Guide to Admissions
Our application process
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Admissions timeline
Dates and Deadlines
Applications for all programs are still open for Fall 2025
Find a list of important dates and deadlines for applicants. (Additional dates may be added, please check often)
- Early October 2024 - Applications open for fall 2025 admissions.
- January 31st, 2025 - Recommended deadline for fall 2025 applications.
- Applications may be considered after this deadline if space is available.
- February 10th, 2025 - Portfolio submission deadline for applicants who applied by January 31st, 2025.
- Late applicants will be provided with a specific deadline for portfolio submission after the application is received.
- July 15th, 2025 - Recommended deadline to submit official documents.
- August 1st, 2025 - Final deadline to submit official documents.
APPLYING TO OCAD U
How it works
All applications for admission are made online through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC). The only entry point is in September each year. The recommended deadline to apply for all programs at OCAD University is early February. Applications may be considered after this deadline if space is available.
Offers of admission to OCAD U’s programs are based primarily on the strength of the applicant’s portfolio or writing sample. All offers are conditional upon meeting the minimum academic requirements and supplying all required documentation.
Admissions checklist
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- Application Timeline
- Dates & Deadlines
- Admissions Checklist
- Ways to Connect
- and more! (Keep scrolling)
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