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Admissions timeline

Application timeline of dates and deadlines

Dates and Deadlines

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 
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.

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  • Application Timeline
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  • Admissions Checklist
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Join our mailing list to learn more about important dates and deadlines, key events, webinars, and more!

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Book a virtual one to one appointment with an undergraduate admissions experts!

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Meet our admissions team to get info about academic and portfolio requirements, campus life and more!

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