If you’re an aspiring actor or actress and are interested in studying at a performing arts school in Canada, you may be wondering whether or not international students can enter the country for this purpose. The answer to this question is that it depends on a variety of factors, including both your country of origin and the specific school that you want to attend. While some schools may accept international students, others may not due to strict visa regulations or other reasons. In this article, we’re going to take a look at some of your options as an international student who wants to learn acting in Canada.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AT TORONTO ACADEMY OF ACTING FOR FILM AND TELEVISION
One of the acting schools in eastern Canada that accepts international students for their certificate program is the Toronto Academy of Acting for Film and Television. There are some pre-requisites that students must provide or complete before applying to the school. Some of these include:
-Proof of graduation from a secondary school or a post secondary institution (including a diploma).
-If there is no proof of graduation, the potential student must a qualifying exam that can be completed online.
-A letter explaining why the students wishes to complete the certificate program.
-There is the possibility of needing to complete an English language requirement.
-Transcripts might need to be translated, and this is something that the student must take care of.
There are a few extra things that an international student must do to apply for acting school in Canada, but many schools will offer advice and clear instruction on how to do this. Online information sessions might be something to consider, or scheduling an online appointment with an academic advisor. The Toronto Academy of Acting for Film and Television is just one of many acting school options available in eastern Canada, and with a little bit of research, you’re sure to find others that accept International students.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AT VADA STUDIOS
Now let’s take a look at acting school options in western Canada. There are a lot of amazing acting schools to choose from, primarily in Vancouver, which is a definite hot spot for filming both television shows and movies.
VADA Studios is an example of an acting school that specifically addresses accepting international students on their website. In fact, aspiring actors from many places in the world arrive at VADA, drawn by the opportunity to experience quality training in a diverse community. VADA says their staff members are available by email to answer questions or address concerns that International students might have before applying.
VADA is considered a DLI — or a Designated Learning Institution — which means that International students who attend are able to apply for study visas. These study visas allow students to part time (this must be done off campus) during instructional periods and full time during designated school breaks.
Entering Canada for acting school might take a little more work, but it can definitely be done, depending on the school. Start by finding a few schools you’re interested in and contacting them for more information about their programs for International students. Good luck in your search!
