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QS Rank
100
Languages
English
Acceptance rate
63
Dorm on Campus
Available
Mode of Degree
offline
About the University
Ontario College of Art & Design University, commonly known as OCAD University or OCAD, is a public art university located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. OCAD University, established in 1876, is renowned for its courses in art and design and is ranked among the top 16% of universities in the world by Edurank, 2021.
OCAD University has an acceptance rate of around 63% according to some unofficial sources. Approximately 23% of the 255 postgraduate students are international, while they make up about 9% of the total undergraduate student population. The institution has a full-time academic staff of over 250 instructors and an administrative staff of more than 485 members.
OCAD University is one of the top universities in Toronto, Canada. It is ranked #51-100 in QS WUR Ranking By Subject 2023.
It also conducts research in digital media industries, expression, experience, and immersion under the Digital Media Research and Innovation Institute, which has 19 labs and centers. The university is a vibrant community of 4601 students, including 20% of learners from more than 50 countries other than Canada.
Requirements for Study
- Completion of secondary education or equivalent
- Minimum GPA requirement: Typically 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Some programs may require additional assessments like portfolio reviews or interviews
- English language proficiency requirement: Minimum IELTS score of 6.5 or TOEFL score of 88
Postgraduate Programs:
- Completion of a relevant undergraduate degree
- Minimum GPA requirement: Typically 3.3 on a 4.0 scale
- Some programs may require relevant work experience or additional materials like a portfolio or research proposal
- English language proficiency requirement: Minimum IELTS score of 7.0 or TOEFL score of 100
