Application deadlines
Admission deadlines are annual fixed dates and we reserve the right to make changes as necessary.
September entry
Degree programs
All degree programs are available for September entry.
- Teacher Education: Elementary Curriculum PDPP: January 2
- Teacher Education: Indigenous Education PDPP: February 28
- Teacher Education: Secondary Curriculum PDPP: January 2
- All other degree programs: January 31
Supplemental applications
The following programs also require you to submit supplemental information by the application deadlines stated above.
- Business
- Education
- Teacher Education: Elementary Curriculum (transfer students only; not required for current high school students and graduates)
- Teacher Education: Elementary Curriculum PDPP
- Teacher Education: Indigenous Education PDPP
- Teacher Education: Secondary Curriculum PDPP
- Fine Arts
- Human and Social Development
Diploma and certificate programs
- Public Administration programs: May 31
- Continuing Studies programs: refer to the Continuing Studies website
January entry
Degree programs
- Art History and Visual Studies: September 30
- Computer Science: September 30
- Computer Science and Health Information Science: September 30
- Health Information Science: September 30
- Music (Bachelor of Arts): September 30
- All programs offered by Humanities, Science and Social Sciences: September 30
Diploma and certificate programs
- Public Administration programs: September 30
- Continuing Studies programs: refer to the Continuing Studies website
Summer entry
Degree programs
- Art History and Visual Studies: March 31
- Computer Science: March 31
- Engineering programs: December 31 (high school graduates only)
- Music (Bachelor of Arts): March 31
- All programs offered by Humanities, Science and Social Sciences: March 31
Diploma and certificate programs
- Public Administration programs: February 15
- Continuing Studies programs: refer to the Continuing Studies website
Late applications
Some programs may allow applications after published deadlines due to factors such as high demand and increased capacity
- If a program is accepting late applications, you'll be able to select it when you complete your application to UVic in EducationPlannerBC. An additional $41 fee will be charged.
- If a program is no longer accepting applications, you won't be able to select it in EducationPlannerBC (or complete an in-progress application).
Late applications can close at any time without warning, so you should apply as soon as possible.