International Admissions
APPLYING FROM OUTSIDE CANADA
Emily Carr has a diverse student body that includes international and visiting exchange students from over 40 countries worldwide. The University regularly hosts visiting international faculty and renowned international artists. This community of cultural and artistic diversity gives all our students an opportunity to increase their awareness and understanding of an increasingly global society. Set against the backdrop of the spectacular city of Vancouver, Canada, Emily Carr is the perfect destination for students of Art and Design from around the globe. Vancouver is a city that celebrates its multi-cultural tapestry, and Emily Carr offers international students a chance to thrive in its rich artistic environment.
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If you are applying from a country outside Canada
The portfolio requirements are the same as for applicants from Canada - whether for Foundation Year or as a transfer student.
Academic requirements
For foundation year; you must meet academic entrance requirements that are equivalent to high school graduation in Canada. Read More
For transfer students; academic requirements are the same as for applicants in Canada. Read More
For certificate programs; you do not need to go through Admissions. Read More
If English is not your first language, the English Proficiency requirement will apply.
Official Transcripts and Translations
If you're not sure about your academic qualifications, contact us by email at agoodwinsmith@ecuad.ca
or at 604 844 3813 or toll free 1 800 832 7788.
STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM
Emily Carr has a very active student exchange program with 71 partner institutions in 14 countries. These partnerships give our students the opportunity to access other top art and design schools across North America and around the world. The presence of visiting exchange students also adds to the diversity of our international student body. Read more about our student exchange program.
IMMIGRATION REQUIREMENTS
An international student living and studying in Canada must possess a valid "Study Permit'. Application for a Study Permit and an entry Visa (where required) must be made at a Canadian Embassy or Consulate before your arrival. Please note, it is important to apply early for your study permit and visa.
For a list of Canadian Government Offices abroad, see the Department of Foreign Affairs & International Trade website at:
www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/world/embassies/menu-en.asp
For more information on Study Permits and to find out whether you require a visa to enter Canada, visit the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website at www.cic.gc.ca.
For US students only, you may apply for your study permit at a port of entry (i.e. at the Canadian border). You will need to provide proof of US citizenship, proof of financial support and your letter of acceptance from Emily Carr, in order to obtain your study permit.
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WORKING IN CANADA
A recent government initiative allows eligible international students attending participating public post-secondary institutions (including Emily Carr), to work off-campus while they complete their studies. The Off-Campus Work Permit Program enables international students to gain valuable work experience in a Canadian setting.
To be eligible for an off-campus work permit, you will have to have a valid study permit, be in satisfactory academic standing and have been a full-time student for at least six of the twelve months preceding your application for a work permit.
More information about the Off-Campus Work Permit Program for international students can be found online at: http://www.learnlivebc.ca or http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/work.asp
MORE RESOURCES
Emily Carr is a member of both the Canadian Bureau for International Education and the British Columbia Centre for International Education. Both organizations have excellent websites that are a useful source of information for students wishing to study in Canada and, in particular, British Columbia. Visit them at www.destineducation.ca and www.studyinbc.com.
For information on Vancouver and relocating to the city, explore www.bcpassport.com and http://relocatecanada.com/vancouver/index.html.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
For information on financial assistance for international students, visit Financial Aid & Awards.
HOUSING
A number of housing options are available for students. While Emily Carr does not offer campus housing, the Emily Carr Housing Website may help you find temporary or permanent accommodation.
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