Special Students
Special Students are those who have not been admitted to a degree program but are taking degree-credit courses to qualify for admission, to improve professional qualifications, for transfer credit, or for personal interest.
Apply to study as a special student
Anyone is eligible to apply as a Special Student subject to course availability and course prerequisites. To do this, you must complete the Online Special Student Application and pay a non-refundable processing fee of $64.25 (effective May 1, 2024). The fee can be paid by Visa, Mastercard or online Debit.
You will also need to provide a copy of a transcript showing the most recent education you have completed. Proof of English Language Proficiency may also be required (refer to section 4 of the General Admissions Requirements section of the undergraduate calendar). Your application will not be processed until all of these requirements have been submitted.
The processing time is normally 3-5 working days. An email will be sent once your application is approved with your student identification number and registration information.
You can apply any time throughout the year, but please allow sufficient processing time prior to registration dates.
Special Student Checklist
We have prepared a registration checklist specifically for special students. This checklist will help you get ready.
Fee Payment for Special Students
Don’t forget that fee payment is due in full once you register. You will be withdrawn from all your courses if you do not settle your account by the published deadlines. Information on fee payment deadlines can be found on the Student Accounts website.
Non-Degree Students
Carleton University offers a number of options for studying, even if you aren’t interested in doing a degree! Visit the FAQs below and the following pages for more information on what is required to study at Carleton:
University of Ottawa Exchange
Carleton UOttawa Outgoing Exchange
If you are a Carleton University student looking to study at the University of Ottawa, please visit the University of Ottawa Exchange page on the Registrar’s Office website.
UOttawa Carleton Incoming Exchange
If you are a University of Ottawa student looking to study at Carleton University, please complete the Personal Information Form and consult the checklist in the “Downloads” section below.
FAQs
The following are frequently asked questions for Non-Degree and Special students.