Overview
42%
Acceptance Rate?Calculated from yearly application and admission figures published in official Common University Data Ontario (CUDO) reports and university publications.
45,000
Total Students?Approximate total enrollment as reported by the university in official publications and CUDO reports.
543
Student Reports?Admission results submitted anonymously by real applicants on Uniscope. Duplicate entries and statistical outliers are filtered automatically.
view student dataOttawa, ON
$6,088–$7,048
Domestic Tuition Per Year?Typical full-time undergraduate tuition for the 2025-26 academic year, based on Statistics Canada data. Actual fees vary by program and exclude ancillary fees and living costs.
The University of Ottawa is the largest bilingual (English-French) university in the world. Located in the heart of the nation's capital, it offers unparalleled access to federal government institutions, embassies, and supreme courts.
University of Ottawa's overall acceptance rate is approximately 42% for 2026 undergraduate admissions. Across 263 programs tracked on Uniscope, acceptance rates span 5–80%. These figures are based on 543 verified applicant submissions shared directly by students on Uniscope.
Report Card
Uniscope · 2026 Edition
Programs
Nursing (4 years) – uOttawa's campus (French Immersion Stream is available)
91%
5%
→
Software Engineering (4 years) (French Immersion Stream is available)
91%
26%
→
Health Sciences (4 years) (French Immersion Stream is available)
89%
34%
→
Sciences infirmières (4 ans)
87%
42%
→
Computer Engineering (4 years)
86%
46%
→
Mechanical Engineering (4 years)
86%
46%
→
Mechanical Engineering and Computing Technology (5-year double degree)
86%
46%
→
Commerce and Juris Doctor (6-year double degree) (French Immersion Stream is available)
85%
50%
→
Commerce — Accounting (BCom) and Master of Science in Management (Research Project) (5-year double degree) (French Immersion Stream is available)
85%
50%
→
Commerce — Business Analytics (BCom) and Master of Science in Management (Research Project) (5-year double degree) (French Immersion Stream is available)
85%
50%
→
Offer Timing
401 student-reported offers across 17 programs and 4 admissions cycles
main wave
In a typical year, half of all offers were out by Nov 28, and the busiest stretch was Nov 16 – Nov 30.
By program
Pooled from 401 offers students reported across 17 programs for the 2022–23, 2023–24, 2024–25 and 2025–26 cycles, grouped by where each date falls in the admissions year rather than by calendar year. Programs release on their own schedules, so read the school-wide dates as the overall shape and your program's own row for what to expect. Individual reports run from Oct 13 to Jun 21. Release dates shift year to year — treat this as a guide, not a schedule.
Heard back already? Report the date your offer landed so next year's applicants know when to watch their inbox.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of Ottawa?
The overall acceptance rate at University of Ottawa is approximately 42%. Rates vary significantly by program, so check individual program pages for competitive averages.
What are the most competitive programs at University of Ottawa?
The most competitive programs at University of Ottawa by acceptance rate are Nursing (4 years) – uOttawa's campus (French Immersion Stream is available) (~5%), Software Engineering (4 years) (French Immersion Stream is available) (~26%), Health Sciences (4 years) (French Immersion Stream is available) (~34%).
How many undergraduate programs does University of Ottawa offer?
University of Ottawa offers over 263 undergraduate programs.
How much is tuition at University of Ottawa?
For the 2025-26 academic year, full-time undergraduate tuition at University of Ottawa is $6,088 to $7,048 CAD per year for domestic students and approximately $43,335 CAD per year for international students. Actual fees vary by program — professional, engineering, and co-op programs may cost more.
How many students attend University of Ottawa?
University of Ottawa has approximately 45,000 full-time students enrolled.
Where is University of Ottawa located?
University of Ottawa is located in Ottawa, ON.