Founded in 1848, the University of Ottawa is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Ottawa (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Ontario. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities of Ontario, University of Ottawa (uOttawa) is a very large-sized (¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ enrollment range: 35,000-39,999 students) coeducational Canadian higher education institution. University of Ottawa (uOttawa) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 176-year-old Canadian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. uOttawa also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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non-profit
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very large-sized
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Acronym | uOttawa |
Founded | 1848 |
Motto | Deus Scientiarum Dominus Est God is the Lord of Knowledge |
Colours | Garnet and gray |
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Address | PO Box 450 Stn A Ottawa K1N 6N5 Ontario Canada |
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+1 (613) 562 5800 | |
+1 (613) 562 5103 |
What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.
The following University of Ottawa's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Ottawa's academic range and degree level offering.
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Local students |
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) |
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) |
International students |
over 20,000 US$ (18,225 Euro) |
15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro) |
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Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.
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This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has University of Ottawa a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.
University of Ottawa's acceptance rate range is not reported.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
University of Ottawa has more than 8800 international students.Tip: search for University of Ottawa's admission policy with the ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ Search Engine
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University of Ottawa has an enrollment range of 35,000-39,999 students making it a very large-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).
University of Ottawa is a public higher education institution.
University of Ottawa is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
University of Ottawa does not have any religious affiliation.
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This institution has a physical Library.
This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.
This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
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This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.
This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.
This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.
This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.
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University of Ottawa is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities of Ontario
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Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.
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