Admission

VCAD's admissions process is streamlined and supportive, designed to set you up for success in your creative pursuits. Simply have your high school diploma or equivalent ready. Our Admissions Representatives will help you understand the requirements, assist with your application, and answer any questions about life at VCAD, ensuring a smooth start to your creative journey.

General Admissions Guidelines in BC:

• High school graduation or equivalent (from an English language teaching institution) OR 
• Mature student status (19 years of age upon starting classes and passing the college's admission test).

Each VCAD program has its admission requirements. Connect with your personal Admissions Representative to learn more.

 

For more information about the admissions process, please contact a VCAD Admissions Advisor by filling out the Request Information form above.

 

To learn more about tuition, click here. For international student tuition, click here.

 

VCAD's Refund Policy abides by the Private Training Regulation of the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) Private Training Act. For more information, click here.

General Admissions Guidelines in Alberta:

• Alberta high school diploma or equivalent verifiable transcript
• Mature student status requires that the student is out of school for at least one year, be 18 years of age or older before admission, and has obtained 33 credits towards an Alberta high school diploma or equivalent verified by transcript OR received an overall score of 502 on the College Aptitude Test
• Out-of-province applicants must meet the above admission requirements and be at least 19 years of age before admission

 

Find Your Perfect Learning Style at VCAD!

At VCAD Online, we know that one size doesn’t fit all when it comes to learning. That’s why our online campus gives you the best of both worlds—real-time engagement and on-demand flexibility—so you can shape your education around your life.

Love live interactions and real-time feedback? Our Synchronous learning model brings the classroom to you—connect with instructors and classmates and get instant feedback to refine your creative skills!

Prefer a flexible schedule that fits your busy life? Our Asynchronous learning model gives you 24/7 access to course materials, making it easy to balance learning with work and other commitments.

Your Learning, Your Way

The Balanced Model – Engage in regular live sessions for interactive learning and real-time feedback.

The Autonomous Model – Take control of your learning with an independent, self-paced experience, plus access to occasional live support.

Your future starts now! Choose the model that fits you, and enroll at VCAD Online today!