Estimated amount for 2015 - 2016
University fees (including tuition fees) for 2016-2017 will be published on the University’s website by mid-July, and will reflect the increases approved by the Board of Governors of the University of Ottawa. Learn more about tuition fee increases and how they apply to your program.
Also, please note that invoices for the Fall session will be sent to all registered students starting in August. For your tuition fee payment deadline, see the important academic dates and deadlines.
The University of Ottawa reserves the right to change the information on this website without notice.
Tuition fees
Tuition fees are mandatory fees that are charged by the University for education and instruction. They vary according to the student’s status (full-time or part-time), level of education (undergraduate or graduate), program of study and legal status in Canada. Learn more about Tuition fees
International students studying in French can be eligible for a differential tuition fee exemption.
Incidental fees
Incidental fees are related to student activities, services and associations. Examples include student federation and association fees, insurance fees or student services fees (Health Services, Sports and University Centre fees). They vary by level of study (undergraduate or graduate), by faculty and, in some cases, by department. Please note that in certain cases, incidental fees are not applied. Learn more about Incidental fees:
Ancillary fees
Ancillary fees are fees which students pay for specific courses in addition to tuition. Examples include field trips, learning materials, and special clothing and material students use to create items during class, both of which they keep. Learn more about Ancillary fees
Administrative fees
Administrative fees are charged for specific administration–related services. Examples include admission‑related fees (file evaluation, entrance examinations, audition fees), documentation fees (transcripts, diplomas, student card replacement) and registration–related fees (late registration and late payment fees). Administrative fees are charged on a per service basis. Learn more about Administrative fees