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University of Ottawa

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Overview

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.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Ottawa's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Ottawa's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Ottawa' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

University of Ottawa's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Acronym uOttawa
Founded 1848
Motto Deus Scientiarum Dominus Est
God is the Lord of Knowledge
Colours Garnet and gray
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University Location

Address PO Box 450 Stn A
Ottawa
K1N 6N5 Ontario
Canada
University of Ottawa's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Ottawa Phone Number +1 (613) 562 5800
University of Ottawa Fax Number +1 (613) 562 5103

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

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.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

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.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of Ottawa's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University of Ottawa.

University of Ottawa: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
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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Admissions

Introduction

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.


Admission Information

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University of Ottawa's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of Ottawa's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of Ottawa a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Ottawa's acceptance rate range is not reported.


University of Ottawa's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

University of Ottawa has more than 8800 international students.

University of Ottawa's Admission Office Admission Office

55 Cumberland Avenue
Ottawa K1N 6N5
(613) 562 5700
(877) 868 8292

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

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University of Ottawa's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Ottawa has an enrollment range of 35,000-39,999 students making it a very large-sized institution.


University of Ottawa's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).


University of Ottawa's Control Type Control Type

University of Ottawa is a public higher education institution.


University of Ottawa's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Ottawa is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Ottawa's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


University of Ottawa's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of Ottawa does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

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University of Ottawa's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.


University of Ottawa's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


University of Ottawa's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

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University of Ottawa's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

University of Ottawa's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

University of Ottawa's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


University of Ottawa's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

University of Ottawa's Career Services Career Services

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.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of Ottawa's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Ottawa is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities of Ontario


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
  • American Psychological Association (APA)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ publishes the following list of the most important University of Ottawa's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Universities Canada (UC)
  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • U15 Group of Canadian Research Universities (U15)
  • Association of Universities of the Canadian Francophonie (AUFC)
  • Council of Ontario Universities (COU)
  • Canadian University Society for Intercollegiate Debate (CUSID)
  • Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)

Academic Structure

Introduction

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.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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