Originally the Carleton College, Carleton University was established in 1942 for veterans of WWII. The college obtained university-level status in 1952 through a charter from the provincial government. Moreover, taking its name after Carleton County, the university educates over 30,000 students in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. In 1946, the university awarded its degrees to its first batch of six students. Additionally, in the early 21st century saw the university open new and renovated old department buildings and residence inaugurations.

 

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Carleton University Canada Ranking

As one of the best public universities in Ontario, the university ranks #671-680 among universities worldwide, according to QS Rankings. US News and Report Index classifies the university as #526 among all higher education institutes globally. It also ranks the institute #20 among all Canadian global universities. Moreover, the Times Higher Education University Index ranks the university among the top #601-800 institutions worldwide. Impact Rankings place the university among the top #301-400 universities. In addition, Maclean's University Rankings classify Carleton as #5 among all Canadian universities. The QS Sustainability Index also ranks the university among the top #401-450 universities globally.

 

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Why Carleton University?

Among all other things, the university's refreshing riverside campus and co-curricular academic path make national and international students opt for it. With a robust support system in the shape of the Student Experience Office, the Centre for Student Academic Support, Carleton University Dorms, the Academic Advising Centre, the Paul Menton Centre,  and the International Student Services Office, the university is always present for its students. Having over 4,500 international students in its student body, the university provides a diverse socializing environment to its students, welcoming students from over 150 countries worldwide. Moreover, the Research Department at the university enables students to combine sustainability, accessibility, and various disciplines. Besides, the institution aims to work majorly towards health technology, environmental sustainability, and accessibility. 

 

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Placements 

Concordia University prioritizes equipping graduates with the knowledge, skills, and experiences needed to thrive in the professional world. The university fosters a strong track record of graduate success, with a high employment rate shortly after graduation that significantly surpasses the overall employment rate at over 90.7% at the time of a recent survey. Furthermore, the Employability Department allows the student body to avail themselves of job opportunities, internships, co-op programs, and mentoring sessions to explore their future careers.

 

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Part time jobs for international students 

Concordia University recognizes the financial needs and aspirations of international students. The university fosters a welcoming environment where you can explore part-time job options alongside your academic pursuits. 

International students with a valid study permit can work on campus for up to 20 hours per week during the academic session and full-time during scheduled breaks.  

Here’s the table below few on-campus and off-campus job options there: 

 

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Admission Details

Accepting admissions from Canada and internationally, the university has an acceptance rate of 21%, according to the CollegeDunia website, making it a highly selective institute. Carleton University International Students must meet program-specific Carleton University admission requirements to secure admission, all available on their website. Moreover, the university also welcomes transfer students. All students must fill out the application with a set application fee. Furthermore, all international and EU students must score the minimum Carleton University requirements for International Students in IELTS to apply for certain degree levels. 
Additionally, our website provides complete information regarding Carleton University International Students Fees and other Costs. Moreover, all academically strong applicants can also avail themselves of several Carleton University Canada scholarships.

 

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Carleton University Faculties

With numerous faculties, sub-divisions, and departments, Carleton offers an array of fields to its student body. Moreover, the following list covers a broad range of branches of study.

List of Faculties:

1.    Architecture
2.    Arts & Humanities
3.    Education
4.    Health and Medicine
5.    Engineering and Technology
6.    Law
7.    Computer and IT
8.    Business and Management
9.    Social and Behavioral Science
10.  Tourism and Hospitality
11.  Physical Science and Math

 

Carleton University Courses

In addition to offering degrees at various specialization levels, Carleton programs diversify the subjects it offers education.

1.    Architectural Studies
2.    Bachelor of Arts
3.    Cognitive Science
4.    Commerce (Business)
5.    Communication and Media Studies
6.    Computer Science
7.    Economics
8.    Engineering
9.    Global and International Studies
10.    Health Sciences
11.    Humanities (Great Books)
12.    Industrial Design
13.    Information Technology
14.    International Business
15.    Journalism
16.    Journalism and Humanities
17.    Mathematics (BMath)
18.    Media Production and Design
19.    Music (BMus)
20.   Public Affairs and Policy Management
21.    Science
22.   Social Work

 

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Carleton Campus

1.    Main Campus

As the university's main campus, it houses academic buildings, including the ARISE, Canal, and Mackenzie Engineering Buildings. Moreover, it has several libraries and residence houses on its grounds, providing recreational space for students.

 

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Conclusion

Concordia University fosters an intellectually stimulating environment that empowers you to excel.  Benefit from a curriculum that blends theoretical knowledge with practical skills development, preparing you for a successful career launch.  Concordia's strong industry connections provide valuable internship and opportunities, allowing you to gain real-world experience and build professional networks.