CAO Timeline 2022: Closing Date for CAO Late Applications

If you haven't yet completed or applied for undergraduate courses in Irish Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) for September/October 2022 entry, please note that the closing date for CAO late applications is 1st May, 2022 at 17:00.

The closing date for normal applications was 1st February, 2022.

CAO Timeline 2022: Closing Date for CAO Late Applications

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Before Applying:

1. If you previously started your 2022 CAO application and have received a 2022 application number, proceed instead to the “My Application” facility where you may view/edit your application.
2. Read the 2022 CAO Handbook
3. Read the Course Changes to view important changes to courses.

In any one year, you may NOT present more than one application. If you think you may have already submitted an online application or you have already received a 2022 CAO application number, please proceed instead to the “My Application” facility. There will be no refunds given to applicants who make more than one application.

Applicants can also change their mind about course choices between May 5 and July 1.

The Central Applications Office processes applications for undergraduate courses in Irish Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). Decisions on admissions to undergraduate courses are made by the HEIs who instruct CAO to make offers to successful candidates.

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