Open registration period
Program priority restrictions and waitlists have ended. Registration continues on a first come, first served basis. Use our help article on how to find courses with open sections.
Deadlines
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August
11
2026
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September
22
2026
Last day to register for Fall 2026 term courses
Registration closes at 11:59 p.m.
September
22
2026
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 for more information.
September
22
2026
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
September installment due for Fall 2026 term payment plans
September
30
2026
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.
October
09
2026
Thanksgiving Day
Statutory holiday. The University is closed.
October
12
2026
Fall 2026 Midterm Break
No classes scheduled. The campus, our shops, studios and services are open. Check Shops & Studios for specific hours.
October
13
2026
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October
16
2026
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 for more information.
October
13
2026
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
October payment installment due for Fall 2026 term payment plans
October
30
2026
Deadline to submit an Application for Reinstatement form for May 2027 admission
Learn more about Application for Reinstatement.
November
06
2026
Deadline to submit applications for Alumni Degree Completion for studies beginning Summer 2027
Learn more about Alumni Degree Completion.
November
06
2026
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.
November
06
2026
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.
November
06
2026
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.
November
06
2026
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.
November
07
2026
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 for important considerations, health and safety tips, and emergency contacts.
November
09
2026
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December
20
2026
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 for more information.
November
10
2026
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
November (final) payment installment due for Fall 2026 term payment plans
November
30
2026
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.
December
01
2026
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 or how to find courses with open sections using our help articles.
December
01
2026
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.
December
04
2026
Deadline to submit Independent Study application and proposal forms for Winter 2027 credit
Undergraduate students only (BA, BDes, BFA). Learn more about Independent Study.
December
04
2026
Deadline to submit Placement, Independent Study or Residency applications for the Winter 2027 term
Graduate students only (MA, MDes, MFA). Learn about Placements, Independent Studies or Residencies.
December
04
2026
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.
December
04
2026
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.
December
04
2026
Last day of regularly scheduled classes for the Fall 2026 term
December
08
2026
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.
December
09
2026
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
Flex/Study Day
December
10
2026
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.
December
11
2026
Fall 2026 Defence Period
Applies to thesis graduate students enrolled in MA, MDes, and MFA programs.
December
11
2026
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December
20
2026
Fall 2026 Formal Assessment Period
Student participation is required. Learn more about formal assessments.
December
11
2026
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December
20
2026
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
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
End of Fall 2026 term
December
20
2026
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
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January
03
2027
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. 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
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
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
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
Winter 2027 Welcome Day
Winter 2027 Orientation. All new students welcome!
January
06
2027
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.
January
11
2027
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.
January
11
2027
First day of Winter 2027 term classes
January
11
2027
Winter 2027 term tuition and fee payment due
Visit 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.
January
11
2027
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
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.
January
15
2027
Last day to register for Winter 2027 term courses
Registration closes at 11:59 p.m.
January
24
2027
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 for more information.
January
24
2027
Graduate students starting their MRP or thesis will be notified of their Principal Advisor match
January
29
2027
January payment plan installment due for Winter 2027 term
January
29
2027
Last day to submit grade appeals for Fall 2026 term courses
Learn more about submitting a grade appeal.
February
01
2027
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. Update your SIN with OCAD U. Learn more about tax certificates.
February
08
2027
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 for more information.
February
14
2027
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.
February
15
2027
Family Day
Statutory holiday. The University is closed.
February
15
2027
Winter 2027 Midterm Break
No classes scheduled. The campus, our shops, studios and services are open. Check Shops & Studios for specific hours.
February
16
2027
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February
19
2027
February payment plan installment due for Winter 2027 term
February
26
2027
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
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.
March
05
2027
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 for more information.
March
14
2027
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 for important considerations, health and safety tips, and emergency contacts.
March
15
2027
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April
23
2027
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
Good Friday
Statutory holiday. The University is closed.
March
26
2027
March (final) payment plan installment due for Winter 2027 term
March
31
2027
Last day of regularly scheduled classes for the Winter 2027 term
April
09
2027
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.
April
10
2027
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.
April
12
2027
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, Independent Studies or Residencies.
April
12
2027
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.
April
12
2027
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
Flex/study day
April
13
2027
Winter 2027 Defence Period
Applies to thesis graduate (MA, MDes, MFA) students.
April
14
2027
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April
23
2027
Winter 2027 term formal assessment period
Learn more about formal assessments using our help article.
April
14
2027
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April
23
2027
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
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
End of Winter 2027 term
April
23
2027
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. 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
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
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
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
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
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
Deadline to request an extension to an existing Leave of Absence (LOA) for Fall 2026
Applies to students in MA, MDes and MFA programs on voluntary withdrawal from the program. For more information, please review our help article)
August
10
2026
Last day to request registration in 4000-level courses for the Fall 2026 term
Applies to graduate students (MA, MDes, MFA). Read our help article for more information.
August
04
2026
Deadline to submit Placement, Independent Study, or residency applications for Fall 2026 term
Graduate students only (MA, MDes, MFA). Learn about Placements, Independent Studies or Residencies.
August
04
2026
Last day to withdraw for no refund on 6-week courses that began the week of July 7, 2026
Withdraw before 11:59 p.m.
Visit our help article on how to drop a course for more information.
August
04
2026
Deadline to submit Field Placement and Independent Study application and proposal forms for Fall 2026 term credit
Undergraduate students only (BA, BDes, BFA). Learn more about Independent Study and Field Placements.
August
04
2026
Deadline to submit OVGS or CUGTA requests for the Fall 2026 term
For graduate students (MA, MDes, MFA). Learn more about taking graduate level courses at other universities.
August
04
2026
Last day to request registration in 5000-level courses for the Fall 2026 term
Applies to undergraduate students (BA, BDes or BFA). Read our help article for more information.
August
04
2026
Civic Holiday
Statutory holiday. The University is closed.
August
03
2026
Recommended deadline to submit Transfer Credit Requests
For undergraduate students admitted in September 2026. Requests after this day might not be reviewed in time for Fall term. Visit the help article about Transfer Credits.
August
01
2026
Fall/Winter 2026-27 priority registration period for non-degree students
Visit our help article to learn about registering for courses as a non-degree student.
July
31
2026
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August
10
2026
Fall/Winter 2026-27 priority registration period for second-year undergraduate students
Students will find their specific registration day and time in Self-Service.
Second-year students who have not registered by the end of this period will find it difficult to get into their courses.
Visit our help article to learn more about how to register for courses.
July
30
2026
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August
06
2026
Fall/Winter 2026-27 priority registration period for graduate students
Graduate students will find their specific registration day and time in Self-Service.
July
28
2026
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August
10
2026
Last day for Principal Advisors to submit an electronic copy of the thesis document and pre-exam form to the School of Graduate Studies for defences scheduled in the Spring/Summer 2026 term
For graduate students (MA, MDes and MFA).
July
28
2026
Summer interim grade deadline for 6-week courses that began with week of July 8, 2026
Deadline for instructors to provide students with an interim grade worth at least 20% of their final grade.
July
27
2026
Fall/Winter 2026-27 priority registration period for first-year undergraduate students
Students will find their specific registration day and time in Self-Service.
First-year students who have not registered by the end of this period will find it difficult to get into their courses.
Visit our help article to learn more about how to register for courses.
July
21
2026
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July
27
2026
Last day to withdraw with no refund on 12-week courses that began the week of May 19, 2026
Withdraw before 11:59 p.m.
Visit our help article on how to drop a course for more information.
July
20
2026
Last day to withdraw for 50% tuition refund on 6-week courses that began the week of July 7, 2026
Withdraw before 11:59 p.m.
Visit our help article on how to drop a course for more information.
July
20
2026
Deadline to submit Letter of Permission requests to study at another accredited post-secondary institution for Fall 2026 credit
Undergraduate only (BA, BDes, BFA). Visit our help article for more information about Letters of Permission.
July
17
2026
Fall/Winter 2026-27 priority registration period for third-year undergraduate students
Students will find their specific registration day and time in Self-Service.
Third-year students who have not registered by the end of this period will find it difficult to get into their courses.
Visit our help article to learn more about how to register for courses.
July
14
2026
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July
20
2026
Last day to withdraw for 100% tuition refund on 6-week courses that began the week of July 7, 2026
Withdraw before 11:59 p.m.
Visit our help article on how to drop a course for more information.
July
13
2026
Last day to register for 6-week courses that began the week of July 7, 2026
Registration closes at 11:59 p.m.
July
13
2026
First day of Classes for 6-week courses that begin the week of July 7, 2026
July
07
2026
Tuition payment deadline for 6-week 2026 Spring/Summer courses that begin courses that begin July 7
July
07
2026
Grade submission deadline for 6-week courses that began the week of May 19, 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. Graduate extensions beyond this date require the permission of the instructor and an approved Extension Request. Graduate instructors should contact sgshelp@ocadu.ca.
July
07
2026
Fall/Winter 2026-27 priority registration period for fourth-year undergraduate students
Students will find their specific registration day and time in Self-Service.
Fourth-year students who have not registered by the end of this period will find it difficult to get into their courses.
Visit our help article to learn more about how to register for courses.
July
07
2026
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July
13
2026
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