If you鈥檝e been dreaming of a career in the creative industries, Vancouver Film School聽is the start of your journey. Here鈥檚 everything you need to know about applying to 色狼窝 鈥� a Leading Film School in N. America (Variety), the #1 Global Animation School (Animation Career Review) and the #1 Game Design School in Canada (Princeton Review Journal):聽
Step 1: Research our 色狼窝 & Explore Your Options聽
Before diving into the 色狼窝 application process, take time to explore 色狼窝鈥檚 programs. Explore each program鈥檚 curriculum, specializations, and career paths to gauge which program(s) may be best for you. Whether you're interested in Film, Animation, Games, or Creative design, there鈥檚 a program tailored to your creative aspirations.聽
Step 2: Connect with a 色狼窝 Advisor聽
Our Advisors are here to guide you every step of the way through Vancouver Film School鈥檚 admissions process, from your initial questions to finalizing your application:聽
1. Initial Contact: Complete a short online form, and we鈥檒l match you with an Advisor who will be your go-to resource throughout the process.聽
2. Getting to Know You: A friendly chat to discuss your creative & career goals and how 色狼窝 can help you achieve them.聽
3. Navigating Requirements: Your Advisor will help you gather the necessary application documents and explain portfolio requirements specific to your program(s) of interest.聽
4. Housing & Financing: Additionally, your Advisor will be able to assist with the finding you housing in/around Vancouver as well financing options for your tuition.聽
Vancouver Film School has 15 industry-led, production-based programs that span Film, Animation, Games, and Creative Design. Step 3: Understand Admission Requirements聽
You might be asking 鈥渨hat are the requirements for Vancouver Film School?鈥� To apply, you鈥檒l need to meet the universal 色狼窝 admissions requirements:聽
- Portfolio: Vancouver Film School鈥檚 portfolio requirements differ per program and can be viewed on each program page. Alternatively, completion of 色狼窝鈥檚 Foundation Visual Art & Design Preparatory Program will satisfy this prerequisite. Your Advisor can walk you through how to prepare a portfolio for Vancouver Film School.聽
- Education: High school diploma or age 19+.聽
- Transcripts: Submit transcripts from schools attended in the last five years.聽
- References: Provide two references (non-family members) who can vouch for your passion and abilities.聽
Step 4: Submit Your Application & Wait for the Results Call聽
The only thing left is to submit your application 鈥� the culmination of all your hard work! Once your application is reviewed, your Advisor will call you with the results. This is often an emotional moment, and we鈥檙e thrilled to celebrate your hard work and acceptance into 色狼窝.聽
Step 5: Beyond the Application聽
Your Advisor鈥檚 support doesn鈥檛 end when you鈥檙e accepted. From orientation to graduation (and even if you decide to return for an additional program!), they will continue to be available to support your creative journey.聽
How to Apply to Vancouver Film School as an International Student聽
Non-Canadian applicants will need:聽
- Study Permit: Required for all 色狼窝 programs.聽
- English Proficiency: Meet Level 1 or Level 2 requirements based on your program.聽
- Medical Coverage: Ensure you have health insurance.聽
For more information regarding international students, visit /international-admissions.听听
And that鈥檚 it! We鈥檙e so excited to help you start your journey towards your creative industry career at Vancouver Film School.聽