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Overview of the university

History

The University is located in Ottawa, the Canadian capital, and was founded in 1942. Today the university is home to over 24,000 students and is located on over 100 acres of land.

International Admissions

Applying to Carleton University as an international student will require students to meet some key entry requirements. These requirements may vary depending on which course you choose to study and the study level of your course. Generally, applications must be made to the university by April 1st. You are advised to speak to a member of staff at the university for more information about the international admissions process.

Subject Areas

Over 60 academic programs are offered at Carleton University, in the following subject areas:

• Arts
• Social Sciences
• Engineering
• Design
• Public Affairs
• Science
• Business

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Programs and courses at Carleton University