Carleton University is located in Ottawa on a beautiful 62-hectare campus bordered by the Rideau River and the historic Rideau Canal, just a ten-minute drive from Parliament Hill. Carleton takes full advantage of the unique resources found in the nation's capital and has earned a reputation as one of the foremost universities in the country in the fields of public affairs, business, engineering and design, high technology, arts and social sciences, and science. The proximity of the University to national libraries, laboratories, galleries, museums, international agencies, leading scientists and research personnel results in a variety of educational opportunities unparalleled in Canada.

In addition to its undergraduate and graduate programs in more than 150 disciplines, Carleton offers a variety of hands-on experiences through many co-operative education programs, work placements, field placements and internships. Carleton has forged partnerships with government organizations, private sector businesses, industry and other educational institutions. The University also has over 80 active academic exchange agreements with institutions and governments around the world, and offers study abroad and exchange options in a wide range of disciplines. Carleton makes its programs and resources available to a diverse clientele through innovative teaching technologies and life long learning opportunities. The Paul Menton Centre offers a full range of coordinated disability services on campus in partnership with the Carleton community to increase accessibility and integration of students with disabilities into all aspects of university life.