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Welcome to the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs at Carleton University in Ottawa. Here you will find information to help you succeed. If you are new, have a look at the New Students section. We also have information on finishing your thesis, awards, important dates and graduate news.

Please note the update to our in-person services:

FGPA is offering in-person service from 8:30 a.m.-Noon and 1:00 to 4:30 p.m. We continue to encourage students to contact our office via phone or email to allow us to review inquiries thoroughly and respond or redirect to the most appropriate office. Forms and policies should be accessed on the FGPA Resources Page.

Please visit our COVID FAQs for Grad Students for the latest COVID information.

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Grad News & Announcements

April 14, 2022

Videos from the 3MT 2022 Contest

Carleton University held its 2022 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition on April 6, live on Zoom, and the event didn't disappoint. The 3MT was hosted by Dr. Onita Basu, Associate... More

April 14, 2022

COVID-19 Mask Policy Remains in Place Until Further Notice

April 14, 2022 Key Messages: Carleton will maintain its mask policy until further notice. Carleton will be suspending vaccination requirements starting May 1, 2022. We strongly recommend all individuals are... More

February 10, 2022

Upcoming Important Deadlines

May 19 Last day for registration and course changes (including auditing) for full summer courses. May 20 Last day to withdraw from early summer and full summer courses with a... More

May 25, 2022

Two New Associate Vice-Presidents

In line with our strategic commitment to strive for wellness and to further enhance support for our student's academic, personal and professional potential, we have established an inaugural Associate Vice-President... More

May 24, 2022

Carleton Grad Students Win Prestigious Vector Scholarships for AI Research

On May 9, 2022, the Vector Institute announced 110 winners of the 2022-23 Vector Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence (VSAI). Valued at $17,500, these merit-based scholarships recognize top candidates pursuing studies... More

May 23, 2022

University Open and Operating as Usual

Update (Tuesday May 24): Support is available for students writing deferred exams who have been impacted by this weekend’s storm. Space is available on campus if you need somewhere to... More