International Student Support

This page provides information for current and prospective international students. To learn more about OCAD U's exchange programs, please visit Mobility/Exchange.

International Student Support

The opportunity to study in a new country can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but adapting to life in a new environment can also be a challenge! OCAD U's International Student Support Office provides you with access to services, programs and activities that will ease this transition and enhance your OCAD U experience.

Contact Us

230 Richmond St. W., Room 615

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
international@ocadu.ca

Book a virtual or in-person meeting

Find us on OCAD U's interactive map

Services

Admissions

Learn about admissions to OCAD U's 17 undergraduate and seven graduate programs.

Immigration

Learn about Entry Requirements, Study Permits, Work Permits, Permit Extensions, Post-Graduation Work Permits, and Taking Breaks While Studying.

Life in Canada

Find out about life in Toronto, housing options, adjusting to the local culture, and fraud awareness.

Financial support options

Explore payment plans, international fee exemptions, and emergency bursaries.

Healthcare

Learn about the health care system in Ontario and your coverage options during your studies at OCAD U.

Employment

Learn what you need in order to work during your studies and about OCAD U's Campus Employment Program for International Students (CEPIS).

Upcoming Events

No events at this location.

Latest News

Celebrating the revitalization of Butterfield Park

OCAD University welcomed over 100 guests to Butterfield Park on September 10 to celebrate the revitalized space and recognize the donors who made the transformation possible.

September 12, 2025

David Binet’s philanthropy surpasses $1 million with new gift to OCAD U

OCAD University is recognizing long-time supporter and former Board of Governors Vice-Chair David Binet, whose philanthropy to the University has now surpassed $1 million, with a recent $700,000 gift to establish the David Binet Design Leadership Fund.

September 11, 2025

OCAD U hosts global colloquium to reimagine birth spaces

Transforming Birthspace: A Global Colloquium, from Oct. 24 to 27, features global experts who will share research, case studies and strategies for designing respectful and supportive spaces for childbirth.

September 10, 2025

OCAD U researcher investigates “hacking” as disability creatives’ strategy

As a disability artist, researcher and creator, Assistant Professor Dr. Pam Patterson explores issues around boundaries, borders, edges and how she might perceive these and transform/transpose them using photography, video and performance.

September 4, 2025