Application processes

Graduate degree programs may begin in January, May, or September, and applications are generally due between December and February (for a September start date). In Ontario, applications to certain programs are made through OUAC. The online application becomes available approximately three months prior to the deadline. It usually takes between 5 to 25 to complete an application, so allow yourself enough time to do a thorough job. You do not need to complete the application in one sitting; you can enter and exit the application until you decide you are ready to submit. The following are applications available through OUAC:

• Teacher Education Application Service (TEAS): Ontario faculties of education
• Ontario Law School Application Service (OLSAS): Ontario law schools
• Ontario Medical School Application Service (OMSAS): Ontario medical schools
• Ontario Rehabilitation Sciences Programs Application Service (ORPAS): Occupational Therapy (OT), Physical Therapy/Physiotherapy (PT), Audiology (AUD), and Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) programs in Ontario

If applying to professional programs outside Ontario, contact each institution to check the number of applicants accepted from out of province. Apply directly to each institution. In many cases, an online application form is used.