The University of Ottawa is a comprehensive research university founded in 1848, located in Ottawa, Canada. It operates with a distinctive bilingual mandate, offering academic programs in both English and French. The institution is the largest English-French bilingual university in the world.
The university is ranked among Canada's top five research-intensive institutions. Its student body includes individuals from over 145 countries. The university leverages its position within government, diplomatic, and innovation ecosystems in the national capital region.
The institution provides experiential learning opportunities, including co-operative education programs that connect students directly with employers. It operates within the higher education and research industry verticals.
