Application deadlines
Admission deadlines are annual fixed dates and we reserve the right to make changes as necessary.
September entry
Degree programs
- Most degree programs: January 31
- Teacher Education
- Elementary Curriculum: January 31
- Elementary Curriculum Post-degree Professional Program: January 2
- Indigenous Education Post-degree Professional Program: Ongoing
- Secondary Curriculum Post-degree Professional Program: January 2
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 continue accepting applications after the published deadlines due to factors such as high demand and increased capacity.
- If a program is still accepting applications, you'll be able to select it when you complete your application to UVic in EducationPlannerBC.
- If a program is no longer accepting applications, you won't be able to select it in EducationPlannerBC (or complete an in-progress application).
Even if you miss an application deadline, you should check if the program is available in EducationPlannerBC. You may still be able to apply!
Applications can close at any time without warning, so apply as soon as possible.