If you're self-employed, you're also in charge of keeping account of the hours you work off-campus and demonstrating that you're following the terms of your study permit.

Types of Part-Time Jobs in Canada

There are two ways international students can get part-time jobs in Canada. They can either look for on-campus jobs or off-campus jobs.

On-Campus Jobs: On-campus jobs are available inside the university campus and are perfect for students as they can apply in different departments within their proximity. Students can only work on-campus in Canada if their study permit allows it. However, they can work without a work permit if they:

  • Are a holder of a Social Insurance Number (SIN)

  • Have enrolled in a program that is at least 6 months long and awards a diploma, certificate or degree by the end of it

  • Have enrolled in a secondary-level post-secondary academic, vocational or professional training program

Off-Campus Jobs: Off-campus jobs are relatively easy but not always in proximity. These jobs include office boy, receptionist, waiter/ waitress, call centre maintenance, data entry, etc. In Canada, students can work off-campus only if:

  • They are a student at a designated learning institution (DLI).

  • They are enrolled in a secondary-level vocational training programme or a post-secondary academic, vocational, or professional training programme.

  • They are enrolled in a programme that lasts at least 6 months and leads to a diploma, certificate, or degree.

  • They are a holder of a Social Insurance Number (SIN)

  • They are studying part-time because you are in your last semester and do not need a full course load, or you were a full-time student until your final semester.

 Check out our student-friendly guide to know more about the types of part-time jobs for international students in Canada and a lot more! 

Part-Time Job Rules for International Students in Canada

  • You can work up to 20 hours per week during regular academic terms/semesters. To make up these hours, you can perform multiple jobs as long as they all match the requirements of your study permit.

  • You can work full-time if you're on a scheduled break throughout the school year, such as the winter and summer holidays or a fall or spring reading week. 

  • You have the option of working overtime or can also work in 2 part-time jobs that sum up to a bigger number of hours than normal. To work full-time before and after the break, you must be a full-time student. You are unable to work during the break before the start of your first academic session/semester.

  • If you're self-employed, you're also in charge of keeping account of the hours you work off-campus and demonstrating that you're following the terms of your study permit.

Types of Part-Time Jobs in Canada

There are two ways international students can get part-time jobs in Canada. They can either look for on-campus jobs or off-campus jobs.

On-Campus Jobs: On-campus jobs are available inside the university campus and are perfect for students as they can apply in different departments within their proximity. Students can only work on-campus in Canada if their study permit allows it. However, they can work without a work permit if they:

  • Are a holder of a Social Insurance Number (SIN)

  • Have enrolled in a program that is at least 6 months long and awards a diploma, certificate or degree by the end of it

  • Have enrolled in a secondary-level post-secondary academic, vocational or professional training program

Off-Campus Jobs: Off-campus jobs are relatively easy but not always in proximity. These jobs include office boy, receptionist, waiter/ waitress, call centre maintenance, data entry, etc. In Canada, students can work off-campus only if:

  • They are a student at a designated learning institution (DLI).

  • They are enrolled in a secondary-level vocational training programme or a post-secondary academic, vocational, or professional training programme.

  • They are enrolled in a programme that lasts at least 6 months and leads to a diploma, certificate, or degree.

  • They are a holder of a Social Insurance Number (SIN)

  • They are studying part-time because you are in your last semester and do not need a full course load, or you were a full-time student until your final semester.

 Check out our student-friendly guide to know more about the types of part-time jobs for international students in Canada and a lot more! 

Holders of a Canadian Study Permit who meet the requirements have been allowed to work on or off-campus without the need for a separate work permit for up to 20 hours per week. Students must note that:

  • They need to pursue a course for a minimum duration of 8 months to be eligible to stay back in Canada.

  • Courses with a duration of fewer than 8 months do not allow a student to stay back and apply for Post Graduation Work Permit.

  • If students pursue a course with a duration of less than 2 years, they are eligible for a post-graduation work permit of equivalent duration as the course.

Here’s our top-searched guide to know more about the Canada Work Permit

Holders of a Canadian Study Permit who meet the requirements have been allowed to work on or off-campus without the need for a separate work permit for up to 20 hours per week. Students must note that:

  • They need to pursue a course for a minimum duration of 8 months to be eligible to stay back in Canada.

  • Courses with a duration of fewer than 8 months do not allow a student to stay back and apply for Post Graduation Work Permit.

  • If students pursue a course with a duration of less than 2 years, they are eligible for a post-graduation work permit of equivalent duration as the course.

Here’s our top-searched guide to know more about the Canada Work Permit

Here are the different application costs for different types of student visas that an international student requires to study in Canada:

  • Student Permit: CAD 154

  • Canada Student Dependent Visa: CAD 500

  • Post Graduate Work Permit: CAD 261

  • Work Permit: CAD 199

Here are the different application costs for different types of student visas that an international student requires to study in Canada:

  • Student Permit: CAD 154

  • Canada Student Dependent Visa: CAD 500

  • Post Graduate Work Permit: CAD 261

  • Work Permit: CAD 199

Step 1: Get an admission letter from a designated learning institution (DLI).

Step 2: Apply for the permit online or download an application package.

Step 3: Pay the fee for your application and keep the receipt.

Step 4: Have a medical check-up from a panel physician registered in your country.

Step 5: Receive a decision on your application.

Step 1: Get an admission letter from a designated learning institution (DLI).

Step 2: Apply for the permit online or download an application package.

Step 3: Pay the fee for your application and keep the receipt.

Step 4: Have a medical check-up from a panel physician registered in your country.

Step 5: Receive a decision on your application.

According to Glassdoor, some of the top high paying job industries in Canada for international students are as follows:

  • Law and Legal Studies

  • Architecture

  • Medicine and Life Sciences

  • Engineering, IT and Blockchain

  • Natural Sciences

  • Human Resources 

  • Finance and Banking

According to Glassdoor, some of the top high paying job industries in Canada for international students are as follows:

  • Law and Legal Studies

  • Architecture

  • Medicine and Life Sciences

  • Engineering, IT and Blockchain

  • Natural Sciences

  • Human Resources 

  • Finance and Banking

Canada has one of the world's largest economies and is one of the world's wealthiest countries. As of 2020, it has the 9th-largest economy in the world, with a GDP of $1.64 trillion in US dollars and 15th in terms of purchasing power parity (PPP). Moreover, compared to some of the world's other great economic powers, it has a workforce several of just under 19 million people. According to Statista, Canada's Real GDP growth rate is expected to be 4.89% in 2022.

Canada has one of the world's largest economies and is one of the world's wealthiest countries. As of 2020, it has the 9th-largest economy in the world, with a GDP of $1.64 trillion in US dollars and 15th in terms of purchasing power parity (PPP). Moreover, compared to some of the world's other great economic powers, it has a workforce several of just under 19 million people. According to Statista, Canada's Real GDP growth rate is expected to be 4.89% in 2022.

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