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Carleton University

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Carleton University is in Ottawa — Canada's capital and the second-largest tech hub. Known for Computer Science, Engineering, and Public Policy, Carleton graduates benefit from direct access to the federal government, National Research Council, and Ottawa's growing tech cluster (Shopify, Nokia, Ciena).

Ottawa — Canada's capital & tech hubStrong CS & Engineering programsDirect access to Government of Canada jobsSprott MBA with industry connections

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$20K

Annual Tuition

₹16.4 L

63%

Visa Success

65%

Acceptance Rate

#601

QS Ranking

88%

Employment Rate

$62K

Avg Grad Salary

September, January, May

Intake

Complete Cost Breakdown for Indian Students

Annual cost of studying at Carleton (2026–27)

Annual Tuition Fee

$19,500

₹16.4 L

Living Cost (Accommodation + Food)

$12,000

₹10.1 L

Application Fee (one-time)

$110

₹9,240

Total Annual Cost

$31,500

₹26.5 L

Admission Requirements

Minimum eligibility for Indian students at Carleton

6.5+

IELTS Score

86+

TOEFL Score

305+

GRE Score

Not required

GMAT Score

7/10

Min GPA (10pt)

Up to 3

Backlogs Allowed

Campus & Location

📍 Main Campus Location

Ottawa

Ontario, Canada

🏛️ Campus Type

Suburban

Residential area, quieter campus life

👥 Total Students

31,000+

22% international students

🌍 International Community

6,820+

international students on campus

Campus Facilities

🏠 On-campus Accommodation
📚 Research Libraries
🏋️ Sports & Recreation Centre
🖥️ Computer Labs & Co-working
🍽️ International Dining Options
🤝 International Student Office
🏥 Student Health Services
🎓 Career & Placement Centre
🚌 Campus Shuttle Service

Popular Courses at Carleton for Indian Students

ME
MEng Systems & Computer Engineering
MB
MBA (Sprott)
MS
MSc Computer Science
MS
MSc Data Science
ME
MEng Electrical Engineering

Scholarships for Indian Students

Carleton University Graduate Scholarship

Academic merit

CAD 5,000–10,000

Top Employers of Carleton Graduates

Government of CanadaShopifyNokiaCienaCSIS

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the tuition fee at Carleton University?

Annual tuition at Carleton University is $19,500 (approximately ₹16.4 L) for international students in 2026–26. This does not include living expenses of approximately $12,000/year.

Q: What is the acceptance rate at Carleton?

Carleton University has an acceptance rate of approximately 65% for international students. Indian students with strong GRE/GMAT scores and GPA above 7/10 have a higher chance of admission.

Q: What are the IELTS requirements for Carleton?

Carleton University requires a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 overall. TOEFL iBT minimum is 86.

Q: When is the application deadline for Carleton?

Carleton University has intake in September and January and May. Application deadlines are typically 3–6 months before the intake. Contact Jaivik Overseas Consultants for exact deadlines and application support.

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Quick Facts

Founded1942
Total Students31,000
International %22%
Campus TypeSuburban
Avg Salary (Grad)$62,000

Average Graduate Salary After Carleton