Meet with us and learn more about OCAD U
Whether you're ready to apply or just starting to learn about OCAD U, we're here to support! Scroll for our list of online info sessions: Meet with our students and staff to learn about applications, portfolios, funding, campus life, careers and more!
Learn More About OCAD U
Fall 2026
Curious about Canada's largest art and design university? Not sure if you're ready to apply? Tune into this webinar to learn more about what OCAD U has to offer. Get information about our different programs, academic and portfolio requirements, campus life and more! Use this opportunity to meet one of our recruitment specialists and ask your questions.
How to Prepare and Submit your Portfolio
Fall 2026
Join us to get a clear understanding of what to include in your portfolio and how to strengthen your portfolio.
Transfer Tuesdays
Ongoing
Thinking about transferring to OCAD University? We’ll cover the options available for students with previous post-secondary education, and you will have the opportunity to ask questions specific to your situation.
Meet for a One-to-One
Fall 2026
Connect with an OCAD U info expert to ask questions about programs, admissions, and more!
Your portfolio is an important part of your application to OCAD U. That's why we've put together portfolio-focused events to support you as you develop your collection of works.
From guidelines to one-on-one reviews and workshops, we can provide support at every stage of your portfolio development.
Portfolio Clinics
Fall 2026 & Winter 2027 | In person
Create in-studio with OCAD U! These creative workshops designed for learners between the ages of 15-19 interested in pursuing a creative pathway towards post-secondary education.
Virtual Portfolio Reviews by OCAD U
Winter 2027 | Online
Join us virtually for an online portfolio review to get personalized feedback and tips from OCAD U faculty and staff.
Webinar: How to Prepare and Submit your Portfolio
Fall 2025 & Winter 2026 | Online
Join us to get a clear understanding of what to include in your portfolio and how to strengthen your portfolio.
National Portfolio Days
Fall 2026 & Winter 2027 | In person and online
National Portfolio Days are virtual and in-person portfolio review events where you can receive creative feedback from multiple creative institutions.
AICAD Portfolio Reviews
Fall 2026
Sign up for an informal portfolio review through the online Slideroom platform. Get feedback from OCAD U and other creative universities.
Come visit OCAD University and explore the campus in person!
Campus Tours
Weekly year round
Explore the OCAD U campus with a guided tour from current students! Weekend tours are available.
Portfolio Clinics
Fall 2026 & Winter 2027
Portfolio Clinics are workshops designed for learners between the ages of 15-19 interested in pursuing a creative pathway towards post-secondary education.
Look Inside: Open House
November 2026
Learn more about our programs and services from OCAD U staff, faculty and students all about our programs, campus life, and services!
OCAD U Graduate Exhibition (GradEx)
May 2026
See the amazing work of our graduating students.
For teachers & guidance counsellors: schedule a field trip for your class to visit GradEx 111!
International Summer Art & Design Residency
Every July
A three-week in-person studio experience dedicated to high school students seeking an opportunity to visit and make art and create in Toronto, Canada.
Summer Workshops
Every July
5-day studio experiences dedicated to creative youth ages 15 to 19 who are considering post-secondary education in a creative industry or field.
Can’t make it to campus? OCAD U may be coming to you! This Fall, we'll have representatives present at various in-person events in Canada and abroad.
On the road
Fall & Winter
OCAD U recruitment officers will be attending local and international university fairs, as well as in-person and online portfolio events. Check our visit schedule to see where we'll be this Fall.
High school visits
Virtual & in person
Meet with an OCAD U representative and hear more about our university! Counsellors can request an in-person or virtual visit here.
