YOUR CREATIVE CAREER STARTS HERE
PROGRAM TUITION
Explore tuition and payment options. Financial aid might be available for those who qualify.
You can fail at what you don’t want, so you might as well take a chance on doing what you love.
-Jim Carrey
NEXT STEPS
1
Complete Toronto Film School’s online application form.
2
Pay the application fee of $150.
3
Provide original academic transcripts (or notarized translations) showing completion of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
4
Provide a short essay (100–300 words) describing your interest in game design, art and animation, what inspires you creatively, and your career goals.
5
Submit either a digital art portfolio or a game design document. Students are welcome to submit both.
Art Portfolio:
- Minimum of three original works (e.g. sketches, drawings, 3D models, digital art, animations, or game assets). Include brief descriptions for each piece.
Game Design Document:
- 2–3 pages outlining a game concept, including premise, core mechanics, art direction, and target audience.
Each submission should reflect creativity and passion for game design.
6
International students only: Provide proof of English-language proficiency.
7
International students only: Provide a copy of your passport.
HELPFUL RESOURCES
Learn about:
- USMCA Bursary
- Indigenous Student Bursary
- Canadian Armed Forces Bursaries
- Toronto Film School International Bursary
- LDC International Bursary
- Financing Options & Programs
Get professional guidance with:
- Homestay program
- Shared apartments or rooms
- Short-term accommodations
Get professional guidance with:
- Resume and cover letter writing
- Interview coaching and techniques
- Developing your professional online brand
- Networking strategies
…and much more
Perks
As a student, enjoy:
- Discount riding on GO Transit and TTC subway
- Apple Store discounts
- Reduced admissions into city attractions
- Click HERE to learn more about Academic Support.
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