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    University of Ottawa

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    Ottawa, Ontario, 🇨🇦 CanadaFounded 1848
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    About University of Ottawa

    Founded in 1848 by the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate, the University of Ottawa is the world's largest bilingual (English-French) university. Located in Canada's capital, it offers unique access to government institutions and embassies.

    Best known for

    • Bilingual university (English & French)
    • Located in Canada's capital
    • Strong law and political science programs
    • Co-op programs
    • Research in health sciences

    Type

    university

    Founded

    1848

    Total students

    Not verified

    Indian students

    Not verified

    Downtown Ottawa campus
    Bilingual services
    Steps from Parliament Hill
    200+ clubs

    Popular Programs

    Law
    Political Science
    Engineering
    Health Sciences
    Computer Science
    Business

    Full program list: official website.

    Admission for Indian Students

    1

    Apply through OUAC for undergraduate

    2

    Submit official transcripts

    3

    English/French proficiency required

    4

    Graduate: Apply directly with SOP, LORs, CV

    IELTS

    6.5 (min 6.0 each)

    TOEFL

    86

    GPA / Marks

    80%+ (Indian boards)

    • French proficiency for bilingual programs
    Source not verified — always confirm details on the institution's official admissions page before applying.

    Tuition

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    International tuition

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    See official tuition fees

    Tuition varies by program and year. Always confirm the fee for your program on the official fee schedule.

    Scholarships

    • Chancellor's Scholarship ($30,000)
    • International Admission Scholarship ($4,000–$12,000)

    Eligibility and amounts change each year — check the university's awards office before applying.

    Intakes & Deadlines

    Intakes

    Fall (September)
    Winter (January)

    Application deadline

    April 1 (Fall), November 1 (Winter)

    Application fee

    CAD $150

    Deadlines are indicative and differ by program — confirm on the official admissions page.

    Cost of Living in Ottawa

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    Official minimum living funds for your visa: IRCC — proof of financial support

    Student Life

    Live activity from Indian students at University of Ottawa.

    Source not verified — check the official website