We benefit from our strategic location, on the unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinàbeg, in a city known for the interaction among research, the economy and policy.
University of Ottawa
The University of Ottawa is among the top five Canadian universities for research intensity and the largest English-French bilingual university in the world. Rooted in our community, we’re in the heart of a G7 capital — a city of power, leadership and transformation — a choice location from which to shed light on the future as we face the challenges of our times.
A vibrant community
49,000
students
6,200
professors, researchers and support staff
300,000
alumni
In the heart of Canada’s capital
A place of innovation and action
Public policy
Our influential experts, in close proximity to granting and research bodies, shape knowledge and society.
Technology
On our Kanata North campus, we’re connecting our university to the country’s largest technology park.
Health
Thanks to our partnerships with internationally-recognized hospitals and health-care organizations, we’re innovating in our field.
Reaching out widely
“Together, we will transform our university, our city, our country and our world.”
Marie-Eve Sylvestre
— President and Vice-Chancellor
Committed to reconciliation and decolonization
The University of Ottawa is involved in the revitalization of Indigenous languages, cultures and knowledge, in the respectful integration of Indigenous perspectives in our university life and in forming meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities.
Driven to pursue excellence
Aiming ever higher
As a member of the prestigious U15 Canada group, we received over half a billion dollars in research funding in 2025.
5th
in Canada for research intensity
7th
in Canada for research funding
3rd
for awards and recognition of professors
Partnerships driving change
Through our lasting partnerships with the public, private, community and technology sectors, we’re a catalyst for job creation, knowledge transfer and practical solutions to the major issues in society. The University of Ottawa is a member of the prestigious U15 Canada group, and research is key to our mission.
$8.2 billion in economic benefits
This support is a testament to our role as a major player in Ottawa-Gatineau’s vitality and in spurring knowledge, innovation and entrepreneurship.
$2.2 billion
in economic impact of operations
$2.5 billion
in economic impact and social return of research and innovation
$3.6 billion
in impact of human capital development
Supporting your success
$194M
in scholarships and financial aid
86%
participation in experiential learning
90%
employment rate six months after graduation
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Indigenous Affirmation
We pay respect to the Algonquin people, who are the traditional guardians of this land. We acknowledge their longstanding relationship with this territory, which remains unceded. We pay respect to all Indigenous people in this region, from all nations across Canada, who call Ottawa home. We acknowledge the traditional knowledge keepers, both young and old. And we honour their courageous leaders: past, present, and future.