Carleton Commerce
Carleton University
The published admission average for Commerce at Carleton University is 80% for September 2027 entry, under OUAC code CC.
Commerce is a broad business degree where you study accounting, finance, marketing, management, and related topics. You choose a concentration like accounting or finance to specialize, rather than studying one narrow area. It suits people interested in business fundamentals and real-world work experience, since the program includes optional co-op placements that let you alternate between classes and paid jobs in your field.
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Admission average
80%
OUAC code
CC
Study options
Co-op
Carleton University publishes this as “80% (regular and co-op)”
What’s the Carleton Commerce acceptance rate?
Carleton University doesn't publish an acceptance rate for Commerce, and no Ontario university publishes one for any program. What it publishes is the admission average: 80% for September 2027 entry. Carleton acceptance rate, program by program
Admission requirements
- Required
- ENG4U, MHF4U
- Choose one of
- MCV4U, MDM4U
- Recommended, not required
- MCV4U
Carleton’s own wording
- Concentrations: Accounting, Business Analytics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Information Systems, International Business, Management, Marketing, and Supply Chain Management
- English (ENG4U)
- Advanced Functions (MHF4U)
- Calculus (MCV4U) or Math for Data Management (MDM4U). Calculus (MCV4U) recommended.
- 3 best 4U/M courses
- See Ontario high school course codes.
- Alternative Offers
- More information about alternative offers
How many other programs require these outright:
What it costs
First-year tuition at Carleton is $6,198.91 for an Ontario student in arts and science in 2026–27. Mechatronics Engineering ($12,964.57) and Engineering ($10,743.01) cost more. Carleton tuition, program by program
Source: Carleton University on Ontario Universities’ Info. Grade ranges change year to year and are not guarantees — confirm with the university before you apply.
What this leads to
The picture for accounting as of 2026-08-17, not a description of this particular program.
Most graduates start as accounting clerks or junior accountants processing transactions, month-end closes, and account reconciliations. Those who pursue a CPA can advance to accounting manager, controller, or financial analyst roles.
In its favour
- Job openings exist across all industries and company sizes, and accounting skills transfer easily between sectors
- Consistent long-term demand—businesses need accurate financial records whether the economy grows or shrinks
- Strong salary progression: employers prioritize pay increases for people with specialized skills and certifications
Worth knowing
- Entry-level positions increasingly require 2–3 years of co-op or internship experience—a degree alone won't get you hired
- Permanent hiring has slowed while contract and temporary roles are rising, meaning less job security early on
- Routine data entry, invoice processing, and reconciliation work is being automated; you'll need to build skills in analysis and strategy to progress past junior roles
- Many employers prefer or require a CPA designation for advancement, meaning 4+ more years of study and exams after your degree if you want senior positions
How AI is changing this work
AI is automating the clerical work that usually fills entry-level accounting jobs: data entry, bank reconciliations, invoice processing, and expense categorization. However, 85% of firms that adopt this automation redeploy their staff to financial analysis and strategic guidance—work AI cannot do alone. The risk is real if you graduate with only basic technical skills, but demand is strong for accountants who can interpret data, explain business problems, and guide decisions. Starting a degree in 2027 means you'll graduate into a field where the routine work is gone and employers expect you to move beyond it quickly.
Where this came from (6 sources)
- 1. 2026 Canada Job Market: Finance and Accounting Hiring Trends and In-Demand Roles
- 2. 2026 Canada Accounting and Finance Hiring and Employment Trends | Robert Half
- 3. 2026 Accounting Salary Guide: Automation, Skills & Compensation | Randstad Canada
- 4. Best Accounting Jobs for 2026 | Randstad Canada
- 5. Accounting & Finance Permanent Salaries Canada 2026 | Morgan McKinley
- 6. 2026 Canada Finance and Accounting Salaries and Compensation Trends | Robert Half
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