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Important Dates & the Application Process

Applications for the 2026-27 program year are now open! Our program dates run August 25, 2026 – June 30, 2027.

The early application deadline is January 26, 2026, and the regular application deadline is February 19, 2026.

Ready to apply? See the process below. And begin your application today!

Complete a Written Application

Complete a Zoom Interview

Accepted Candidates Will Be Assigned a City

Get Matched with a Service Placement

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION BELOW

The OVC application consists of 1) General Information, 2) Resume, 3) Essays, and 4) Two References – a priest and a secondary reference. Please use the form below to submit your application.

Not ready to apply? Join an Info Session!

Want to learn more and ask your questions to OVC Staff & Alumni? We are offering four virtual information sessions for potential candidates to learn more about OVC and how to apply. Click the link below to register.

Register Here