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[Dates and Deadlines](/markdownify/node/414) # Dates & Deadlines Explore - [Overview](/office-of-the-registrar) - [Privacy and personal information collection](/student-services/office-registrar/privacy-and-personal-information-collection) - [Current Student Forms](https://ocaduniversity.sharepoint.com/sites/RecordsandRegistration/SitePages/Forms-%26-Documents.aspx) - [Course Catalogue](https://selfservice.ocadu.ca/Student/Courses/Search?keyword=) - [Dates and Deadlines](/student-services/office-registrar/dates-and-deadlines) - [Returning to OCAD U](/student-services/office-registrar/returning-ocad-u) - [Transcripts](/student-services/office-registrar/transcripts) - [Graduation and Convocation](/student-services/office-registrar/graduation-and-convocation) - [Program Guides](/student-services/office-registrar/program-guides) ![](/themes/custom/ocad/img/decor/ripped-paper-whitebg.png) rgb(0,0,0) Upcoming Past [Subscribe to Calendar](/ical/dates_deadlines.ics) Search Deadline type Deadlines Payments Closure Registration Term Exams Audience Alumni Faculty Graduate Student International Student Public Staff Undergraduate Student Deadline to submit Heaslip Foundation MRP, Final Project & Thesis Grant applications Applies to students in MA, MDes and MFA programs who are actively working on their MRP, Final Project or Thesis and have not previously received the Grant. [For more information, please review our help article](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=be85122ec69e4af6acb64ec8ffa5c891). October 09 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student Thanksgiving Day Statutory holiday. The University is closed. October 12 2026 Closure - Alumni - Faculty - Graduate Student - International Student - Public - Staff - Undergraduate Student Fall 2026 Midterm Break No classes scheduled. The campus, our shops, studios and services are open. Check [Shops & Studios](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/5de877b8-88cd-4a25-84e1-d0247a17acd2) for specific hours. October 13 2026 — October 16 2026 Term - Faculty - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Last day to withdraw for a 50% refund for Fall term courses Withdraw from courses before 11:59 p.m. Visit our help article on [how to drop a course](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=fb6274ab4ddf40dcbd5e9905c9f3993c) for more information. October 13 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Fall Interim Grade Deadline Deadline for instructors to provide students with an interim grade worth at least 20% of their final grade unless otherwise approved by the Faculty Dean. October 20 2026 Deadlines - Faculty October payment installment due for Fall 2026 term payment plans [Learn more about payment plans using PayMyTuition](https://www.ocadu.ca/student-services/student-accounts/how-pay-tuition). October 30 2026 Payments - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Deadline to submit an Application for Reinstatement form for May 2027 admission Learn more about [Application for Reinstatement](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=a90d3ed346f1463394c7c548646259e7). November 06 2026 Deadlines - Undergraduate Student Deadline to submit applications for Alumni Degree Completion for studies beginning Summer 2027 Learn more about [Alumni Degree Completion](https://www.ocadu.ca/student-services/office-registrar/degree-completion). November 06 2026 Deadlines - Alumni Deadline to submit Letter of Permission requests to study at another accredited post-secondary institution for Winter 2027 credit Undergraduate only (BA, BDes, BFA). Visit our help article for more information about [Letters of Permission](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=72c80f172e104247b16e65c4f01e2f16). November 06 2026 Deadlines - Undergraduate Student Deadline to submit OVGS or CUGTA requests for the Winter 2027 term For graduate students (MA, MDes, MFA). [Learn more about taking graduate level courses at other universities](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=5f0fcf74a7574d018c10743bc43f32eb). November 06 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student In-Study Bursary Program Application Deadline Bursaries are non-repayable awards given to students primarily on the basis of financial need. OCAD University is committed to ensuring that students have enough funding to meet the direct educational costs (tuition, books and other mandatory fees) of attending university. [Learn more about the bursary program](https://ocaduniversity.sharepoint.com/sites/StudentNotices/SitePages/Apply-by-Nov.7-to-OCAD-U%E2%80%99s-In-Study-Bursary-Program.aspx). November 06 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student In-Study Bursary Program Application Deadline Bursaries are non-repayable awards given to students primarily on the basis of financial need. OCAD University is committed to ensuring that students have enough funding to meet the direct educational costs (tuition, books and other mandatory fees) of attending university. [Learn more about the bursary program](https://ocaduniversity.sharepoint.com/sites/StudentNotices/SitePages/Apply-by-Nov.7-to-OCAD-U%E2%80%99s-In-Study-Bursary-Program.aspx). November 07 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Fall 2026 term 24/7 extended access Main building at 100 McCaul St. and 205 Richmond St. W. OCAD U ID card required for keycard access. Please visit our [24/7 access help article](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=f18c83f7e73042ce829d167b4d498878) for important considerations, health and safety tips, and emergency contacts. November 09 2026 — December 20 2026 Term - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Last day to withdraw for no refund for Fall 2026 term courses Withdraw from courses before 11:59 p.m. Visit our help article on [how to drop a course](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=fb6274ab4ddf40dcbd5e9905c9f3993c) for more information. November 10 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Last day to submit an electronic copy of the thesis document and pre-exam form to the School of Graduate Studies for defences scheduled in Fall 2026 For graduate students (MA, MDes and MFA). November 19 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student November (final) payment installment due for Fall 2026 term payment plans [Learn more about payment plans using PayMyTuition](https://www.ocadu.ca/student-services/student-accounts/how-pay-tuition). November 30 2026 Payments - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Deadline to submit Canada Graduate Research Scholarship - Masters Applications Submit by 8 p.m. Applies to domestic students in MA, MDes and MFA programs, and students applying for Fall 2026 entry. [For more information, please review our help article](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=da28fdfdf3ce466d99bf217f628070ad). December 01 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student End of waitlist period for Winter 2027 term courses End of waitlist period for Winter 2027 term courses. All Winter course waitlists will be dropped, and registration will continue on a first-come, first-served basis until the end of registration. Learn more about [how waitlists work](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=6f48eba8a0f84d57a80933fed3a186ef&origin=searchPreview) or [how to find courses with open sections](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=58cab6721e1544489992f729ba008f0c) using our help articles. December 01 2026 Registration - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Deadline to submit Field Placement application and proposal forms for Winter 2027 term credit Undergraduate students only (BA, BDes, BFA). Learn more about [Field Placement](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=dd22451876544269a76e5164f04905d9). December 04 2026 Deadlines - Undergraduate Student Deadline to submit Independent Study application and proposal forms for Winter 2027 credit Undergraduate students only (BA, BDes, BFA). Learn more about [Independent Study](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=d38592157e4843ec82221826da5f31d6). December 04 2026 Deadlines - Undergraduate Student Deadline to submit Placement, Independent Study or Residency applications for the Winter 2027 term Graduate students only (MA, MDes, MFA). Learn about [Placements](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=54947a7b46db449da8332be33a0ace50), [Independent Studies](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=dd139bbeaf6940c191589c9d9e81c50e) or [Residencies](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=b4cd4cc3096244e3abf8a1730d265594). December 04 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student Last day to request registration in 4000-level courses for the Winter 2027 term Applies to graduate students (MA, MDes, MFA). [Read our help article for more information](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=e0d878edc9ad4f628515e774517e82c5). December 04 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student Last day to request registration in 5000-level courses for the Winter 2027 term Applies to undergraduate students (BA, BDes or BFA). [Read our help article for more information](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=09e69786-6625-4a1c-96c6-80e1bba442ae). December 04 2026 Deadlines - Undergraduate Student Last day of regularly scheduled classes for the Fall 2026 term December 08 2026 Term - Faculty - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Deadline to submit an Intent to Graduate for January 2027 graduation Graduation term: Fall 2026 (program completed December 2026 or earlier). Learn more about submitting an [Intent to Graduate](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=d279d19d882b4ee385b06f3a73867a0b). December 09 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Fall 2026 term Wednesday make-up classes Today is the make-up date for classes that were cancelled on Wednesday, September 30 to allow for collective commemoration of the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation. These Wednesday make-up classes take place today in the same location and at the same time as normally held. No other classes are held today. December 09 2026 Term - Faculty - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Flex/Study Day December 10 2026 Term - Faculty - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Deadline to request an extension to an approved Leave of Absence (LOA) starting Winter 2027 Applies to graduate students (MA, MDes, MFA). [Learn more about extending a leave of absence.](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=7122393e12e146a095cc2608003c674b) December 11 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student Fall 2026 Defence Period Applies to thesis graduate students enrolled in MA, MDes, and MFA programs. December 11 2026 — December 20 2026 Exams - Graduate Student Fall 2026 Formal Assessment Period Student participation is required. [Learn more about formal assessments](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=0b6f811a52134362b71320fef79c61ce). December 11 2026 — December 20 2026 Exams - Faculty - Undergraduate Student Last day of studio access for the Fall 2026 term This is the last day to use shops and studios during the Fall term. This deadline ensures adequate time to complete end-of-term preparations (cleaning, equipment inspections, preventative maintenance, repairs and inventory management) that keep OCAD U studios operational, safe, and ready for incoming students in the next term. December 16 2026 Term - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Deadline to clear out materials from studios for Fall 2026 term Please remove all items in shops and studios by end of day today. This deadline ensures adequate time to complete end-of-term preparations (cleaning, equipment inspections, preventative maintenance, repairs and inventory management) that keep OCAD U studios operational, safe, and ready for incoming students in the next term. December 17 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student End of Fall 2026 term December 20 2026 Term - Faculty - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student 2026 Winter Holiday Closure The University will close at the end of the day on Sunday, December 20, 2026, and re-open on Monday, January 4, 2027, with full closure from Monday, December 21, 2026, to Sunday, January 3 2027, inclusive. December 21 2026 — January 03 2027 Closure - Alumni - Faculty - Graduate Student - International Student - Public - Staff - Undergraduate Student Grade submission deadline for Fall 2026 term This is the deadline for instructors to submit their grades. Students should work to the deadlines in their course syllabus. Undergraduate extensions beyond this date require the permission of the instructor and an approved [Student Petition](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=77faa5960d9f4750b1e7f05e3ef13441). Graduate extensions beyond this date require the permission of the instructor and an approved Extension Request. Graduate instructors should contact sgshelp@ocadu.ca. January 04 2027 Deadlines - Faculty Last day for Principal Advisors to approve graduate thesis revisions Applies to graduate students (MA, MDes, MFA) who defended in the Fall 20265 term. Revisions can be submitted using the Thesis Revision Form. January 06 2027 Deadlines - Faculty - Graduate Student Last day for Principal Advisors to approve MRPs Applies to graduate students (MA, MDes, MFA) registered in the Fall 20265 term. Approval is submitted by submitting a grade in Ccanvas. January 06 2027 Deadlines - Faculty - Graduate Student Last day to submit final Research Ethics Board (REB) report on ROMEO (if applicable) Applies to graduate students (MA, MDes, MFA) completing their Thesis or MRP in the Fall 2026 term. January 06 2027 Deadlines - Faculty - Graduate Student Winter 2027 Welcome Day Winter 2027 Orientation. All new students welcome! January 06 2027 Term - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Deadline to request a Leave of Absence (LOA) starting Winter 2027 Applies to students in MA, MDes and MFA programs. [Learn more about taking a leave of absence.](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=7122393e12e146a095cc2608003c674b) January 11 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student Deadline to submit International Tuition Fee Exemption Documentation for the Winter 2027 term All supporting documentation must be dated on or before this date. [Learn more by visiting our exemption help article](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=dc783803c13a4c76926e966264c9be0b). January 11 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student - International Student - Undergraduate Student First day of Winter 2027 term classes January 11 2027 Term - Faculty - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Winter 2027 Student Health and Dental Plan change of coverage period The [Change of Coverage Period](https://ocadu.alumo.ca/manage-my-plan) is the period at the beginning of the term when you can either opt out or enrol your spouse and/or dependent children in the OCAD U Student Health & Dental Plan. Students who are not automatically covered but who are eligible for the Plan can also enrol themselves and their spouse and/or dependent children during this period. Learn more about the [Student Health & Dental Plan](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/service?unid=e459214497954079a185a1d6940e2b9e). January 11 2027 — January 29 2027 Term - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Winter 2027 term tuition and fee payment due Visit [PayMyTuition](https://selfservice.ocadu.ca/SelfService/ExtensiblePage/PayMyTuition) to pay tuition and fees or set up a payment plan ($50.00 non-refundable set-up fee) before this date. Students with unpaid balances after this date will be enrolled in a payment plan and a non-refundable late tuition fee of $100.00 will be applied to their accounts. Visit the website for complete details on [payment options, payment plans, and what happens if you miss payments](https://www.ocadu.ca/student-services/student-accounts/how-pay-tuition). Tuition fees for course enrolments made after the tuition and fee deadline and before registration closes for the term must be paid immediately. Students already enrolled in payment plans who enrol in additional courses will see their balance owing adjusted and distributed across their remaining instalments. January 11 2027 Payments - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Deadline to submit Winter 2026 SGS Project and Travel Grant applications Applies to students in MA, MDes and MFA programs. [For more information, please review our help article](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=5c1d6eb7fc324c8890bacbb05444c40d). January 12 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student Last day for graduate students completing their MRP or thesis in the Fall 2026 term to upload an approved copy of their thesis or MRP to the Open Research Repository Applies to graduate students (MA, MDes, MFA) completing in the Fall 2026 term. January 13 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student Deadline to submit Ontario Graduate Scholarship applications Applies to students in MA, MDes and MFA programs, and students applying for Fall 2026 entry. [Learn more about Ontario Graduate Scholarship Applications](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=da28fdfdf3ce466d99bf217f628070ad). January 15 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student Last day to register for Winter 2027 term courses Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. January 24 2027 Registration - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Last day to withdraw for 100% refund on Winter 2027 term courses Withdraw before 11:59 p.m. Visit our help article on [how to drop a course](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=fb6274ab4ddf40dcbd5e9905c9f3993c) for more information. January 24 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Graduate students starting their MRP or thesis will be notified of their Principal Advisor match January 29 2027 Deadlines - Faculty - Graduate Student January payment plan installment due for Winter 2027 term [Learn more about payment plans using PayMyTuition](https://www.ocadu.ca/student-services/student-accounts/how-pay-tuition). January 29 2027 Payments - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Last day to submit grade appeals for Fall 2026 term courses Learn more about [submitting a grade appeal](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=4aa96dd74f0245be986dc11572fce62e). February 01 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Deadline to submit Social Insurance Number This is the last date to update your Social Insurance Number with OCAD U ahead of the release of tax certificates for the previous year. [Learn about how to get a SIN](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=eb9c5433b7434934a7e91af5c18d8167). [Update your SIN with OCAD U](https://erpapps.ocadu.ca/StudentSINCollection/). [Learn more about tax certificates](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=adb45bce15c14ac49469a3cc176cff08). February 08 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Last day to withdraw for 50% refund on Winter 2027 term courses Withdraw from courses before 11:59 p.m. Visit our help article on [how to drop a course](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=fb6274ab4ddf40dcbd5e9905c9f3993c) for more information. February 14 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Deadline to submit an application for outgoing exchange (Fall 2027 and Winter 2028) For undergraduate (BA, BDes or BFA) students. The deadline for Fall 2027 Exchange applications, including GSA, Beaux Arts and FAMU for Winter 2028. Learn more about [Outgoing Exchange applications.](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/service?unid=1c6f21a1c59e4590a583817e660a61e8&from=19b44056-ccdc-472a-89d8-ad96fafbf013) February 15 2027 Deadlines - Undergraduate Student Family Day Statutory holiday. The University is closed. February 15 2027 Closure - Alumni - Faculty - Graduate Student - International Student - Public - Staff - Undergraduate Student Winter 2027 Midterm Break No classes scheduled. The campus, our shops, studios and services are open. Check [Shops & Studios](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/5de877b8-88cd-4a25-84e1-d0247a17acd2) for specific hours. February 16 2027 — February 19 2027 Term - Faculty - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student February payment plan installment due for Winter 2027 term [Learn more about payment plans using PayMyTuition](https://www.ocadu.ca/student-services/student-accounts/how-pay-tuition). February 26 2027 Payments - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Winter 2027 interim grade deadline Deadline for instructors to provide students with an interim grade worth at least 20% of their final grade unless otherwise approved by the Faculty Dean. March 01 2027 Deadlines - Faculty Deadline to submit an Intent to Graduate for May 2027 Graduation Graduation term: Winter 2027 (program completed April 2027 or earlier). Learn more about submitting an [Intent to Graduate](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=d279d19d882b4ee385b06f3a73867a0b). March 05 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Last day to withdraw for no refund on Winter 2027 term courses Withdraw before 11:59 p.m. Visit our help article on [how to drop a course](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=fb6274ab4ddf40dcbd5e9905c9f3993c) for more information. March 14 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Winter 2027 term 24/7 extended access Main building at 100 McCaul St. and 205 Richmond St. W. OCAD U ID card required for keycard access. Please visit our [24/7 access help article](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=f18c83f7e73042ce829d167b4d498878) for important considerations, health and safety tips, and emergency contacts. March 15 2027 — April 23 2027 Term - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Last day to submit an electronic copy of the thesis document and pre-exam form to the School of Graduate Studies for defences scheduled in the Winter 2027 term For graduate students (MA, MDes and MFA). March 22 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student Good Friday Statutory holiday. The University is closed. March 26 2027 Closure - Alumni - Faculty - Graduate Student - International Student - Public - Staff - Undergraduate Student March (final) payment plan installment due for Winter 2027 term [Learn more about payment plans using PayMyTuition](https://www.ocadu.ca/student-services/student-accounts/how-pay-tuition). March 31 2027 Payments - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Last day of regularly scheduled classes for the Winter 2027 term April 09 2027 Term - Faculty - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Last day to request registration in 5000-level courses for the Spring/Summer 2027 term Applies to undergraduate students (BA, BDes or BFA). [Read our help article for more information](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=09e69786-6625-4a1c-96c6-80e1bba442ae). April 10 2027 Deadlines - Undergraduate Student Deadline to submit OVGS or CUGTA requests for the Spring/Summer 2027 term For graduate students (MA, MDes, MFA). [Learn more about taking graduate level courses at other universities](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=5f0fcf74a7574d018c10743bc43f32eb). April 12 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student Deadline to submit Placement, Independent Study or Residency applications and proposal forms for Spring/Summer 2027 Graduate students only (MA, MDes, MFA). Learn about [Placements](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=54947a7b46db449da8332be33a0ace50), [Independent Studies](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=dd139bbeaf6940c191589c9d9e81c50e) or [Residencies](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=b4cd4cc3096244e3abf8a1730d265594). April 12 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student Last day to request registration in 4000-level courses for the Spring/Summer 2027 term Applies to graduate students (MA, MDes, MFA). [Read our help article for more information](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=e0d878edc9ad4f628515e774517e82c5). April 12 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student Winter 2027 term Friday make-up classes Today is the make-up date for classes that were cancelled on Friday, March 26 due to the Good Friday statutory holiday. These Friday classes take place today in the same location and at the same time as normally held. No other classes are held today. April 12 2027 Term - Faculty - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Flex/study day April 13 2027 Term - Faculty - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Winter 2027 Defence Period Applies to thesis graduate (MA, MDes, MFA) students. April 14 2027 — April 23 2027 Exams - Faculty - Graduate Student Winter 2027 term formal assessment period Learn more about [formal assessments](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=0b6f811a52134362b71320fef79c61ce) using our help article. April 14 2027 — April 23 2027 Exams - Faculty - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Deadline to request an extension to a previously approved Leave of Absence for Spring/Summer 2027 Applies to students in MA, MDes and MFA programs. [Learn more about extending a leave of absence](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=7122393e12e146a095cc2608003c674b). April 19 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student Deadline to request Reinstatement for Spring/Summer 2027 Applies to graduate students who have been withdrawn from their graduate program (MA, MDes, MFA). to students in MA, MDes and MFA programs on voluntary withdrawal from the program. [Learn more about reinstatement](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=1e6783b2c77849d4966bd0c1859cbd82). April 19 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student Last day of studio access for the Winter 2027 term This is the last day to use shops and studios during the Winter term. This deadline ensures adequate time to complete end-of-term preparations (cleaning, equipment inspections, preventative maintenance, repairs and inventory management) that keep OCAD U studios operational, safe, and ready for incoming students in the next term. Assigned thesis spaces follow a separate schedule. Clear-out dates for thesis spaces occur after GradEx and are outlined in the studio agreements signed by thesis students prior to gaining access to their spaces. April 21 2027 Term - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Deadline to clear out materials from studios for Winter 2027 term Please remove all items in shops and studios by end of day today. This deadline ensures adequate time to complete end-of-term preparations (cleaning, equipment inspections, preventative maintenance, repairs and inventory management) that keep OCAD U studios operational, safe, and ready for incoming students in the next term. Assigned thesis spaces follow a separate schedule. Clear-out dates for thesis spaces occur after GradEx and are outlined in the studio agreements signed by thesis students prior to gaining access to their spaces. April 22 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student End of Winter 2027 term April 23 2027 Term - Faculty - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Grade submission deadline for Winter 2027 term This is the deadline for instructors to submit their grades. Students should work to the deadlines in their course syllabus. Undergraduate extensions beyond this date require the permission of the instructor and an approved [Student Petition](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=77faa5960d9f4750b1e7f05e3ef13441). Graduate extensions beyond this date require the permission of the instructor and an approved Extension Request. Graduate instructors should contact sgshelp@ocadu.ca. April 27 2027 Deadlines - Faculty Last day for Principal Advisors to approve graduate student MRPs Applies to graduate students (MA, MDes, MFA) completing in the Winter 2027 term. Approval is submitted by submitting a grade in Canvas. April 29 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student Last day for Principal Advisors to approve thesis revisions Applies to graduate students (MA, MDes, MFA) who defended in the Winter 2027 term. Revisions can be submitted using the Thesis Revision Form. April 29 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student Last day to submit final Research Ethics Board (REB) report on ROMEO (if applicable) Applies to graduate students (MA, MDes, MFA) completing their Thesis or MRP in the Winter 2027 term. April 29 2027 Deadlines - Faculty - Graduate Student Last day for students completing their MRP or thesis in the Winter 2027 term to upload an approved copy of their thesis or MRP to the Open Research Repository Applies to graduate students (MA, MDes, MFA). All documents must follow the Thesis and MRP Requirements. May 06 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student Last day to submit completion paperwork to the School of Graduate Studies Office Applies to graduate students (MA, MDes, MFA) completing in the Winter 2027 term. May 06 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student Deadline to request a Leave of Absence (LOA) starting Spring/Summer 2027 Applies to students in MA, MDes and MFA programs. [For more information, please review our help article](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=7122393e12e146a095cc2608003c674b). May 18 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student Deadline to submit Spring/Summer 2027 SGS Project and Travel Grant applications Applies to students enrolled in MA, MDes and MFA programs for the Spring/Summer 2027 term. [For more information, please review our help article](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=5c1d6eb7fc324c8890bacbb05444c40d). May 21 2027 Deadlines - Graduate Student [Subscribe to Calendar](/ical/dates_deadlines.ics) Search Deadline type Deadlines Payments Closure Registration Term Exams Audience Alumni Faculty Graduate Student International Student Public Staff Undergraduate Student September installment due for Fall 2026 term payment plans [Learn more about payment plans using PayMyTuition](https://www.ocadu.ca/student-services/student-accounts/how-pay-tuition). September 30 2026 Payments - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student National Day for Truth and Reconciliation No classes scheduled. Final Wednesday classes for the Fall term will be held on Wednesday, December 9, 2026. September 30 2026 Term - Alumni - Faculty - Graduate Student - International Student - Public - Staff - Undergraduate Student Last day to register for Fall 2026 term courses Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. September 22 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Last day to withdraw for 100% refund on for Fall 2026 term courses Withdraw from courses before 11:59 p.m. Visit our help article on [how to drop a course](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=fb6274ab4ddf40dcbd5e9905c9f3993c) for more information. September 22 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Last day to submit grade appeals for Spring/Summer 2026 courses Learn more about [submitting a grade appeal](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=4aa96dd74f0245be986dc11572fce62e). September 11 2026 Deadlines - Undergraduate Student Deadline to submit Fall 2026 SGS Project and Travel Grant applications Applies to students in MA, MDes and MFA programs. [For more information, please review our help article](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=5c1d6eb7fc324c8890bacbb05444c40d). September 10 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student Last day for students completing their MRP or thesis in the Spring/Summer 2026 term to upload an approved copy of their thesis or MRP to the Open Research Repository Applies to graduate students (MA, MDes, MFA). All documents must follow the Thesis and MRP Requirements. September 10 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student Last day to submit completion paperwork to the School of Graduate Studies Office Applies to graduate students (MA, MDes, MFA) completing in the Spring/Summer 2026 term. September 10 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student Fall 2026 term tuition and fee payment due After registering for courses, visit [PayMyTuition](https://selfservice.ocadu.ca/SelfService/ExtensiblePage/PayMyTuition) to pay tuition and fees or set up a payment plan ($50.00 non-refundable set-up fee). Students with unpaid balances after this date will be enrolled in a payment plan and a non-refundable late tuition fee of $100.00 will be applied to their accounts. Visit the website for complete details on [payment options, payment plans, and what happens if you miss payments](https://www.ocadu.ca/student-services/student-accounts/how-pay-tuition). Tuition fees for course enrolments made after the tuition and fee deadline and before registration closes for the term must be paid immediately. Students already enrolled in payment plans who enrol in additional courses will see their balance owing adjusted and distributed across their remaining instalments. September 09 2026 Payments - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Deadline to submit International Tuition Fee Exemption Documentation for the Fall 2026 term All supporting documentation must be dated on or before this date. [Learn more by visiting our exemption help article](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=dc783803c13a4c76926e966264c9be0b). September 09 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student - International Student - Undergraduate Student First day of Fall 2026 term classes September 09 2026 Term - Faculty - Graduate Student - Staff - Undergraduate Student Fall 2026 Welcome Day Part of the [Fall 2026 Orientation program](http://www.ocadu.ca/orientation). All new undergraduate (BA, BDes, BFA) and graduate (MA, MDes, MFA) students welcome! Visit the [Welcome Day page](https://www.ocadu.ca/events-and-exhibitions/welcome-day-fall-2025-orientation) for complete details. September 08 2026 Term - Faculty - Graduate Student - Staff - Undergraduate Student Deadline to request a Leave of Absence (LOA) starting Fall 2026 Applies to students in MA, MDes and MFA programs. [Learn more about taking a leave of absence.](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=7122393e12e146a095cc2608003c674b) September 08 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student Labour Day Statutory holiday. The University is closed. September 07 2026 Closure - Alumni - Faculty - Graduate Student - Public - Staff - Undergraduate Student Fall/Winter 2026-27 locker rentals open [Students can sign up for a locker](https://erpapps.ocadu.ca/ecm_anon_sso/default.aspx?ecmform=StuLockerAssignments) by logging in with their OCAD U credentials starting on this date. September 04 2026 Term - Undergraduate Student Last day for Principal Advisors to approve graduate student MRPs Applies to graduate students (MA, MDes, MFA) completing in the Spring/Summer 2026 term. Approval is submitted by submitting a grade in canvas. September 03 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student Last day to submit final Research Ethics Board (REB) report on ROMEO (if applicable) Applies to graduate students (MA, MDes, MFA) completing in the Spring/Summer 2026 term. September 03 2026 Deadlines - Faculty - Graduate Student Last day for Principal Advisors to approve thesis revisions Applies to graduate students (MA, MDes, MFA) who defended in the Spring/Summer 2026 term. Revisions can be submitted using the Thesis Revision Form. September 03 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student Last day to submit a Transfer Credit Request Deadline for undergraduate students admitted in September 2024 to request transfer credits. [Visit the Transfer Credit Request Form for more information](https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=0WnkBiotj0aum33wlo621wv2Du-ZykFDrK8IdxkKQvNUNVMxSUxOWjQ3NjJHQ1hSWjhZR0NLVEVVMi4u&route=shorturl). August 31 2026 Deadlines - Undergraduate Student Spring/Summer 2026 locker clean out All lockers rented for the Spring/Summer 2026 term must be cleaned out by this date. August 28 2026 Deadlines - Undergraduate Student Deadline to submit an Intent to Graduate for September 2026 graduation Graduation term: Spring/Summer 2026 (program completed August 2026 or earlier). Learn more about submitting an [Intent to Graduate](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=d279d19d882b4ee385b06f3a73867a0b). August 28 2026 Deadlines - Graduate Student - Undergraduate Student Grade submission deadline for 12-week courses that began the week of May 19, 2026, and 6-week courses that began the week of July 7, 2026 This is the deadline for instructors to submit their grades. Students should work to the deadlines in their course syllabus. Undergraduate extensions beyond this date require the permission of the instructor and an approved [Student Petition](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=77faa5960d9f4750b1e7f05e3ef13441). Graduate extensions beyond this date require the permission of the instructor and an approved Extension Request. Graduate instructors should contact sgshelp@ocadu.ca. August 24 2026 Deadlines - Faculty Spring/Summer 2026 Defence Period Applies to thesis graduate students enrolled in MFA, MDes and MA programs. August 18 2026 — August 20 2026 Exams - Faculty - Graduate Student Formal Assessment Period for 6-week courses that began the week of July 7, 2026 and 12-week courses that began the week of May 19, 2026 Student participation is required. Learn more about [formal assessments](https://ocadu.topdesk.net/tas/public/ssp/content/detail/knowledgeitem?unid=0b6f811a52134362b71320fef79c61ce) using our help article. 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