Distance Learning
Distance Learning Overview
Carleton University offers a variety of university credit courses for Carleton University and eCampus Ontario students. This provides convenience and flexibility for students studying from a distance, finishing or starting a degree, or studying for interest.
Visit the Getting Started section of the Carleton Online website to learn more about taking an online class, or read through our FAQs below.
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Application and Registration Process
The application and registration process for distance learning may differ depending on why you are studying.
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- If you have an approved Letter of Permission to register at Carleton as part of eCampus Ontario complete an online application form to become a Special Student at Carleton.
- Once you have received your student number via email, you will be directed to register via Carleton Central.
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- First, complete the online application form.
- Once you have received your student number via email, you will be directed to register via Carleton Central.
Are there any restrictions or regulations?
Notes:
1. Some courses may require you to submit a Registration Override Request via Carleton Central due to course restrictions or prerequisites.
2. You must meet the English language proficiency requirements stated in Section 4.0 (option 1) of the Admissions Regulations in the Undergraduate Calendar in order for your application to be processed. Students who do not meet these requirements will not be allowed to register as part of the eCampus Ontario program.
- There is a non-refundable processing fee to become a Special Student at Carleton.
- Some courses may require you to meet prerequisites to register.
Fees and Deadlines
All fee related information can be found on the Student Accounts website.
FAQs
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- See Carleton Online for an overview.
- Most course work is submitted online by pre-determined deadlines.
- If an assignment must be submitted physically it can be mailed to the department, postmarked by the deadline.
- Some testing takes place online but many distance courses have proctored seated exams.
- Local students can write proctored exams on campus whereas distance students can arrange to write these in their area with a qualified local proctor. More information on this can be found on the Carleton Online website.
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All course changes are completed through Carleton Central. The option to withdraw can be found under the Registration menu. Please see the list of important dates and deadlines.
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Please see the undergraduate calendar for complete rules and regulations. See the CU Know How guide for an abridged guide.
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Visit the Admissions website for answers to all of your questions about beginning degree studies at Carleton University.
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Students must apply for a Letter of Permission from Carleton and receive approval in advance before registering at another institution. Please review the guidelines and deadlines for Letter of Permission applications.
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Email the Registrar’s Office with any further questions.