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.

TUITION FEE ESTIMATOR

When planning to pay for your university education in Canada, itโ€™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.

INTERNATIONAL FUNDING

ExpensesSingle StudentAverage 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 โ€“ $24,674 (Fall & Winter terms only). Some programs <also require a Summer term. Please consult your dept. & the fee calculator for details)$17,792 โ€“ $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 Carletonโ€™s residence including meal plan. Cost from September to April only.
$12,455 โ€“ $14,187N/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 โ€“ $56,724$56,142 โ€“ $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.ย 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 theย Student Accounts Receivableย 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 YearUpper 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 โ€˜Calculate Amount to Payโ€™ 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 studentโ€™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)
MBAMAccSocial WorkAll Other Programs
UHIP756.00756.00756.00756.00
Upass451.54451.54451.54451.54
GSA Insurance410.89410.89410.89410.89
Sprott Career Levy180.00180.00
Student Association (GSA) โ€“ various110.45109.05109.05109.05
Charlatan4.084.08 4.084.08
Athletics186.78186.78186.78186.78
Sprott MBA Society100.00
MAcc Society Fee100.00
Health Services69.7869.7869.7869.78
Omnibus28.6428.6428.6428.64
Social Work Association20.00
Career Services7.067.067.067.06
Totals:$2,305.22$2,303.82$2,043.82$2,023.82
 Compulsory Miscellaneous Fees
 Part-Time International Graduate Status
 (Single term)
MBAMAccSocial WorkAll Other Programs
UHIP252.00252.00252.00252.00
Sprott Career Levy 27.0027.00
Student Association (GSA) โ€“ various33.1432.7232.7232.72
Charlatan0.610.610.610.61
Athletics28.0228.0228.0228.02
MAcc Society Fee25.00
Health Services10.4710.4710.4710.47
Omnibus4.304.304.304.30
Social Work Association3.00
Career Services1.061.061.061.06
Totals:$356.60$381.18$332.18$329.18

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