University of Ottawa

The University of Ottawa is a public research university in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, that was founded in 1848. The university's main campus is in the heart of Ottawa's Downtown Core and provides both French and English programs. The institution is the greatest bilingual university in the world. The University of Ottawa offers programs, as well as opportunities to work at one of Canada's five major universities, gain practical experience and gain professional qualifications. One of Canada's top 10 research-intensive universities is the University of Ottawa.

The University is located in the centre of Canada's capital. It offers a unique environment to learn, grow, and succeed because of its advancements in social sciences, health, engineering, science, and the humanities. It offers more than 450 graduate and undergraduate programs across ten faculties. Additionally, it is ranked amongst the top ten research universities in the world, with Molecular and Environmental Sciences, E-society, and Health as major research fields. 

Services and Facilities

The University of Ottawa encourages students to participate in student activities. These activities help students in learning more about the University, finding useful resources, and meeting other students who are similar to them. Students can participate in a wide variety of sports, social activities, student groups, and on-campus activities. The engaging activities help them to connect with one another and make friends.

The Career Corner of the university helps students gain personal, professional, and academic skills that help them in job searches. They can get help with their resume and cover letter writing,  prepare for interviews and create a great portfolio for themselves. Besides, at this university, students can attend numerous workshops that they are interested in. 

During their leisure hours, students can explore the National Gallery of Art or one of the six other national museums. This diverse and beautiful city has a lot to offer. All of this is just a short walk away from campus. In this city, there are fun challenges for all seasons. Summer activities include whitewater rafting on the Ottawa River, bungee jumping, kayaking or canoeing on crystal-clear lakes, or simply relaxing on a local beach. Students can skate on the Rideau Canal in the winter, which is the world's largest skating rink and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Accommodation

The university has lots of different residences and options for new students. With so many choices, the student is sure to find the perfect home for them. 

Bedroom in apartment-style residences

•  Brooks
•  Hyman Soloway
•  Mann
• Annex

Bedroom in conventional residences

•  Leblanc
•  Marchand
•  Stanton
•  Thompson

Scholarships

The university offers one of the most generous scholarship programs in the country. It honours students' pre-university academic achievements as well as their achievements during each term of full-time university education. Here, a scholarship is given in recognition of academic excellence, whereas a bursary is given in recognition of financial needs. Some of the scholarships are:

• President's Scholarship for International Students
• Chancellor's Scholarship for International Students

Notable alumni

The University of Ottawa has a long list of distinguished alumni.  Some of the notable alumni are Calin Rovinescu (President and CEO of Air Canada, and Chancellor of the University of Ottawa), Caleb Agada (Nigerian-Canadian basketball player in the Israeli Premier League and for the Nigerian national basketball team), James Cartwright, (Olympic athlete), Michael A. Chambers (former president of the Canadian Olympic Committee and Olympic Order recipient)