Study Abroad Programs in Ottawa, Canada

With Ottawa being located in Ontario and bordering Quebec, you’ll immerse yourself in a French and English-speaking culture. Ottawa is also the most educated cities in Canada, so you can be assured that you’ll be receiving a quality education when you study here. 

Popular Subjects to Study. With bilingual universities available here, you could learn English as a second language or become fluent in French. Many programs offer homestay options, so you can live in a cozy setting with a family to help you progress even further fluently in the language. Other more popular courses include law, medicine, culinary arts (where you can earn certificates in cuisine and pastry), and education. 

Short Term vs. Summer vs. Long Term Programs. From a couple of weeks (spring break or May term) to seasonally (fall, spring, or summer) to a full academic year, you’ll have a range of options for how long you want to study in Ottawa — some programs also have flexible start dates. Keep in mind that summers are warm and humid and winters are cold and snowy when deciding the time of year you want to study here and what kind of weather suits your personality and interests as well. 

Attending Universities vs. Other Program Types. You could opt to take courses through your own university, universities in Canada, or an outside program provider. Some students might choose to directly enroll in the University in Ottawa or one of Ottawa’s other higher education institutions. Make an appointment with a university study abroad advisor to help you determine which courses will fulfill your desires and educational needs.