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www.uottawa.caCanadaQS #191 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete★ Top 500 Global★ U15 Canada
University Of Ottawa
The University of Ottawa is a bilingual public research university located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The university was established in 1848 as the College of Bytown and has since grown to become one of the largest universities in Canada. The university offers a wide range of academic programs, including undergraduate and graduate degree programs, and is known for its research excellence in fields such as health sciences, social sciences, and engineering.
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ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) #117 · 2026QS World University Rankings #118 · 2026Times Higher Education #119 · 2026US News & World Report #120 · 2026QS #191 · 2026Times Higher Education #8 · 2025
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 105 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
6/10
Diversity
8/10
Academic Rigor
8/10
City safety (heuristic)
6/10
Social scene
Weather: Cold winters (most cities)
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
57.1% placement rate
Popular fields
MASc in Chemical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringMasters in Computer ScienceCivil EngineeringMASc in Mechanical EngineeringElectrical and Computer EngineeringMasters in Public HealthMasters in Digital Transformation and Innovation
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Student Life
45,000 students (7,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 105 acres
Location: Sandy Hill, Canada
Climate: Cold winters (most cities)
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 12.4%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Oct–Mar for Fall; Jan intakes close earlier
Common mistakes to avoid
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 12.4%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.5
💡Typical apply window for Canada: Oct–Mar for Fall; Jan intakes close earlier