University of Ottawa Undergraduate Admission 2026 | Application Deadlines for International Students (Canada)
The University of Ottawa (uOttawa), one of Canada’s top public universities, has opened undergraduate admissions for international students applying for the Fall 2026, Winter 2026, and Spring/Summer 2026 intakes. Applications officially opened on September 18, 2025, and deadlines vary depending on the program and faculty.
International students can apply to a wide range of programs including Engineering, Business, Computer Science, Social Sciences, Arts, Health Sciences, and Management. Many programs also provide access to scholarships, co-op opportunities, and career development pathways.
Key Application Deadlines (Fall 2026 Intake)
General Deadline
Most undergraduate programs: April 1, 2026
Deadline to submit missing documents: May 2, 2026
Earlier Deadlines (Competitive Programs)
Some programs have earlier deadlines, including:
Computer Science: March 1, 2026
Computer Engineering: March 1, 2026
Music and Fine Arts programs: March 1, 2026
Health Sciences (selected programs): March 1, 2026 (uottawa.ca)
Available Fields of Study
International students can apply to programs in:
Engineering (Civil, Software, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, etc.)
Computer Science and Data Science
Business, Finance, Marketing, and Management
Health Sciences and Nutrition
Social Sciences, Communication, Political Science
Arts, Humanities, and Languages
Environmental and Geography programs (uottawa.ca)
Scholarships and Financial Support
The university offers several funding options for international students, including:
Differential Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship
International English Scholarship
Faculty-specific entrance scholarships (uottawa.ca)
Why Study at the University of Ottawa
Top public university in Canada
Strong co-op and internship opportunities
Scholarships for international students
Wide range of undergraduate programs
Located in Ottawa, Canada’s capital city
How to Apply
Apply through the official undergraduate application portal:
https://www.uottawa.ca/study/undergraduate-studies/application-deadlines-available-programs-international
