University of Ottawa

Over 8,000 international students choose the University of Ottawa (uOttawa) every year. Established in Ottawa, Canadaís capital and political epicentre, uOttawa is hemmed in by many global resources, including dozens of NGOs, embassies and consulates.

Our international students enjoy lower tuition fees and improved quality of schooling while living in one of the ten finest countries in the world (United Nations). uOttawa sits in the top 1% of universities in the world and is one of the leading ten research-intensive institutions in Canada. It ís the world’s most prominent English-French bilingual university, where students can study in English, French or both.

Home to over 550 undergraduate, masters and PhD programs, Ottawa degrees are known worldwide. More than 42,000 students from 155 different countries study at the University of Ottawa yearly. International students can learn intensive English or French language courses to prepare for degree-level study.

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Over 8,000 international students choose the University of Ottawa (uOttawa) every year. Established in Ottawa, Canadaís capital and political epicentre, uOttawa is hemmed in by many global resources, including dozens of NGOs, embassies and consulates.

Our international students enjoy lower tuition fees and improved quality of schooling while living in one of the ten finest countries in the world (United Nations). uOttawa sits in the top 1% of universities in the world and is one of the leading ten research-intensive institutions in Canada. It ís the world’s most prominent English-French bilingual university, where students can study in English, French or both.

Home to over 550 undergraduate, masters and PhD programs, Ottawa degrees are known worldwide. More than 42,000 students from 155 different countries study at the University of Ottawa yearly. International students can learn intensive English or French language courses to prepare for degree-level study.

The university recommends a network of free public services and programs to help you thrive. Before classes start, international mentors and the International Office will help make you for the transition to university and Canada. There are also a lot of free services to support students throughout their studies, including an Academic Writing Help Centre and Career Development Centre.

The University of Ottawa offers to study overseas placements for international students with more than 280 partner universities in 50 countries. Secured mobility scholarships are even available to support eligible students going on transnational exchange. Canada is an ideal place for international students, offering a reasonable cost of living and cultural variety. Plus, consumer prices in Ottawa are 25% lower than in Toronto. The country consists of spectacular natural scenery and countless opportunities for outdoor activities, such as skiing, hiking, and canoeing.

The University scholarship program is one of the most generous in the country. It rewards not only your pre-university academic achievements, but also your achievements every term of full-time study at University. A scholarship is awarded for academic achievements while a bursary is awarded based on financial need.