Domestic Costs
A university education is a big investment in your future. It’s important to consider the cost of a university education and make sure that you have planned carefully for all your expenses.
Tuition and Compulsory Ancillary Fees
Estimating the cost of a year of study varies from student to student and depends on the program you are interested in. For program-specific tuition fees, please visit carleton.ca/fees.
| Ontario residents | $7,580 – $14,515 |
| Canadian residents outside of Ontario | $9,212 – $17,935 |
Note: Tuition and compulsory ancillary fees are based on 2026-2027 rates and include classes, U-Pass (Ottawa public transportation), academic, administrative and career support, lab and project resources, library access, athletic facilities and supplemental health plan.
Housing Fees
Living on campus is more than just housing. Residence fees cover all-inclusive dining, support services, activities and an inspiring community.
| Based on 2026–2027 rates. housing.carleton.ca/future-residents/fees | ||
| Type | On-campus | Off-campus |
| Cost | $14,010.36 (traditional double, guaranteed) $14,634.36 (Rideau House, double, limited) $15,830.36 (traditional single, limited) | $12,000 – $24,000 |
| Period | 8 months Available year-round, pending availability and application. | 1 year Costs based on market standards. |
Included in on-campus fees
- All Access Meal Plan (unlimited access, barista, 14 unique food stations, trained chefs, local ingredients, nutritional counselling, dietitian, boxed meals to go)
- Furnishings, internet, utilities
- Two Residence Reception Desks, live-in professional staff, community support
- Community spaces (fitness centre, half-court gym, community kitchen, theatre space, study rooms and more)
- Tunnel access to get from residence to classes, the Dining Hall and Athletics
Additional off-campus costs
- Food (groceries, coffee/tea, meal delivery services)
- Furnishings, internet, utilities, parking, transportation
*See your rental agreement for other details