Apply to Graduate Studies at OCAD University
Log in or create an account below to apply to OCAD U's graduate programs (Master of Design, Art, Fine Art).
Applications for the 2025-2026 academic year are open! The final deadline to apply is May 15, 2025 11.59pm EST.
We are no longer accepting applications for the following programs:
- Interdisciplinary Master's in Art, Media and Design
- Inclusive Design
- Digital Futures
If you are an international applicant, please review and consider the study permit/student visa processing times indicated on the IRCC website prior to applying for admission to one of our Graduate Programs. Currently, study permit processing times range from 2-44 weeks depending on the country that you are applying from. Further details can be found here, https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/check-processing-times.html.
Please note, the application deadline for priority consideration for funding was January 15, 2025. The final recommended application deadline for international applicants and general second round application deadline was March 15, 2025.
At OCAD U, we attract curious and creative students who expect something more from their education and are willing to challenge themselves to achieve it. For more information about OCAD University and Graduate Studies, please visit our website.
If you are interested in applying to undergraduate programs (Bachelor of Design, Art, Fine Art), you must apply through the Ontario Universities Application Centre. For more about applying to undergraduate programs, visit ocadu.ca/undergrad.
For technical support please contact: gradadmissions@ocadu.ca
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