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Carleton University

Carleton University’s innovative teaching approach and location in Ottawa, Canada’s capital city, allows its students to discover a world of opportunities. Carleton is ranked in the top five amongst comprehensive universities in Canada (Maclean's University Rankings 2024) and is also on the list of top 10 Canadian universities for graduate employability (QS World University Rankings 2023).
The best learning environments unite theory and practice. Carleton's focus on immersive learning, gaining work experience, hands-on research, and community engagement sets students up for success. In addition to academics, Carleton students learn through paid real-world experience, ensuring they are well-equipped for employment upon completing their studies.
With over 100 majors and specializations, Carleton offers 26 undergraduate degree programs across the faculties of Arts and Social Sciences, Business, Engineering and Design, Science and Global Public Affairs. Carleton University is a vibrant and diverse community, welcoming students from all corners of the globe. With over 30,000 students, including nearly 4,500 international students from 150 countries, and a network of 125,000 alumni, Carleton is a place where everyone's unique perspective is valued and celebrated.
Carleton University has one of the most accessible scholarship and bursary programs in Canada. The university awards thousands of scholarships and bursaries totaling over $25 million annually to undergraduate students.
Situated on a beautiful campus just minutes from downtown, Carleton is proud to provide guaranteed residence to its undergraduate students fresh out of high school. With a unique cafeteria that sources food locally, accommodates dietary needs and offers an “all you care to eat” experience featuring a variety of meals cooked right in front of you, an extensive support network, and modern facilities, Carleton residence provides a welcoming space to live, learn, grow and make lasting friendships.
Carleton has a reputation as one of the foremost universities in engineering, international affairs, commerce, journalism, and high technology. The wide range of nationally and internationally renowned programs offer the flexibility to choose the degree that suits your interests.

Ranking

# 5th

Mecleans 2024

# 501st-600th

Times Higher 2024

# 601st-650th

QS Survey 2023

# 601st-800th

Times Higher 2022

Admission Criteria & Eligibility

Academic performance in your previous studies is the main determining factor for admission to Carleton’s undergraduate degree programs.
Secondary school (high school) graduation is the typical minimum level of study to be considered for admission to the first year of an undergraduate program at Carleton University. This is your ‘basis of admission’. The university recognizes and accepts national qualifications from most countries. Secondary education should normally consist of a minimum of 12 years of study. For some countries, where the secondary system is fewer than 12 years, applicants may be required to have completed one year of university study. If you apply while studies are in progress, you may submit your most recent grades to be reviewed for a conditional offer.
Prerequisite subjects
Admission requirements vary by program, so depending on your choice, you may also be required to present specific subjects (prerequisites) with minimum grades. These subjects should be taken at the highest level offered at your school.
Indian High School
One of the following Higher School Certificates is required:

  • All India School Certificate (CBSE)
  • Indian School Certificate (CISCE)
  • one of the state board certificates.
Students must submit their mark sheets/exam scores from examinations taken at the X and XII level, or if studies are in progress at the time of application, mid-year, pre-board or mock exam results from XII may be submitted for consideration.
Admission averages will be calculated on 5 academic subjects completed in the XII level.
Prerequisite subjects must be taken at the XII level.
International Baccalaureate (IB)
The full IB diploma is required (three standard [SL] and three higher level [HL] subjects), with a minimum of 28 points (please note that some programs are more competitive and will require higher scores).
One subject with a grade of 3 is acceptable, provided it is offset by a grade of 5 or better. Prerequisite subjects must have a grade of 4 or better.
IB students may be awarded advanced standing (transfer) credit for HL subjects with a grade of 5 or better to a maximum of 3 credits.
UK/British System A Levels
The General Certificate of Education or equivalent is required, with satisfactory standing in five subjects at the GCSE, IGCSE, or Ordinary “O” Level. Two suitable subjects at the Advanced “A” Level, or 4 “AS” Levels are also required.
Prerequisite subjects must be at the A or AS level. Exceptions apply.
Please note that Carleton will always consider the highest level taken in any subject.
Advanced standing (transfer) credit may be awarded for A Levels completed with a grade of C or better, to a maximum of 3 credits.
All other curricula
If your curriculum is not listed, the general requirements will apply. If you still have questions, please contact us for more details.
English requirements
There are two ways to demonstrate your knowledge and use of English:
1) Show that you have studied for the last three years (full-time) in a high school, college, or university in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom or any other country in which the primary language is English and where the language of instruction in the relevant institution was exclusively English.
OR
2) Submit an English as a Second Language (ESL) test result. Depending on the score achieved, you may receive:
A) Admission with no ESL requirement: Begin your full-time undergraduate degree studies.
OR
B) Admission with an ESL requirement (ESLR)*: Carleton will admit you to your degree program with the requirement that you complete up to three ESL (English language courses) during your first terms of study.

*Please note that not all programs allow admission with 'an ESL requirement.'
English language test A) Admission with no ESL requirement B) Admission with ESL courses requirement (ESLR)*
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) Minimum score of 70 overall with a minimum score of 60 in each band Overall score between 40 and 69 (with a minimum score in each band of 30 and a minimum average of 40 over writing, reading, and listening)
Internet Based (iBT) TOEFL 86 (22 in writing and speaking, 20 in reading and listening) 61-85 (min 15 in each section)
IELTS (Academic) 6.5 IELTS (min 6.0 in each band) 5.0 – 6.4 (min 4.5 in each band and the average of writing+reading+listening divided by 3 must be a min. of 5)
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic 60 (min 60 in each Communicative Skill) N/A
Duolingo English Test (DET) 120 (with no subtest score below 95) 85-115 (with no subtest score below 65)
Cambridge English Language Test 176 or above on C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency – min 169 in each component N/A

 


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Dates for Applications

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Campus

Campus Facts

153

(Acres) Main Campus Size

1

Number of Campuses

1942

Established Year

Weather

-4°C

Winter Day Temp.

-13°C

Winter Night Temp

11°C

Spring Day Temp.

1°C

Spring Night Temp.

25°C

Summer Day Temp.

14°C

Summer Ngt Temp.

12°C

Autumn Day Temp.

4°C

Autumn Ngt Temp.

Student Diversity

1:1

Male : Female

15%

Int. Students

31,000

Total Students

24,800

Full Time Students

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African American

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Asian

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Latin American

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White

Cost of Living

$12,000

Cost of Living in city

$17,000

Living cost of campus

Contact Details

Carleton University

Carleton University 315 Robertson Hall 1125 , Colonel By Drive Ottawa, ON Canada, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K1S 5B6

Phone: + 1- 613- 520-2400
College Website