Ontario College Diploma

Visual and Creative Arts

You’ve found your program. You’ve checked the Admission Requirements. Now you’re ready to apply online and get started on your Sheridan future!

If you’re a Canadian student, you’ll apply to Sheridan through ontariocolleges.ca.

If you’re an international student, you’ll apply to Sheridan through our International Centre.

Applications open
Oct 1, 2020
Online applications open in early October for Sheridan programs starting the following academic year.
Sheridan begins to receive applications
Oct 5, 2020
Sheridan begins to receive applications from ontariocolleges.ca in early October for the following academic year.
Application deadline for equal consideration
Feb 1, 2021
To receive equal consideration for Sheridan programs beginning in Fall 2021, you'll need to apply by February 1, 2021. If a program isn't full, you may still apply after this date; however, you are encouraged to apply before February 1, particularly for programs that are in high demand.
First offers are sent
Feb 1, 2021
Sheridan may begin to make admission decisions by this date for programs beginning in September. For programs requiring additional assessment (portfolios, auditions, résumés, etc.), Sheridan begins to make admission decisions later in March.
Confirm your offer of admission
May 1, 2021
If you've received an offer of admission from Sheridan, you’ll need to confirm your acceptance by May 1. For offers issued after this date, you'll be directed to refer to the accept confirmation date noted at ontariocolleges.ca
Tuition deposit due
Jun 18, 2021
A tuition deposit is payable by this due date to hold your place in your chosen Sheridan program. If fees are not paid by this date, you risk losing your spot in the program.