Why Choose Carleton University?
Offering more than 100 graduate programs, you’ll find yours at Carleton University. Located in the heart of Canada’s capital, Carleton provides you with the opportunity to shape your own graduate education based on your research interests. We offer you a capital advantage as Parliament Hill, the Embassy of the United States, Library and Archives Canada, national museums and major national and private research labs and industry are just down the road. This provides countless opportunities for collaborations, internships, research and job possibilities. We invite you to explore Carleton and to come be a part of our research team.
Changing the Way Students Learn
As a graduate student at Carleton you’ll work alongside faculty and industry leaders who are recognized for their research excellence. Carleton holds 24 Canada Research Chairs, 5 NSERC Chairs, and 5 Endowed Chairs, indicating that our faculty have been recognized for their excellence by their peers. Read the about the latest faculty members to be inducted into the Royal Society of Canada through our Research Works research blog. You can also read about some of our major international research projects on our research website.
Financial Assistance
As an international student at Carleton, an average master’s or PhD program will cost approximately $17,200 (USD) per calendar year. Students are also considered for funding opportunities such as a Teaching Assistantship, Research Assistantship or merit-based scholarship. You are also eligible to apply for an Ontario Graduate Scholarship, Ontario Trillium Scholarship and Vanier Award. More information can be found on our Awards and Funding website.
Invest in Yourself
Choosing to study in Canada’s capital city gives you an international education experience which can enhance your CV. You’ll have the experience of studying in a different country while living in a similar, yet distinctly multicultural community. And in addition to skating on the Rideau Canal (the world’s largest outdoor ice-skating rink) you will be able to experience the unique cultural, social and artistic side of Ottawa. With a high quality of life, Canada offers a world-class education that is recognized internationally.
Admission Requirements
A Master’s Program Requires:
- A completed 4-year bachelor’s degree
- B+ (3.3) or better in your major subjects
- B- (2.7) or better overall
A Doctoral Program Requires:
- A completed master’s degree
- B+ (3.3) or better in your courses (including your thesis)
- No grade below a B (3.0)