Central Applications Office

Company profile

Central Applications Office company profile

Central Applications Office (CAO) is a non-profit organization responsible for processing applications to undergraduate courses in higher education institutions. The office manages applications for various student categories, including mature students, further education applicants, and advanced entry into second or third-year programs. CAO provides a course search tool that allows prospective students to explore available programs across multiple disciplines. The organization also supports alternative entry pathways such as the Disability Access Route to Education (DARE) and the Higher Education Access Route (HEAR) to assist students from diverse backgrounds.