University of Ottawa IELTS requirements
Undergraduate
6.5Overall
Minimum per band not stated
Postgraduate
Not listed. Ask the university.
Note: Direct entry needs 6.5 writing too; 6.0 overall = direct entry with ESL courses; Intensive Program from 4.5–5.0. IELTS UKVI not accepted.
How far are you?
Pick your band to compare it with University of Ottawa's requirement.
You need 6.5 for University of Ottawa.
TOEFL, Duolingo and PTE minimums
We found no TOEFL, Duolingo or PTE minimum for University of Ottawa.
Convert a TOEFL, PTE or Duolingo score to IELTSBefore you apply
Almost every university accepts an IELTS result for two years from the test date. If you're not sure about University of Ottawa, check its admissions page before you book.
We found nothing from University of Ottawa on IELTS Online, so ask before you book it.
If your score is a little below the requirement, many universities offer a pre-sessional English course. Ask the admissions office whether University of Ottawa does.
Similar universities
In Canada, with a similar IELTS requirement.
Acadia University
Wolfville, CanadaUG6.5PG6.5min 6.0 eachBishop's University
Sherbrooke, CanadaUG6.5min 6.0 eachPGNot listedBritish Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, CanadaUG6.5min 5.5 eachPGNot listedBrock University
St. Catharines, CanadaUG6.5min 6.0 eachPGNot listedCape Breton University
Sydney (Nova Scotia), CanadaUG6.5min 6.0 eachPG6.5min 6.0 eachCapilano University
North Vancouver, CanadaUG6.5min 6.0 eachPGNot listed
Where this figure comes from
We read this figure on University of Ottawa's own admissions page. Last checked: October 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What IELTS score do I need for a master's at University of Ottawa?
We found no postgraduate IELTS figure for University of Ottawa. Ask the admissions office about the course you want.
Does University of Ottawa accept the Duolingo English Test?
We found no Duolingo minimum for University of Ottawa. That does not always mean it is refused, so ask the admissions office.
Does University of Ottawa accept PTE Academic?
We found no PTE Academic minimum for University of Ottawa. That does not always mean it is refused, so ask the admissions office.
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