Bachelor's
uOttawa International Merit Scholarship
CAD 8,400 - 43,900 (90%+, approx.)
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, Canada
"The world's largest English-French bilingual university, in Canada's capital"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#228 (QS)
PSW VISA
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
About University of Ottawa
The University of Ottawa (uOttawa) was founded in 1848 and is the largest English-French bilingual university in the world, with about 46,800 students in 10 faculties, including about 9,000 international students from 145 countries. It is a U15 research university in downtown Ottawa, close to Parliament, and is known for law, medicine, engineering, computer science, public policy and the Telfer School of Management. Students who study in French can qualify for a differential tuition waiver. It is ranked #228 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 and entered Canada's top 10.
Rankings & Recognition
#228
Ranked #228 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#219 in 2026); in Canada's top 10.
Accreditations & Memberships
U15 Group of Canadian Research Universities
Universities Canada
Agence universitaire de la Francophonie
Association of Commonwealth Universities
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of Ottawa's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
36.6#
Employer Reputation
37.3#
Faculty / Student
4.8#
Citations / Faculty
84.0#
Intl. Faculty
92.0#
Intl. Students
79.4#
Intl. Research Network
91.9#
Employment Outcomes
41.7#
Sustainability
87.5#
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Key Facts
1848
Founded
About 46,800
Students
About 9,000 (145 countries)
International
10
Faculties
Bilingual EN / FR
Language
Popular Programs
Computer Science
Engineering
Telfer Commerce
Health Sciences
Law (Common and Civil)
Biomedical Science
Political Science
Data Science
Application Details
UG Applications Open
17 September 2026
UG Recommended Deadline
15 January 2027
Documents By
30 April 2027
Graduate Deadline
1 February 2027 (most)
India (Class 12)
About 78-80% (approx.)
Proof of funds (2026)
CAD 23,448 + 1st-year tuition
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
IELTS Academic
|
6.5 (no band < 6.0, approx.) |
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TOEFL iBT
|
86 (writing 22, approx.) |
|
PTE / Duolingo
|
Accepted (approx.) |
|
French-stream
|
French test for FR programmes |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
65%
I-20 Processing
Study permit (LOA + PAL)
Post-Study Work
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
Green Card Pathway
Express Entry / PNP (PR)
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
CAD 8,400 - 43,900 (merit, approx.)
Career Outcomes
50%
Placement Ratio
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
Post-Study Work
20 hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Faculties — 10
Countries (students) — 145
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Notable Alumni
Alex Trebek (TV host, Jeopardy)
Campus & Location
uOttawa's main campus is in Sandy Hill, downtown Ottawa, beside the Rideau Canal and a short walk from Parliament Hill; the Health Sciences campus is in Alta Vista.
Campus Details
Main
campus Sandy Hill
Alta
Vista health campus
Near
Parliament Hill
Campus Forecast
Summer high approx. 27 C
Winter high approx. -6 C
Snow Dec-Mar
Student Life & Housing
Housing
First-year residence
Rent CAD 1500-2495 / month living (approx.)
Dining
Campus food courts
Health & Wellness
UHIP insurance
Activities & Clubs
Gee-Gees varsity
U-Pass transit
Co-op programme
Diversity & Demographics
Students
About 46,800
International
About 9,000
Cost Deep-Dive
UG Tuition (Intl, approx.)
CAD 41,000 - 57,200 / year
Master's (Intl, approx.)
CAD 25,000 - 34,000 / year
Telfer MBA (approx.)
CAD 68,000 total
French-stream Waiver
Pay domestic-level fees
Study permit + biometrics
CAD 150 + CAD 85
Intakes & Deadlines
uOttawa admits undergraduates mainly in September: apply by 15 January 2027 (recommended) and send documents by 30 April. Most graduate programmes close 1 February 2027.
Scholarships at University of Ottawa
3 scholarships available
All Levels
Differential Tuition Fee Exemption
Bachelor / Master Removes intl premium (French)
PhD
uOttawa Ph
by D Funding Package
CAD 45,000 - 72,000 (approx.)
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Class 12 with about 78% (Eng / Health 80%, approx.). IELTS 6.5 (no band < 6.0). Degrees: 4 years.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's with 70-75% / CGPA 7.0-7.5 of 10. IELTS 6.5+. Master's: 1-2 years.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
6.5 (no band < 6.0, approx.)TOEFL iBT
86 (writing 22, approx.)PTE / Duolingo
Accepted (approx.)French-stream
French test for FR programmesRequired Documents
Valid passport
Letter of Acceptance (LOA)
PAL / TAL or CAQ
Class 10 and 12 marksheets
Bachelor degree and transcripts (PG)
IELTS / PTE / TOEFL score report
Proof of funds (GIC / bank / loan)
Statement of purpose
Tuition deposit receipt
Upfront medical exam
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Pick a programme and check its entry rules on uottawa.ca.
2
Apply online
Submit the online application, pay the fee and upload transcripts and test scores.
3
Get your offer (LOA)
Receive a Letter of Acceptance; accept it and pay the tuition deposit.
4
PAL / TAL
The school issues a Provincial Attestation Letter for your study permit.
5
Study permit
Apply to IRCC online, give biometrics and wait for approval.
6
Arrive & study
Enter Canada, register, work up to 24 hrs/week and plan for PGWP.
Campus & Location
uOttawa's main campus is in Sandy Hill, downtown Ottawa, beside the Rideau Canal and a short walk from Parliament Hill; the Health Sciences campus is in Alta Vista.
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