Apply to this program online at ontariocolleges.ca. If you are a high school student, we encourage you to work with your guidance office to complete your college application. The program code is 6420, the College code is CENT, and the campus code is C.  You can also pick up an application form at any Ontario College campus Enrolment Services or Registrar’s office. Applications must be accompanied with the $95 non-refundable application fee (payable by credit card, certified cheque or money order). Direct payment or online banking is available.

Application guidelines: 

• All applications must be submitted directly to ontariocolleges.ca.
• Applications will be equally considered if received on or before February 1st. Any application after the date will be considered on a first-come, first-serve basis.
• For January admissions, offers of admission will be issued beginning in June.
• For May admissions, offers of admission will be issued beginning in January.
• Centennial College accepts applications for admission up to the 5th day of class for a semester as long as there are seats available in the program for the semester.
• Ontariocolleges.ca will be accepting applications for all semesters of the next academic year in late October to early November of the previous year.

Note: If you are a student applying through the "Second Career Strategy" with only one program, please apply through the Employment Training Centre for Second Career. Second Career Strategy is a funding initiative for those who have been laid-off and are in need of training.

When your application is processed by Ontariocolleges.ca, Centennial will mail you an acknowledgement letter, program information and an invitation to book and attend a Program Admission Session on campus.

Complete details on how to book your session will be provided in the letter.

All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English language proficiency for admission to the program. You can do this in one of three ways:

• Submit Ontario Secondary School transcripts showing compulsory English 12C with a final grade of 80% or higher, or compulsory English 12U with a final grade of 65% or higher.
• Submit transcripts from a high school outside Ontario or a post secondary institution showing a final grade equivalent to the above.
• Successfully complete an English Skills Assessment for admission. You can book the Skills Assessment by one of three ways: Book online, or call 416-289-5300
  (press 3 for the Assessment Centre) and one of our representatives will be happy to assist you, Monday to Friday between 9:00am and 4:30pm or visit us in person at Progress Campus (Room D2-05) located at 941 Progress Ave., in Toronto.

Before receiving an offer to this program, there are additional admission requirements that you will need to complete at a Program Admission Session. You should attend your Program Admission Session as early as possible in the application process. 

During your session, you’ll meet with a Graphic Design faculty member and find out more about the program.  You must also submit a portfolio of your work for review.

Portfolio Requirements

The assessment of your portfolio is an important part of admission to the Graphic Design—Media program. The portfolio needs to demonstrate your skills and abilities to succeed in studies of the program. Your portfolio will be key in demonstrating your ability to understand problem solving and creative processes in a variety of media.

Content

• Select up to 15 pieces of your original work in art and design.
• Sketchbook (considered 1 piece) should demonstrate your problem solving and creative process.
• Life drawing, design concept drawings
• Original artwork that demonstrates knowledge of design fundamentals and colour in traditional media.
• Original artwork that demonstrates fundamental knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite applications: Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Short research paper about your design philosophy and field of interest.
• Present originals and digital prints in portfolio case with your name. Digital presentations will not be considered.

Evaluation Criteria

Applicants should be well grounded in:

• Intermediate drawing skills from observation.
• Fundamental principles of design including composition and colour.
• Process, concept and form development.
• Creative thinking: Fundamental use of Digital Illustration and Digital Imaging Applications
• Please label your portfolio package as Graphic Design - Media and include your name, address, phone number, and email address. After your portfolio has been assessed we will call you to let you know where to pick up your work.

Within about two weeks of attending your Program Admission Session, you’ll receive a decision letter from the college. When you are offered a seat in the program, you will be able to confirm your offer on your OntarioColleges.ca account.

Prior to your start date, you’ll receive further correspondence including a fees statement.

Please respond to your offer by the date requested to ensure your successful placement in the program.