OCAD University

Toronto, Canada · LAC

Canada's largest art and design university.

Admissions Data — OCAD University

Acceptance Rate55% (Accessible)
Admission Average75-83%
Regular DecisionFeb 1
Application Fee$180
Average Financial Aid$2,500
Need-Blind AdmissionsNo
Total Enrollment5,000 students
International Students18%
International TuitionCAD $22000
LocationToronto, Canada
Founded1876
TypeLAC
QS World Rank#701
THE World Rank#801
US News Rank#CA25
Research OutputGood

Notable Strengths

Scholarships: OCAD U Entrance Award for International Students.

Applying to OCAD University as an International Student

OCAD University typically requires an admission average of 75-83% (percentage marks). Canadian universities use percentage averages, not the US 4.0 GPA scale.

With an acceptance rate of 55%, OCAD University is a accessible institution. Building a balanced school list with reach, target, and safety schools is strongly recommended.

The Regular Decision deadline is Feb 1. Use AdmissionsPedia's free Deadline Tracker to manage your complete application calendar.

International student tuition at OCAD University is CAD $22000 per year.

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