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Start your college experience now! You can complete your whole admissions process, inquiry to acceptance from anywhere in the world. With 7 easy steps you will be ready to kick-start your fashion career at The Cut Design Academy.

 
 

Easy Steps

  • Step 1: Inquire
  • Step 2: Informational Meeting via Zoom
  • Step 3: Apply by clicking Apply Online for full-time programs
  • Step 4: Enroll directly on website for part-time programs
  • Step 5: Admissions interview via Zoom (full-time programs)
  • Step 6: Acceptance!
  • Step 7: Start School
 
 

What are you looking for?

Program Requirements
Scholarships
Tuition + Fees
Studying in Vancouver
The Cut Academic Calendar
The Cut Showcase
The Virtual Tour

Program Requirements

We’re excited to help you take your first step into your future career in fashion. We understand that the application process can be daunting so we’re here to help you every step of the way. Let’s start with our five basic requirements for both domestic and international student

 

International student? Read your requirements here

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  • High School Diploma (or equivalent), or mature student status (19+ on first day of study)
  • Admissions Interview: In person or via Skype with Head of Admissions or Dean, Liza Deyrmenjian
  • Application Essay: In over 250 words, tell us why you’ve applied to The Cut Fashion Design Academy and your chosen program, what makes you passionate about the fashion industry, and outline your future career goals
  • Portfolio Submission: Digitally submit 4 art pieces of your sole creation, which can include sewn garments, multimedia and fine art.
 
  • Language Proficiency Requirements: You’ll need to be able to read, write and communicate in English with the following:
  • IELTS (Academic format) 5.5 band, TOEFL 75 (IBT), TOEFL 197 (CBT), TOEFL (Paper), TOIC (Academic test) 650, Cambridge (FCE)
  • You can also meet the English language pathways between The Cut Fashion Design Academy and partner institutions.
  • Studying for at least two years at secondary or post-secondary level in an English-speaking country with all courses taught in English (Transcript and/or supporting letter will be required)
  • In special circumstances to be assessed and approved by the Director of Operations & Admissions applicants can meet the language requirements by completing one of the two language tests below:
  • Canadian Language Benchmark Placement Test (CLBPT) with a minimum level 6, and the Duolingo Language Test are accepted in some circumstances at a minimum score of 85-90.
  • International students that are unable to get the proof of attending programs/courses at secondary post-secondary level for at least 2 years that were taught in English.
  • International students that have completed language proficiency programs/examinations but fall outside of the 2-year life span.
  • International students that are currently residing in an English-Speaking country. Normally awaiting documentation relating to permanent residency or citizenship.
  • International students whose applications are submitted outside of the timespan that allows them to complete an in class or distance language proficiency program in time for their desired program start date.

    • Scholarships

    You love fashion. You work tirelessly to dream up new ideas. You push past good to get to great. You’re a one of a kind talent with a bold approach to problem solving. Or perhaps you have the drive and will to succeed in this competitive industry but need a financial boost? The Cut has introduced a scholarship program that rewards creative flair, hard work and gives you the kick start you need.

     
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    How it Works

    Our scholarships are awarded on a merit and/or financial basis. They’re for those students enrolled on our diploma program and those committing to three or more certificates. Contact us, or contact our admissions team to request more information.


    *Scholarship Awards can not be combined with any other promotional offer. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of students paying the full program costs.

    You’re Eligible

    • If you’re 17 years or older at the time of application and fulfill all admission requirements for your particular program
    • If you’ve been accepted to study at The Cut Fashion Design Academy
    • If you’re applying to our full time program
     

    Apply: Two-Step Process
    1. Apply to enroll at The Cut Design Academy, ensuring you fulfill our admission requirements.
    2. Fill in our scholarship application form and submit along with:
      1. A 500 word (minimum) essay that explains your knowledge of the program you’re interested in; tells us about your desire to work in this exciting industry; and why you might need help funding your studies.
      2. Your 8-12 piece portfolio should include items that are your sole creation, which can include sewn garments, multimedia and fine art.

    What Are We Looking For?

    Your portfolio will be reviewed by the Dean, Liza Deyrmenjian, who’ll look for signs of an unusual level of determination and commitment to your craft, integrity to design, and point of view through sketches, art work and essay.


    “I’m always looking for out of the box thinking. For a student who’s willing to broaden the way they look at things when it comes to learning and solving problems.”


    Liza Deyrmenjian, Dean, The Cut Fashion Design Academy

    Tuition + Fees

    Domestic Tuition

    Diploma programs have different pricing depending on the duration of your diploma. All of full time certificates have one price. Please see tabs to the right for more information.

     
     
    Domestic Diploma (one/two years)
    • Apliccation Fee: $250
    • Assessment Fee: $100
    • Tuition: $36,150

      • Does not include books and materials. Check program outline for details.

    Domestic - Diploma (three years)
    • Apliccation Fee: $250
    • Assessment Fee: $100
    • Tuition: $37,350

      • Does not include books and materials. Check program outline for details.

    Full-time Certificate Programs
    • Apliccation Fee: $250
    • Assessment Fee: $100
    • Tuition per course: $6,995

      • The Cut Fashion Design Academy has introduced a partial scholarship program that awards up to CAD$20k per year to diploma students and those taking three or more certificates on a merit and/or financial basis.

    Studying in Vancouver

    Beautiful British Columbia

    Enjoy the beauty and wonder of Vancouver British Columbia. The Cut is located three blocks from Kitsilano Beach and three blocks away from fourth Ave where shops, retaurants and cafes await! We are located less than forty five minutes from Grouse Mountain and a two and a half hour drive will take you to magestic Whistler Mountain.

     

    The Cut Academic Calendar

    The Calendar includes course and program details and other information and student services. It is The Cut Academy’s official source of curricular information, important academic dates, and registration and course requirements. The Calendar contains some of the policies and regulations all students of The Cut Academy are required to observe.

    The contents of the Calendar are subject to continuing review and revision. The courses listed in the Course and Program sections are not necessarily offered each year. The Cut Academy reserves the right to remove, change or amend, at any time and without notice, the information contained in the Academic Calendar, including its programs, course offerings, fee structure, policies, and regulations.

     

    The Cut Showcase

     

    The Virtual Tour

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