What to expect after you apply

Once your application, portfolio, and supporting documents (such as transcripts and/or proof of English language proficiency, if required) have been reviewed, you will receive an email notification letting you know a decision has been made. You will be directed to log into the AUArtsApply Portal to view your official decision letter.

Your letter will outline whether you have been:

• Offered Admission (Conditional or Full)
• Admitted (Conditional or Full)
• Declined
• Waitlisted

Below is a breakdown of what each decision means and what steps to take next.

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Congratulations! Your application, academic background, portfolio, and English proficiency (if applicable) have met or exceeded our requirements, and we’re pleased to offer you a seat at AUArts!

To accept your offer:

1. Log in to the AUArtsApply Portal.
2. Complete the “Reply to Offer” form.
3. Pay the non-refundable confirmation deposit (which will be applied toward your first-year tuition).

Types of Offers:

• Full Offer: We’ve received all your official and final documents. All you need to do now is pay the deposit and complete the Reply to Offer form.
• Conditional Offer: We still require your final and official documents (e.g., transcripts, English language test results). Your admission will remain conditional until these are submitted.

Key Deadlines:

• Confirmation deposit: Due May 1
• Final and official documents: Due August 1

Important: If you don’t meet these deadlines, your offer will be withdrawn, and you will need to reapply for a future intake.

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Once you have accepted your offer and submitted the confirmation deposit, your application status will change to Admitted.

Fully Admitted: No further documents are needed. You’re all set!

Conditionally Admitted: You are nearly there! Just submit your remaining final and official documents by the deadline to finalize your admission.

Final documents deadline: August 1

Reminder: If we don’t receive your documents by the deadline, your admission will be withdrawn.

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If your application was not successful, don’t be discouraged – many successful students re-apply after taking steps to strengthen their application.

Here’s how to prepare for a future application:

• If your portfolio score was the main issue, consider booking a virtual portfolio review to receive personalized feedback.
• Take a Continuing Education course, such as Portfolio Preparation or Drawing Fundamentals, to improve your skills and become more familiar with AUArts.
• Most importantly, practice daily observational drawing. Carry a sketchbook and draw from life regularly; artistic growth takes time and dedication.

We’re here to support your development and encourage you to reapply when you are ready!

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You’ve met the admission requirements, but unfortunately, all available seats are currently full.

This means you are on a waitlist for your program, but if a seat opens up, you will be contacted by our Admissions team and sent an official Offer of Admission. There’s no need to follow up; we will reach out if a spot becomes available.

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We are here to support you every step of the way. Reach out to our Admissions team by email at admissions@auarts.ca or book a 1-on-1 virtual appointment.

Let’s get you started on your creative journey at AUArts!