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Carleton is home to Canadas premier legal studies program and offers the most
comprehensive BA program in law in Canada. In the program, you will acquire a strong
understanding of the dynamics of law, including its rules, agents, institutions and power
structures. You will study legal theory and its application in everyday life and be taught by
faculty who are award-winning researchers and extensively published professors, many of
whom are drawn from governmental and private sector organizations. Carletons proximity
to Canadas important legal institutions, such as the Supreme Court of Canada, can lead to
unique employment and research opportunities for our students.

Concentrations: Business Law, Transnational Law and Human Rights, Law, Policy and
Government
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Admission Eligibility

Tuition

$7,189.92
for 1 year(s)

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Program Length

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3 year(s), 4 year(s),
4.5 year(s)
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Admission Requirements
Based on High School Plan: High School Planner of Abby
Alberta High School Diploma
English Language Arts 30-1
Four additional Grade 12 courses
Please carefully review all admission requirements and visit the program website directly to confirm they are consistent with the
requirements listed here.

Minimum Average

Low 70s to High 70s

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Additional Notes

A minimum grade of 60% is required in all prerequisite courses

International Students

TOEFL iBT

86

IELTS

6.5

CAEL

70

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Program Details

Program Length

3 year(s), 4 year(s), 4.5 year(s)

Co-op Option

Yes

In-class Period

3 year(s), 4 year(s)

Part Time Study Option

No

Education Required

High School

Credentials Awarded

Bachelor of Arts

Program Language

English

Expenses

Tuition (Out-of-Province)
Tuition (International)
Other Fees

$7,189.92 for 1 year(s)

$21,800 - $25,600 for 1 year(s)
$1,300 for 1 year(s)

Residence Cost

$9,200 - $10,100

Meal Plan Cost

Included in Residence Fee

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About
Carleton University, Canadas capital university! Situated on a beautiful campus bordered
by the sparkling Rideau River and Canal, Carleton is just minutes from the heart of our
nations government and enjoys easy access to the many organizations, associations and
businesses which thrive in Ottawa. Many of Ontarios leading high tech companies
surround our campus where cutting-edge research joins with highly innovative teaching to
solve real-life problems.
Carleton University is a community of talented, committed and enthusiastic faculty and
staff, dedicated to excellence and to supporting the education and research that
distinguishes Carleton as Canadas Capital University. We know that it is our people that
are key to Carletons success.
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Campuses
Main Campus
Ottawa, Ontario

Number of Students

Year Established

26,000

1942

Residence Information
The university welcomes more than 2,800 students in residence each year. Space in
residence is guaranteed to all current secondary school and CEGEP students entering firstyear studies. Students may live in either traditional (no cooking in rooms) or suites
residences (meal preparation area included).
All residents, excluding those living in Leeds and Frontenac House (one of the three suites
residences which normally accommodate upper and graduate students) are obligated to
participate in a meal plan. All rooms are smoke free, and while the majority of floors are
co-ed, there are two floors that accommodate women only. All bedrooms are carpeted and
equipped with a telephone with local service, Ethernet connection, a bed with a mattress, a
desk, a chair, a bookshelf, a study lamp, curtains, and a closet. In double rooms, there are
two of each item.
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Helpful Links
Wikipedia Page
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carleton_University
Financial Aid Website
http://www6.carleton.ca/awards/
Accessibility Website
http://www6.carleton.ca/accessibility/
International Exchange Options
http://www1.carleton.ca/isso/international-opportunities/exchange/
Student Services Website
http://students.carleton.ca/services/
Library Website
http://www.library.carleton.ca/
Distance Study Options
http://www2.carleton.ca/cuol/about-us/distance-education/
Other Links
http://calendar.carleton.ca/undergrad/

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