How To Apply
Explore Programs
The Academy of Fashion Design offers a variety of programs available to both local and international students.
Most of our programs follow a First Qualified/First Admitted (FQFA) model, while a few may be competitive. Learn more about our admissions process, including important details about how we handle waitlists, to ensure you find the right path to start your creative journey with us.
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Review Requirements
Ensure you meet the admission requirements for the specific program to which you are applying at the Academy of Fashion Design. Each program has its own criteria. All relevant documents, including transcripts, must be submitted to our admissions office. Scanned copies are accepted for the initial assessment, but we may require original documents or that they be sent directly from the issuing institution. If applicable, prepare to provide proof of a legal name change.
If your transcripts are in a language other than English, you must provide translated documents. We recommend using certified translation services, such as the Association of Translators and Interpreters of Saskatchewan (ATIS), if translation is needed.
Admission offers are for a specific program at a specific location, but you can apply to multiple programs or campuses. Please note that if you accept an offer and later wish to change programs or campuses, additional fees may apply.
Meet English Language Requirements
The language of instruction at the Academy of Fashion Design is English. International students must provide proof of English Language Proficiency to be considered for admission.
We accept various standardized English proficiency tests, including the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). For more details on acceptable scores and other tests, visit our English Language Requirements page.
Additionally, the Academy of Fashion Design offers English language courses to help students improve their proficiency. Visit our Learn English page for more information.
Your Application
Applications open every October for the following academic year at the Academy of Fashion Design. To ensure your application is considered for programs starting in September, please complete and submit it by May 1. If you apply after May 1, keep in mind that the combined processing times (both from our admissions office and IRCC) may not allow sufficient time for you to begin your studies in the fall.
Complete and Submit Your Application Form
To complete your application, please use our application guide and follow the listed steps. International applicants must apply online and pay the non-refundable application fee of $150.
View International Student Application Guide
You may complete the application form all at once or return later to finish it. If you wish to pause, simply click “Finish Later.” Your information is securely transmitted through a protected server and kept confidential until you submit your application. Once submitted, our Enrolment Services team will review it.
Submit Documents
After applying to a program, submit your scanned color documents by email info.aofdesign@gmail.com.
Emailed transcripts, credentials, and identification documents must be official copies, meaning they should be scans or photos of the original official documents.
Ensure the scanned documents are in unprotected PDF format, in color, and fully readable.
All documents not issued in English must include notarized English translations.
A final admission decision cannot be made until all official documents, including translations, are reviewed and verified by the Academy of Fashion Design.
Your Application Decision
For most programs at the Academy of Fashion Design, it will take approximately 30 business days to assess your application after all required documents have been submitted. You will be notified via email, and you can track your application decision through our portal.
If accepted, you will be required to pay a non-refundable tuition deposit to secure your seat. In some cases, partial tuition may also be required upfront.
Two-Step Application Process for International Students
International students applying to the Academy of Fashion Design will undergo a two-step process:
- Step One – Offer Letter
If you meet the eligibility criteria and seats are available in your program, you will receive an offer letter. This letter will detail the program specifics and require a non-refundable $10,000 tuition deposit within 30 days. Your seat will only be secured after the tuition deposit is paid. Failure to pay by the deadline will result in the cancellation of your offer. - Step Two – Acceptance Letter and Provincial Attestation Letter
Upon receipt of your tuition deposit, you will receive an official letter of acceptance and a provincial attestation letter. These documents will confirm your seat in the program and can be used when applying for a study permit through Immigration, Refugees & Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
For more details, visit our frequently asked questions about tuition deposits.
Next Steps
Apply to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
As an international student, you are considered a visitor to Canada and must legally be permitted to study in the country under the Canada Immigration Act. For more information on studying in Canada, study permits, or visas, please visit the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website.
Provincial Attestation Letter Requirement:
Starting in Fall 2024, international students at the Academy of Fashion Design will require an attestation letter issued by the provincial government of Saskatchewan when applying for a study permit through IRCC. For details, please refer to the official IRCC announcement.
Students who have been accepted into a program and have paid their non-refundable tuition deposit will be able to access and download their attestation letter through the MyCreds platform. There is no fee to download the letter from MyCreds. Learn more about creating a MyCreds account.
How to Pay
You will be required to pay a non-refundable tuition deposit to secure your seat. The remaining tuition and fees are due when you begin your studies at the Academy of Fashion Design.
Payment Options:
Visit our Tuition Deposit and Payment page to learn more and make a payment.
Withdrawals:
If you choose to withdraw from a program, you must submit a withdrawal request. The Academy of Fashion Design will refund any tuition amounts (minus the non-refundable deposit) within four to six weeks.
Inquiries
If you have submitted your application and documents before the application processing deadline, you may inquire about the status of your application.
Please email and include:info.aofdesign@gmail.com
- Your full name
- Academy of Fashion Design ID number
- The program you applied to
- Your selected start date
- The date you submitted your documents
Emails must be sent from your approved email address (either your Academy of Fashion Design email or your declared personal email).
