Bachelor's
CAD 72,000 (18,000 / yr)
Ontario Tech University
Oshawa, Canada
"Ontario's technology university in Oshawa, known for engineering, IT and the ACE wind tunnel"
At a Glance
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PSW VISA
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
About Ontario Tech University
Ontario Tech University (legally the University of Ontario Institute of Technology) was created in 2002 and adopted its current brand in 2018. It is a technology-focused public university in Oshawa with about 11,000 students, six faculties and 91 undergraduate and graduate programmes in engineering, computer science, business and IT, health sciences, energy and social science. Its Automotive Centre of Excellence (ACE) has a five-storey climatic wind tunnel. The North campus is shared with Durham College; the downtown campus hosts social science and education.
Rankings & Recognition
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Not ranked in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (QS Sustainability 2026: 1401-1500).
Accreditations & Memberships
Universities Canada
Council of Ontario Universities
U Sports (Ridgebacks)
Designated Learning Institution
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Ontario Tech University's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
2002
Founded
About 11,000
Students
91
Programmes
88% in 6 months
Grad Employment
ACE climatic wind tunnel
Facility
Popular Programs
Software Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Automotive Engineering
Computer Science
Commerce
Nursing
Health Sciences
Networking and IT Security
Application Details
Scholarship Deadline
15 February 2027
Intakes
September, January
Apply Through
OUAC 105
Test Validity
2 years
Proof of funds (2026)
CAD 23,448 + 1st-year tuition
Standardized Test Requirements
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IELTS Academic
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6.5 (no part < 6.0) |
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TOEFL iBT (new 1-6 scale)
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4.5 (no part < 4.0) |
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Duolingo English Test
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120 (Nursing/Educ 130) |
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PTE Academic
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58 |
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CAEL
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70 (no part < 60) |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
65%
I-20 Processing
Study permit (LOA + PAL)
Post-Study Work
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
Green Card Pathway
Express Entry / PNP (PR)
Financials
Application Fee
Approx. CAD 150 (OUAC)
Avg Scholarship
CAD 1,000 - 72,000 (entrance)
Career Outcomes
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
Post-Study Work
20
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Faculties — 6
Teacher : Student — 1 : 24
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Ontario Tech's North campus at 2000 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa (shared with Durham College) houses engineering, science, IT and business; the downtown Oshawa campus hosts social science and humanities.
Campus Details
North
campus (with Durham College) + downtown Oshawa
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
Simcoe Village / South Village residences
Dining
Campus dining halls and food courts
Health & Wellness
Provincial or university health plan required
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Varsity sports
Career services
Diversity & Demographics
Students
About 11,000
Undergraduate
About 91%
Cost Deep-Dive
Engineering (Intl, 26-27)
CAD 46,561 / year
Computer Science (Intl)
CAD 37,831 / year
Commerce (Intl)
CAD 37,877 / year
Nursing / Health (Intl)
CAD 34,821 / year
Arts / General Science
CAD 34,148 / year
Study permit + biometrics
CAD 150 + CAD 85
Intakes & Deadlines
Ontario Tech admits mainly in September (some programmes in January). Apply through OUAC; the entrance scholarship deadline (Global Leadership Award and merit awards) is 15 February 2027.
Scholarships at Ontario Tech University
4 scholarships available
Bachelor's
CAD 10,000
International Leaders Award
Bachelor's
Up to CAD 4,000
International Merit Award
Bachelor's
CAD 1,000 - 4,000 (85%+)
Awards of Recognition
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Class 12 with programme subjects (Maths, Physics, Chemistry for Engineering); awards from 85%+ in top six courses. IELTS 6.5 (no part < 6.0); Nursing IELTS 7.0. Degrees 4 years.
Postgraduate
Four-year bachelor's degree with about B (3.0 GPA) for MEng, MASc, MSc Computer Science and MITS; IELTS 6.5+. Master's 1-2 years.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
6.5 (no part < 6.0)TOEFL iBT (new 1-6 scale)
4.5 (no part < 4.0)Duolingo English Test
120 (Nursing/Educ 130)PTE Academic
CAEL
70 (no part < 60)Required Documents
Valid passport
Letter of Acceptance (LOA)
PAL / TAL or CAQ
Class 10 and 12 marksheets
Bachelor degree and transcripts (PG)
IELTS / PTE / TOEFL score report
Proof of funds (GIC / bank / loan)
Statement of purpose
Tuition deposit receipt
Upfront medical exam
Application Process
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Choose programme
Pick a programme and check its entry rules on ontariotechu.ca.
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Apply online
Submit the online application, pay the fee and upload transcripts and test scores.
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Get your offer (LOA)
Receive a Letter of Acceptance; accept it and pay the tuition deposit.
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PAL / TAL
The school issues a Provincial Attestation Letter for your study permit.
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Study permit
Apply to IRCC online, give biometrics and wait for approval.
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Arrive & study
Enter Canada, register, work up to 24 hrs/week and plan for PGWP.
Campus & Location
Ontario Tech's North campus at 2000 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa (shared with Durham College) houses engineering, science, IT and business; the downtown Oshawa campus hosts social science and humanities.
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