Why Carleton?

You won’t find this anywhere else!

Feel inspired and supported as part of a smart, caring community in Ottawa, Canada’s capital!

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Carleton offers 26 degree programs with 100+ majors

TOP 5 Comprehensive Universities in Canada

Carleton’s beautiful riverside campus is in the heart of Ottawa

#3 in Canada – Student Satisfaction

  • Enjoy an active lifestyle with a river, a canal, parks, and a beach surrounding the campus
  • Access all classes, student living, restaurants, study spaces, fitness, medical services, and support services within a walkable campus that is like a town within the city.
  • Grab a bus or train – or even bike – to Ottawa’s most active restaurant and nightlife neighbourhoods, 10 minutes from campus.

Carleton students get jobs!

#10 in Canada – Student Employability

  • Paid work experience while you study with our co-op program
  • Career fairs, resume help, and other career services
  • Industry connections and opportunities to start your own business
  • Try this fun quiz to guess the turning point in Carleton grads’ careers

Carleton is offering generous scholarships and awards

Over $27 mln in scholarships and awards

Carleton students enjoy living on campus!

Guranteed spots for students fresh out of high school!

  • Connected with the rest of the campus through an extensive underground tunnel system
  • All Access Meal Plan at the caf, which sources food locally, accommodates dietary needs and offers an “all you care to eat” experience featuring a variety of meals.
  • An extensive support network!

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