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Recruitment and Admissions

We invite you to explore our website, including information about our programs, financial aid, the admissions criteria, and how to apply.

Welcome

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Why uOttawa Common Law

Discover the University of Ottawa advantage and find out what sets us apart.

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How to Apply

Learn about the essential components of a law school application and the process of applying via the Ontario Law School Application Service (OLSAS).

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Programs

Explore all of our JD program options in depth.

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Evaluation of Applications

Gain insight into the Admissions Committee’s review process.

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I’ve Already Applied

Track your application status, apply for scholarships, visit the campus, and learn what comes next.

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Recruitment Events

Find out when and where to attend upcoming presentations, panel discussions, Faculty Fairs, or Open House events.

FAQ

FAQ

Find answers to your most Frequently-Asked Questions.

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Upper-Year Applicants

Explore all of our Upper-Year JD program options in depth.

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Black Applicants

Black Applicants

As part of our commitment to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion at the University of Ottawa and in the legal profession, the Faculty of Law actively seeks to admit and support Black law students.
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Indigenous Applicants

As we are committed to our leadership role in Canada’s reconciliation with Indigenous peoples, the Faculty of Law seeks to remove barriers and support Indigenous law learners.
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Important deadlines

For the deadlines relevant the to the JD/MBA program, please review the website for the Telfer School of management. For the deadlines relevant the to the JD/MA program, please contact the Norman Patterson School of International Affairs.

Open House Videos

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Natasha Bakht Imagining an equal society for all
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Yin-Yuan Chen Who Belongs to the Universe of Our Universal Health Care?
Vanessa MacDonnell
Vanessa MacDonnell Vulnerable: The Law, Policy and Ethics of COVID-19

Contact Us

Common Law Admissions

Join the virtual line and speak with a member of the Common Law Admissions' Office

Fauteux Hall
57 Louis Pasteur St
Ottawa, Ontario
K1N 6N5

Email: [email protected]