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3-Week No-Cost Trial: Special Offer for 2026

For intakes starting March 9th and September 8th 2026, we offer the option of enrolling in the first three weeks of the program at no cost.

Experience any full-time program at VanArts and see if it’s the right fit for you — In-Person on Campus* or Fully Online!**

Here’s how it works: (click on each ➜ for more details)

Apply and enroll as usual
You must still meet all requirements for admission, and have a financial plan for paying tuition. Your seat would be reserved, and you begin your program on the first day of class.
Experience VanArts for three weeks
Take classes, interact with faculty & students, and see what makes VanArts a world-class institute (Legacy of 30 Years).
Decide with a clear vision
If you find VanArts is not the right fit, simply withdraw in writing before the three-week mark. You will owe no tuition.
Continue and Make Art Your Life
If you continue past the three-week mark, your progress will carry forward. Regular tuition would then be due.

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*to take programs in-person, you must be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada, and must be living in Vancouver at the time of starting the program. 

** Online studies can be taken by anyone, Canadian or International, except for Professional Photography and Acting for Film & Television (these programs are in-person only)

Becoming a VanArts student is as easy as following these simple steps:

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Apply online through our website, providing:

  • Your program choice and start date
  • Your personal contact information
  • Emergency contact name and telephone number
  • $100 CAD application processing fee

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All students must meet the requirements for their selected program by submitting admissions materials. For a detailed list of these materials, visit https://www.vanarts.com/admissions/admission-requirements/

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Your completed application will be reviewed by our Admissions Advisors and the Department Head for your program of choice, and you will receive a decision within 7 working days.

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Once you’ve received an official Letter of Acceptance, our team will be there to support you in preparing for your first day of class.

Please note: If you are an International Student from the USA or another country outside Canada, you will also need a study permit. See our International Students page for details.