When there is a pre-determined number of seats available in the program, and applications are accepted, and admission determined on a "first applied, first admitted" basis, using the date by which applicants have met all of the application requirements.
Limited admission programs frequently include an admission interview, questionnaires, pretesting, orientations, letters of reference, and other relevant information as part of the admissions process.
Details are sent to applicants in an Admission Requirements Package, usually after they complete the initial application form.
Once a student is determined to be qualified, they will be offered admission, and have 21 days to accept the offer, by payment of the Commitment Fee. Most one-year Certificate programs, some two-year Diploma and some Degree programs are limited admission. Once all seats are filled, qualified applicants will be put on a wait-list.