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Important Dates & the Application Process

Applications for the 2027-28 program year are now open!

We have two deadlines this year:

Early Deadline: January 25, 2027 (applicants who apply by the early deadline are given priority consideration)
Regular Deadline: February 18, 2027

OVC will run from late August 2027 to the end of June 2028 (breaks included)

Please read below for instructions on how to apply.

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