University of Ottawa Differential Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship
Automatic tuition fee reduction at University of Ottawa for international Francophone/Francophile students in French-language bachelor's or master's programs; amount varies by program.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Undergraduate
Destination
Canada
Funding
Varies depending on program. Significantly reduces international tuition fees for eligible French-program students.
Eligible applicants
International Francophone/Francophile students (paying international tuition fees) enrolled in French-language programs at University of Ottawa
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Overview
University of Ottawa Differential Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship is offered by University of Ottawa for Undergraduate study in Canada. Details were checked against the provider’s official page on October 11, 2026.
What this scholarship covers
International tuition fee reduction (amount varies by program)
Included
Varies depending on program. Significantly reduces international tuition fees for eligible French-program students. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Checked against the official criteria on October 11, 2026
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
No
Scholarship scope
University-specific
Last eligibility check
October 11, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- International students ONLY. Students paying domestic tuition fees are NOT eligible. Must be Francophone or Francophile.
- International eligibility
- Specifically for international students who pay international tuition fees. Students paying domestic tuition fees (Canadian citizens/PR) are NOT eligible.
Academic requirements
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Universities
- University of Ottawa
- Countries
- CA
Official eligibility summary
International students (paying international tuition fees) who are Francophone or Francophile, enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program given in French or in the French Immersion Stream at University of Ottawa.
Applicant profile
- International Francophone/Francophile students (paying international tuition fees) enrolled in French-language programs at University of Ottawa
Study route
- Undergraduate study in Canada
Current-cycle criteria
- International students (paying international tuition fees) who are Francophone or Francophile, enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program given in French or in the French Immersion Stream at University of Ottawa.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
- No application required — automatic
How to apply
- 1
Apply to a French-language bachelor's or master's program at University of Ottawa.
- 2
No separate application — all eligible international Francophone/Francophile students receive the scholarship automatically upon enrollment.
- 3
Visit the Differential Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship page for specific eligibility criteria and conditions.
Application timeline
Application cycle
Ongoing/automatic. Applied at enrollment. Updated September 24, 2026.
Confirm the current dates on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
University of Ottawa
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 11, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
No exact deadline is listed here. Check the official provider page for the next application cycle.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.