FAQs for Future Students
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Full-time master’s students are expected to complete their 4.0-credit course requirements within 2 terms. Full-time master’s students admitted to the Extended M.Sc. program will typically require an additional 1-2 terms depending on additional course requirements.
If you receive an admission offer from Carleton, you should read the pink “Statement of Standing on Admission” form very carefully. It will lay out your exact program requirements.
Part-time master’s students will take a minimum of four terms but have a maximum of 6 years to complete the program as set out in Section 13 of the General Regulations of the Graduate Calendar.
Students who apply to study part-time are not eligible for funding, awards or scholarships.
Full or part-time status is established at the time of admission to a program. -
$120.00 CAD To determine the most current exchange rate, visit the Bank of Canada currency exchange rate calculator. The application fee must be paid in Canadian dollars. The application fee is paid directly to Carleton University by Visa, MasterCard or INTERAC Online at the end of the application process. Once your fee payment has been processed, you will receive an email within 1–3 business days with further instructions on how to complete your application package via Carleton Central.
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The application fees are determined by the central university administration and they do not grant fee waivers.
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No. We only review official applications.
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In order to obtain a visa, Citizenship and Immigration Canada requires that you prove that you have enough money to support yourself while studying in Canada. Carleton University estimates the costs of living and schooling at between $32,000 and $40,000 (CAD) per year (which may vary depending on your program of study).
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Visit the Department of Housing and Conference Services at www.carleton.ca/housing or the International Student Services Office (ISSO) at www.carleton.ca/isso.
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There is no formal process for appealing an admission decision. You can discuss it with the program supervisor.
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Our staff aim to respond to inquiries as promptly as possible. We constantly monitor our inbox (economics@carleton.ca). However, in accordance with Carleton University’s guidelines, please allow 3–5 business days for a response before following up. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
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Your offer of admission is good for one term. Read your pink “Statement of Standing on Admission” form. If it says “Fall 2026,” you must start in September 2026. Please note that it takes time to get settled in Ottawa. It is often better to defer an offer of admission until the following academic year than to arrive late in the term. Students are expected to attend class and non-attendance may jeopardize academic success.