International Students
Cost and Fees
Estimating the cost of a year at Carleton will vary depending on your program of study and lifestyle preferences. The chart below will give you a general idea of what you should expect to spend over the course of a year while living in Ottawa, but actual costs will vary depending on your personal needs. The approximate costs are given in Canadian dollars and are based on a 12-month period unless otherwise noted.
When planning to pay for your university education in Canada, it’s important to explore all of the funding options that are available to you from all sources. Please note that funding from Carleton (including teaching assistantships, research assistantships and scholarships) is limited to only a few outstanding international applicants.
| Expenses | Single Student | Average Family of Four |
| Tuition and ancillary fees 2021-2022* Varies according to program. Visit Student Accounts Receivable for a list of fees by program. Fees listed are for the fall and winter terms of the listed academic year only (September-April). Many programs also require summer registration, which will increase your annual fees.The quoted amounts include both the compulsory fees and optional non-tuition fees in their totals. | $17,792 – $24,674 (Fall & Winter terms only). Some programs <also require a Summer term. Please consult your dept. & the fee calculator for details) | $17,792 – $24,674 (per student) |
| MBA/MAcc Tuition and ancillary fees 2021-2022* Visit Student Accounts Receivable for complete fee details. Fees listed are for the fall and winter terms of the listed academic year only (September-April). | $30,086-$34,337 | $30,086-$34,337 (per student) |
| On-campus living Single room in Carleton’s residence including meal plan. Cost from September to April only. | $12,455 – $14,187 | N/A |
| Off-campus living Estimates based on a one bedroom unfurnished apartment for a single student and a 2-3 bedroom unfurnished accommodation for a family of four. Shared accommodations (i.e. roommates) and location within Ottawa may lower the overall cost. Additional utility charges may apply. | $8000-$10,000 | $19,100 |
| Books and supplies Varies according to program. | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Miscellaneous expenses Clothes, entertainment, personal expenses, etc. | $3,000 | $10,150 |
| Groceries | $4,000 | $6,500 |
| Transportation** Public transportation amount based on one monthly adult transit pass. Cost listed is for 12 months. | N/A | $1,400 |
| Estimated Total Expenses | $38,447 – $56,724 | $56,142 – $72,687 |
*Tuition and ancillary fees are estimates and include international student fees and the University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) fee for 12 months.
** If your registration status is full-time, the U-Pass (Universal Transit Pass) amount is included in your fall term fees. The U-Pass is for current students only. Dependents will be required to buy a PRESTO card or use bus tickets. octranspo.com
Note: International student tuition fees are subject to an annual increase of 5% to 8% pending Board approval. Students may be required to register in the summer term and will be subject to the appropriate tuition fee for that term. Official tuition fee information is available on the Student Accounts Receivable website.
Fall 2021 and Winter 2022 International Graduate Tuition Fees
| Please note: Compulsory miscellaneous fees included in all quoted fees | ||
| Full-Time International Graduate Status | ||
| (Fall Term & Winter Combined) | ||
| First Year | Upper Years | |
| Diploma in Architectural Conservation | 18,785.82 | 18,785.82 |
| Diploma in Curatorial Studies | 17,827.82 | 17,827.82 |
| Diploma in Economic Polocy | 17,827.82 | 17,827.82 |
| Diploma in Ethics and Public Affairs | 17,827.82 | 17,827.82 |
| Diploma in Health: Science, Technology and Policy | 21,535.82 | 21,535.82 |
| Diploma in Indigenous Policy and Administration | 21,535.82 | 21,535.82 |
| Diploma in Infrastructure Protection and International Security (DIPIS) | 21,535.82 | 21,535.82 |
| Diploma in Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership | 21,535.82 | 21,535.82 |
| Diploma in Public Administration | 21,535.82 | 21,535.82 |
| Diploma in Public Policy and Program Evaluation | 21,535.82 | 21,535.82 |
| Master in Human-Computer Interaction (MA) | 21,535.82 | 21,535.82 |
| Master in Human-Computer Interaction (MASC) | 21,535.82 | 21,535.82 |
| Master in Human-Computer Interaction (MCS) | 21,535.82 | 21,535.82 |
| Master in Sustainable Energy (MA) | 21,535.82 | 21,535.82 |
| Master in Sustainable Energy (MASC) | 21,535.82 | 21,535.82 |
| Master in Sustainable Energy (MENG) | 21,535.82 | 21,535.82 |
| Master of Accounting | 30,121.82 | 30,121.82 |
| Master of Applied Business Analytics | 24,709.82 | 24,709.82 |
| Master of Applied Science | 19,245.82 | 19,245.82 |
| Master of Architectural Studies | 18,785.82 | 18,785.82 |
| Master of Architecture | 18,785.82 | 18,785.82 |
| Master of Arts in International Affairs | 21,535.82 | 21,535.82 |
| Master of Arts in Public Administration | 21,535.82 | 21,535.82 |
| Master of Business Administration | 34,373.22 | 34,373.22 |
| Master of Cognitive Science | 17,827.82 | 17,827.82 |
| Master of Computer Science | 19,793.82 | 19,793.82 |
| Master of Design | 18,785.82 | 18,785.82 |
| Master of Engineering | 24,709.82 | 24,709.82 |
| Master of Engineering: IPIS | 24,709.82 | 24,709.82 |
| Master of Entrepreneurship | 24,709.82 | 24,709.82 |
| Master of Information Technology: Digital Media | 19,245.82 | 19,245.82 |
| Master of Information Technology: Network Technology | 24,709.82 | 24,709.82 |
| Master of Infrastructure Protection and International Security | 21,535.82 | 21,535.82 |
| Master of Journalism | 21,535.82 | 21,535.82 |
| Master of Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership | 21,535.82 | 21,535.82 |
| Master of Political Management | 21,535.82 | 21,535.82 |
| Master of Public Policy and Administration (MPPA) | 21,535.82 | 21,535.82 |
| Master of Science | 17,827.82 | 17,827.82 |
| Master of Science in Health: Science, Technology and Policy | 21,535.82 | 21,535.82 |
| Master of Science in Management | 21,535.82 | 21,535.82 |
| Master of Social Work | 18,805.82 | 18,805.82 |
| All other Masters Programs | 17,827.82 | 17,827.82 |
| PhD in Architecture | 16,065.82 | 16,065.82 |
| PhD in Cognitive Science | 15,083.82 | 15,083.82 |
| PhD in Computer Science | 15,369.82 | 15,369.82 |
| PhD in Engineering | 16,251.82 | 16,251.82 |
| PhD in Information Technology (DM) | 16,251.82 | 16,251.82 |
| PhD in International Affairs | 15,083.82 | 15,083.82 |
| PhD in Public Policy | 15,083.82 | 15,083.82 |
| PhD in Social Work | 16,085.82 | 16,085.82 |
| All other PhD Programs | 15,083.82 | 15,083.82 |
| Qualifying Year: Architecture | 27,103.82 | 27,103.82 |
| All other Qualifying Year | 26,511.82 | 26,511.82 |
| Senior Citizens* | 6,203.82 | 6,203.82 |
*A senior citizen is any person 60 years of age and over as of the last day for late registration.
| Part-Time International Graduate Status | ||||
| (Single term) | ||||
| First Year | Upper Year | |||
| <0.60 Billing Hr. | >=0.6 Billing Hr. | <0.60 Billing Hr. | >=0.6 Billing Hr. | |
| Diploma in Architectural Conservation | 3,259.18 | 4,574.18 | 3,259.18 | 4,574.18 |
| Diploma in Curatorial Studies | 3,092.18 | 4,332.18 | 3,092.18 | 4,332.18 |
| Diploma in Economic Policy | 3,092.18 | 4,332.18 | 3,092.18 | 4,332.18 |
| Diploma in Ethics and Public Affairs | 3,092.18 | 4,332.18 | 3,092.18 | 4,332.18 |
| Diploma in Health: Science, Technology and Policy | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 |
| Diploma in Indigenous Policy and Administration | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 |
| Diploma in Infrastructure Protection and International Security (DIPIS) | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 |
| Diploma in Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 |
| Diploma in Public Administration | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 |
| Diploma in Public Policy and Program Evaluation | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 |
| Master in Human-Computer Interaction (MA) | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 |
| Master in Human-Computer Interaction (MASC) | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 |
| Master in Human-Computer Interaction (MCS) | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 |
| Master in Sustainable Energy (MA) | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 |
| Master in Sustainable Energy (MASC) | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 |
| Master in Sustainable Energy (MENG) | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 |
| Master of Accounting | 4,870.18 | 6,890.18 | 4,870.18 | 6,890.18 |
| Master of Applied Business Analytics | 4,093.18 | 5,783.18 | 4,093.18 | 5,783.18 |
| Master of Applied Science | 3,092.18 | 4,332.18 | 3,092.18 | 4,332.18 |
| Master of Architectural Studies | 3,259.18 | 4,574.18 | 3,259.18 | 4,574.18 |
| Master of Architecture | 3,259.18 | 4,574.18 | 3,259.18 | 4,574.18 |
| Master of Arts in International Affairs | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 |
| Master of Arts in Public Administration | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 |
| Master of Business Administration | 5,532.60 | 7,859.60 | 5,532.60 | 7,859.60 |
| Master of Cognitive Science | 3,092.18 | 4,332.18 | 3,092.18 | 4,332.18 |
| Master of Computer Science | 3,367.18 | 4,730.18 | 3,367.18 | 4,730.18 |
| Master of Design | 3,259.18 | 4,574.18 | 3,259.18 | 4,574.18 |
| Master of Engineering | 4,093.18 | 5,783.18 | 4,093.18 | 5,783.18 |
| Master of Engineering: IPIS | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 |
| Master of Entrepreneurship | 4,093.18 | 5,783.18 | 4,093.18 | 5,783.18 |
| Master of Information Technology: Digital Media | 3,092.18 | 4,332.18 | 3,092.18 | 4,332.18 |
| Master of Information Technology: Network Technology | 4,093.18 | 5,783.18 | 4,093.18 | 5,783.18 |
| Master of Infrastructure Protection and International Security | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 |
| Master of Journalism | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 |
| Master of Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 |
| Master of Political Management | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 |
| Master of Public Policy and Administration (MPPA) | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 |
| Master of Science | 3,092.18 | 4,332.18 | 3,092.18 | 4,332.18 |
| Master of Science in Health: Science, Technology and Policy | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 |
| Master of Science in Management | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 | 3,719.18 | 5,248.18 |
| Master of Social Work | 3,262.18 | 4,577.18 | 3,262.18 | 4,577.18 |
| All other Masters Programs | 3,092.18 | 4,332.18 | 3,092.18 | 4,332.18 |
| PhD in Architecture | 2,786.18 | 3,887.18 | 2,786.18 | 3,887.18 |
| PhD in Cognitive Science | 2,613.18 | 3,638.18 | 2,613.18 | 3,638.18 |
| PhD in Computer Science | 3,367.18 | 4,730.18 | 3,367.18 | 4,730.18 |
| PhD in Engineering | 2,613.18 | 3,638.18 | 2,613.18 | 3,638.18 |
| PhD in Information Technology (DM) | 2,613.18 | 3,638.18 | 2,613.18 | 3,638.18 |
| PhD in International Affairs | 2,613.18 | 3,638.18 | 2,613.18 | 3,638.18 |
| PhD in Public Policy | 2,613.18 | 3,638.18 | 2,613.18 | 3,638.18 |
| PhD in Social Work | 2,789.18 | 3,890.18 | 2,789.18 | 3,890.18 |
| All other PhD Programs | 2,613.18 | 3,638.18 | 2,613.18 | 3,638.18 |
| Qualifying Year: Architecture | 3,259.18 | 4,574.18 | 3,259.18 | 4,574.18 |
| All other Qualifying Year | 3,092.18 | 4,332.18 | 3,092.18 | 4,332.18 |
| Senior Citizens* | 1,042.18 | 1,371.18 | 1,029.18 | 1,351.18 |
*A senior citizen is any person 60 years of age and over as of the last day for late registration.
The University reserves the right to change fees and refund policies without notice. Please take a moment to review the tuition fee notes. Your actual tuition fees may vary and are subject to change. Your specific situation and charges may vary. Please use this as a guideline and review your student account, Calculate Amount to Pay page during your registration process.
How are my fees calculated?
Graduate fees are based upon your admission status. Graduate students admitted as a full-time student are charged the full-time rate regardless of the number of billing hours they are registered in.
Graduate students admitted as part-time students are charged the part-time rate and is dependant on the number of billing hours they are registered in.
What is a billing hour?
The billing hour for a particular course is usually equal to the academic credit value for the course. Some exceptions include thesis/research work and certain intensive language courses. To see a summary of your billing and academic credit values, view the Add/Drop page on Carleton Central.
How do I calculate my fees?
If you are a full-time graduate student, find the appropriate amount in the full-time table above. If you are a part-time graduate student and know the number of billing hours you plan to take, find the appropriate amount in the part-time table above.
Once you are registered, you can select ‘Calculate Amount to Pay’ on Carleton Central to view your total account balance.
Miscellaneous Fees
Included in the amounts quoted above are the following miscellaneous fees. Carleton University uses a portion of every student’s fees, as approved by the Board of Governors, to support services on campus. Fees for campus services are not use-based. Students are not eligible for a refund if they do not use one or more of the campus services. The limited exceptions to this rule are noted on the main fee page.
| Compulsory Miscellaneous Fees | ||||
| Full-Time International Graduate Status | ||||
| (Fall & Winter Terms) | ||||
| MBA | MAcc | Social Work | All Other Programs | |
| UHIP | 756.00 | 756.00 | 756.00 | 756.00 |
| Upass | 451.54 | 451.54 | 451.54 | 451.54 |
| GSA Insurance | 410.89 | 410.89 | 410.89 | 410.89 |
| Sprott Career Levy | 180.00 | 180.00 | ||
| Student Association (GSA) – various | 110.45 | 109.05 | 109.05 | 109.05 |
| Charlatan | 4.08 | 4.08 | 4.08 | 4.08 |
| Athletics | 186.78 | 186.78 | 186.78 | 186.78 |
| Sprott MBA Society | 100.00 | |||
| MAcc Society Fee | 100.00 | |||
| Health Services | 69.78 | 69.78 | 69.78 | 69.78 |
| Omnibus | 28.64 | 28.64 | 28.64 | 28.64 |
| Social Work Association | 20.00 | |||
| Career Services | 7.06 | 7.06 | 7.06 | 7.06 |
| Totals: | $2,305.22 | $2,303.82 | $2,043.82 | $2,023.82 |
| Compulsory Miscellaneous Fees | ||||
| Part-Time International Graduate Status | ||||
| (Single term) | ||||
| MBA | MAcc | Social Work | All Other Programs | |
| UHIP | 252.00 | 252.00 | 252.00 | 252.00 |
| Sprott Career Levy | 27.00 | 27.00 | ||
| Student Association (GSA) – various | 33.14 | 32.72 | 32.72 | 32.72 |
| Charlatan | 0.61 | 0.61 | 0.61 | 0.61 |
| Athletics | 28.02 | 28.02 | 28.02 | 28.02 |
| MAcc Society Fee | 25.00 | |||
| Health Services | 10.47 | 10.47 | 10.47 | 10.47 |
| Omnibus | 4.30 | 4.30 | 4.30 | 4.30 |
| Social Work Association | 3.00 | |||
| Career Services | 1.06 | 1.06 | 1.06 | 1.06 |
| Totals: | $356.60 | $381.18 | $332.18 | $329.18 |
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