How to Apply

Your application process will vary depending on the program you're applying to and your particular pathway into Sheridan. Before you apply, review the steps you need to take and the requirements you need to meet to ensure a smooth and successful application.

Step 1: Find your program

Sheridan offers more than 100 programs across five faculties. Find the program that's the best fit for you.

Not sure which program to take?

Try our online Idea Generator: In 5 easy steps, discover your career preferences and find a Sheridan program that could be a great fit.

You can also attend a Career Advising Workshop to help you narrow down your options, identify programs that fit your interests and goals, and explore career opportunities.

Step 2: Check the admission requirements

Admission requirements are displayed on each program page to help you find the requirements specific to your program of choice. In addition to the minimum College Eligibility requirements, you may also have to satisfy program-specific admission requirements. Learn more about admission requirements at Sheridan.

Admission requirements for mature students

Admission requirements for internationally trained individuals

Step 3: Apply online and pay the application fee

Canadian citizens and permanent residents:

Appy at ontariocolleges.ca. You'll need to pay an application fee to ontariocolleges.ca before Sheridan will receive your application. You can choose up to three Sheridan programs on your application.

If you have any questions, please call ontariocolleges.ca at 1-888-892-2228.

International applicants:

Apply today using our international application. Sheridan has its own in-house International Admissions team to process your application accurately and efficiently.

Sheridan students and recent graduates:

Apply through myStudentCentre: If you've recently been enrolled in a Sheridan program (Fall 2021 or later), you can apply directly to Sheridan through our internal application process on myStudentCentre. (In your dashboard, select "Registration Status" and then "Apply to a new program" to get started).

Step 4: Submit your documentation

• If you applied through ontariocolleges.ca you are required to submit your Secondary and Postsecondary (if applicable) transcripts to ontariocolleges.ca at the time of application.

• Domestic applicants with education outside of Canada must have their transcripts assessed for equivalency through ICAS or WES (others may be accepted). Please refer to our credential assessment information for details.

• All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Sheridan's English Proficiency Requirements.

• International applicants applying through our international application are required to submit/upload their official postsecondary transcripts, indicating courses completed to date, and credential at the time of application. You will also be able to upload documents after you submit your application.

• In case the transcripts/certificates are not in English, note that these documents must be accompanied by a notarized, official translation into English. Translated copies must also be accompanied by a copy of the original transcript.

• It is recommended to upload your English Proficiency if required. All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Sheridan's English Proficiency Requirements.

• Sheridan students and grads applying through myStudentCentre do not need to send their Sheridan transcripts. If we require your previous education, we will contact you.

Step 5: Accept your offer

Sheridan may begin sending out offers of admission for the fall semester as early as November 1 each year. Offers of admission to fall programs with additional admission requirements (e.g., portfolios, auditions, etc.) are issued starting later in March.

Offers of admission for other semester intakes are done on an ongoing basis.

You can check the status of your application by logging into the Sheridan Application Portal with your Sheridan username and password. (Under Admissions, select "Application Status.")

Once you've received your offer of admission, you're ready to confirm your offer.

Deadlines to secure your spot

To avoid losing your offer, make sure you:

1. Accept your offer of admission by the deadline specified in your offer letter or your offer may expire. Follow the instructions in your offer for how to accept.
2. Pay your fees by the Fee Deadline.

Contact information

Have a question? Our Contact Centre is only a phone call away: 905-845-9430, Option 4.

You can also email your questions to infosheridan@sheridancollege.ca. If you're an applicant or a current student, please use your Sheridan email account when contacting us, and include your Sheridan ID to help us confirm your identity.