When to Apply

Availability Status

Application Periods

Application Periods

Applications are only accepted if submitted during the application periods.

Term	Month	Open Dates	Close Dates
Winter 2026	January	February 1, 2025	Vary by program and seat availability. Check the application availability page.
	February
	March
	April
Spring/Summer 2026	May	June 1, 2025
	June
	July
	August
Fall 2026	September	September 1, 2025
	October
	November
	December

Applications May Be Closed Soon

Many high-demand programs fill quickly, and may close shortly after the application period is open.
Competitive selection programs may also close sooner than the other programs.
Check if applications are accepted for your program of choice on the Application Availability Status page before applying.
Consider the Study Permit Processing Times and the Deadline to Submit Proof of Study Permit to VCC before applying.

Apply to a Term

Program start dates within the same term can vary, depending on availability. Applicants cannot request specific start dates within the term.
For example, students applying for the Winter term of the Culinary Arts Diploma may be offered a March start date.

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