University of Ottawa

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University of Ottawa: the applicant's brief

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The short answer

The University of Ottawa is a public research university in Canada. It suits students who want to study at a bilingual institution in Ottawa and need a university with a clear public profile.
What you can study

The University of Ottawa is a bilingual public research university. The available information does not list subject areas or named programmes, so the programme catalogue should be checked on the university website before applying.
Getting in

International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the entry requirements for their chosen programme on the university website. The admissions office is the place to confirm document requirements, deadlines, and any language or programme-specific conditions.
What it costs

The university does not publish a fee for international students here; confirm the current tuition rate with its admissions office. Living costs will depend on housing, food, transport, and other personal spending in Ottawa.
Coming from abroad

The language of instruction is not specified, but the university is described as bilingual, so applicants should confirm the language requirements for their programme before applying. Students moving from abroad should also check visa requirements, tuition payment steps, and whether their chosen course is offered in the language they can study in.
How it compares

Canada has 156 universities, so the University of Ottawa sits within a large national higher-education system. Its main distinguishing features are that it is public, bilingual, and based in Ottawa, which may suit students looking for a university in the capital city with both English and French context.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about University of Ottawa

What type of university is the University of Ottawa?

It is a public research university.

Where is the University of Ottawa located?

It is in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

Is the University of Ottawa bilingual?

Yes. It is described as a bilingual university.

What is the university website?

http://www.uottawa.ca/

Overview

The University of Ottawa, often referred to as uOttawa, is a bilingual public research university in Ottawa, Ontario, the capital city of Canada. The main campus is located on 42.5 hectares directly to the northeast of Downtown Ottawa across the Rideau Canal in the Sandy Hill neighbourhood.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Canada.