CAO Timetable For Events 2024

CAO Timetable For Events 2024 . The CAO online application system for 2024 is now open, and prospective applicants are reminded to complete their registration with CAO by 5 pm on 1st February. Registering in advance is crucial to secure your CAO application number before the closing date. Here’s an overview of the CAO 2024 Timetable of Events:

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November 2024

• CAO online application facility opens on 4 November at 12:00 noon.
• Change of Course Choices (free) facility opens on 4 November at 12:00 noon.

January 2024

• Discounted application fee (€30 fee) available up to 20 January at 5 pm.

February:

• Normal closing date for applications (€45 fee) is 1 February at 5 pm.
• Online Change of Course Choices (free) facility closes on 1 February at 5 pm.
• Online facility to amend course choices becomes available (€10 fee) on 3 February at noon.

March:

• Closing date for amending course choices is 1 March at 5 pm.
• Most tests and interviews for restricted courses are held in March and April.
• Closing date for final completion of online DARE/HEAR forms is 1 March at 5 pm.
• Closing date for completion of Mature Applicant section of CAO form is 1 March at 5 pm.
• Late application facility opens on 6 March at 12:00 noon.
• DARE/HEAR supporting documentation should arrive at CAO before 15 March at 5 pm.

April:

• Most tests and interviews for restricted courses are held in March and April.

May:

• Closing date for late applications is 1 May at 5 pm.
• Online Change of Mind (free) facility becomes available on 5 May at 12:00 noon (expected date).
• Check and Confirm reminder sent to all applicants before the end of May. Inform CAO if you do not receive it.

June:

• Leaving Certificate examinations.

July:

• Change of Mind Closes on 1 July at 5 pm.
• Round A offers for certain categories of applicants (e.g., mature, deferral, etc.) are issued in early July.
• Exceptional closing date for late applications for those already attending a participating HEI is 22 July at 5 pm.

August:

• Round Zero offers for certain categories of applicants issued in early August.
• Current year Leaving Certificate results issued (date to be confirmed).
• Round One offers (date to be confirmed).
• HEIs begin registration.

September:

• HEIs begin registration.
• Results of Leaving Certificate appeals released (date to be confirmed).
• Offer season ends (date to be confirmed).

Conclusion

Timely registration and adherence to the CAO 2024 Timetable are paramount for prospective higher education applicants. Exploring diverse pathways is advised, recognizing that alternative routes and institutions offer valuable options for a fulfilling educational journey.