Situated on unceded Algonquin territory beside the historic Rideau Canal, an official UNESCO World Heritage Site, Carleton University was founded by the community in 1942 to meet the needs of veterans returning from the Second World War. Welcome to Canada’s capital university. Situated on unceded Algonquin territory beside the historic Rideau Canal, an official UNESCO World Heritage Site, Carleton University was founded by the community in 1942 to meet the needs of veterans returning from the Second World War.
Since those days, it has grown to become a leading university recognized for its leadership in teaching, research, community engagement and interdisciplinary study. It is a community that cares about and confronts some of the most challenging problems facing the world. Its successful capital campaign, “Here for Good,” underscores our commitment to make a difference in the world and to inspire and educate members of our community to be ambassadors for positive change.
Our strong commitments to work closely with our Indigenous communities, to promote tolerance, acceptance and diversity, and to build awareness of the power and potential of education and research for good distinguish Carleton University community among Canadian institutions. Carleton University will be 75 years old in 2017 when Canada celebrates its 150th birthday. The Strategic Integrated Plan lays out the vision, goals and strategic actions for Carleton@75 over the next five years from 2013 to 2018.
Our vision for Carleton@75: Carleton University will be known nationally and internationally as a leader in collaborative teaching and learning, research and governance. Our students, faculty and staff will be critically engaged, productive citizens and highly qualified contributors to the 21st century.
At Carleton, we encourage creative risk-taking enabling minds to connect, discover and generate transformative knowledge. Through education, research, service and innovation, and through the building of sustainable communities, we can foster new ideas and future leaders to create a more sustainably prosperous future for Canada and the world.
Carleton University is an independent, collegial university dedicated to the advancement of learning through disciplinary and interdisciplinary teaching, study and research, the creation and dissemination of knowledge, and the betterment of its community. It is centred in Ottawa and serves the people of Ontario, Canada, and the world.
Carleton has benefitted significantly from partnership with external communities and organizations. Collaboration will continue to be a Carleton hallmark as we move ahead. True to our history, the Carleton University community believes that global prosperity can only be achieved through a foundation of sustainable communities.
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The staff, teachers and facilities there are world class. The under-ground tunnels make it easy to travel from location to location, especially in the winter and when it's raining. I've never had a problem finding parking there and the buses are usually there on time.
By Mark McAlear (Jul, 2018) |
The system of registration is terrible!! Its not user friends and not visually explanatory. Its really hard for people how are using services first time to understand the system.
By Tony Bratsky (Jun, 2018) |
Took one class here as a transfer credit for UOttawa. Loved the staff and everyone was really helpful. Nice campus and my professor was quite good and passionate about what he taught. Their anthropology department was quite good to me and helpful in terms of setting me up with a class I needed to graduate. Less one star because I’ve had my final grades for UOttawa for weeks now and I’m just waiting on Carleton.
By William Heeley (Jun, 2018) |
Great school, and great programs but this message is directed to the admissions office at Carleton U. The encounter I had today with one of the admissions assistants by the name of “Nana Frimpong” was truly disturbing and ultimately has me on the fence with accepting my offer of admission from CU. The rep was extremely rude!! I had questions about my application, and deferring the acceptance offer, this led to a spew of hostility coming from said admissions assistant. CU please do better, ensure all staff is properly trained when it comes to phone etiquette!!
By Keyonna Shaw (Jun, 2018) |
I just love it here at Carleton! Everything about it: from my professors and fellow students to a remarkable teaching and learning experience; from the scenic campus environment and the weather-friendly tunnel to the numerous green areas you can hang out and relax during spring and summer days. The bus and train services in and out of the campus are really good and super convenient, some running past midnight. There's a lot more but I don't want to make this too long.'
By Dean Chimezie (Jun, 2018) |
To be honest, I would transfer from this university if I had the chance. The professors and the faculty staff have been extremely rude and insensitive and will use anything to their advantage to give you the lowest grade possible and the worst thing about it is that they don't even have to give a reason as to why your mark was low. This is a horrible university.
By Nadeem Fayad (May, 2018) |
A great school! There are lots of underground tunnels that connects the buildings so it's easy to get around. They have lots of seating areas so there lots of places to sit and study. There are a lot of parking lots on campus which is awesome! It's great for those who take public transport as it's right by the O-train.
By Izzy BG (May, 2018) |
Over the last five years, Carleton University's School of Journalism has offered me countless opportunities for personal and professional advancement. Thanks to Carleton, as well as its dedicated faculty and staff, I feel prepared for a career in the Canadian media.
By Joshua Soucie (Apr, 2018) |
The staff and faculty are great, but the university is unfortunately run by a group over-paid senior administrative staff who seem more concerned with themselves, politics, and decisions that work against students.
By David Simao (Mar, 2018) |
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Carleton University has been a transformative experience for my daughter; the dedicated faculty genuinely care, and I've watched her confidence and skills soar!
By F.A. (Aug, 2024) |