HOW TO APPLY
At CAM Institute of Design, we want to provide our aspiring students with the best way to complete a solid application form. To do that, we have assembled an outstanding administrative team who are always there to help you during the application process.
We want to create an easy application process that leaves you confident about joining the CAM Institute of Design. We are so excited to be part of your journey, but to do that, we need to know a bit more about you.
THE PROCESS
Step 1: Select Your Program
After you have committed to joining the CAM Institute of Design, you need to decide what program to take. Go through each of our program sections to see what you are passionate about and what you want to expand your knowledge on. You should also decide on the career path you want to take if it is an Industrial Designer (e.g., product designer, transportation designer, interior designer) or a Communication Designer (e.g., animator, compositor, Special Effects/VFX Artist), so that you can decide which program suits you best.
Step 2: Create Your Portfolio & Personal Letter
Once you have decided which program you want to apply for, you have to prepare your application to attend the CAM Institute of Design. Review the program's specifications and eligibility conditions that you need to fulfill carefully. This decision can feel very daunting, so make sure to contact our Admissions Office so that this process can go smoothly.
Step 3: Complete Your Enrolment Form
Once you have organized all of your paperwork and filled out the enrolment form, it is time to submit your application for us for review. You may find yourself anxious about your submission and worry over our response, but please do not stress yourself out! You can always contact our Admissions Advisor to get feedback on how your application is doing.
Step 4: Student Interview
If your application meets the CAM Institute of Design criteria, we will contact you for a brief interview. Our ideal candidates have the same passion and drive to succeed in the future of design as our instructors. The main point of this interview is to get to know you better to see how well you would fit in at CAM. After the interview, you will complete a short entrance exam to test your skill set or familiarity with your selected program.
Step 5: Acceptance Letter
You have done it! You will receive a letter of acceptance in your inbox inviting you to join us here at the CAM Institute of Design. We are so excited to have you here at CAM, and we cannot wait to be part of your creative journey.
WHAT YOU NEED
To be admitted into the CAM Institute of Design, you will need to fulfill the general criteria for attending our institute. Specific programs may have additional requirements, so make sure to read the program description carefully. We strongly recommended that you contact our Admissions Advisor to guide you through the application process and ensure that you meet the requirements for attendance at our school.
Proof of Age and Graduation
You must have evidence of receiving a high school diploma from any secondary or post-secondary institution, including a transcript, and have your government ID number or your SIN number.
Financial Plan
To guarantee that you have arranged reasonable tuition and living expenses for your studies' duration, you will need to provide a financial plan. If you need help with this, please contact our Admissions Advisor to direct you through this process.
Portfolio Items
Your portfolio should highlight your abilities in the particular program you are looking to apply for. To do this you have to include 8-10 pieces of your best work; this can consist of drawings, photography, graphic or comic design, painting, sculpture, website design, videos, and/or digital imagery.
Personal Statement & Letter of Recommendation
A personal statement describes your passions, influences, and career objectives. This letter is where you can help us to understand who you are and what we should know about you as a person. We also require a letter of recommendation. This letter can be from an employer or teacher.
If you require assistance with this section, please contact our advisors.
Medical Insurance
CAM Institute of Design requires all students to have medical insurance for the duration of their studies with us.
Canadian Students: Please check with your province for coverage in New Brunswick.
International Students: Please contact our advisors to assist you in applying for health insurance.
Resume
All applicants must submit a resume to demonstrate their work and educational background.
FINANCES
Please email us any concerns about tuition, payments, and financial assistance, and we will be pleased to assist you.
Tuition Payment Schedule Breakdown
We recognize that it is a significant decision to select a high-level educational career path. More importantly, it can be an expensive endeavour to commit to spending money on your education. Our Admissions Advisor will show you different ways of structuring your payments while also guiding you through possible financial assistance options.
Application Fee
There is a $100.00 CAD non-refundable charge that can be payable via cheque, Visa, Mastercard, or PayPal. Application fees will be charged in full when the application is submitted. During the application process, an advisor can support you if you have any questions.
Tuition Confirmation Deposit
Upon acceptance to CAM Institute of Design, a seat deposit of $500.00 CAD is due 30 days after your acceptance email is received and your enrolment contract has been signed. 50% of the tuition is due a minimum of 60 days before the program’s start. If you require any clarification, please contact us.
Balance of Tuition
Any remaining balance of the tuition is due at the program's halfway point. At any point in the program's course, students still have the option to pay the tuition in full OR make payments as per your approved financial plan.
Payment Methods
We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Paypal for tuition payments. Payments will be received directly from the Lender if a student is paying via a student loan.
Financial Aid for Canadians
For International Student Financial Assistance, please contact us.
Provincial Student Loan Programs
Each Province and Financial Institution appears to have different rules on issuing student loans. Please review the rules in your province.
Canada and Provincial Student Loans
Canadian Citizens and Landed Immigrants/Permanent Residents enrolled in a full-time program are available for Canadian and Provincial Student Loans. Government student loans support is focused on tuition fees, books, materials, living costs, income, and services available. It reaches a maximum annual amount that varies from province to province.
Applications are available at 1-888-815-4514 by calling Canada Student Loans toll-free.
General information on the program for the Canada Student Loan is available at: Canadian Government Website
Lifelong Learning Plan
LLP is a program that helps Canadian citizens to withdraw funds from RRSPs to fund education without penalty. You must have a letter of approval from the CAM Academy for a full-time program to apply. Without the being taxed, the LLP allows you to withdraw up to $10,000 a year (to a maximum of $20,000) for you or your partner. You've got up to ten years to pay the withdrawal back.
Withdrawal Form
Canada Registered Education Savings Plan
An RESP, a Registered Education Savings Plan, is a tax-deferred savings plan widely used by parents to save for post-secondary education for their children. Contributions to an RESP for a child beneficiary can qualify for payments to the Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG). Investment income from contributions and CESG payments may grow tax-free until it is distributed and included in the recipient's income and taxed accordingly. In most cases, a student whose gross income results in a minimum tax amount is the beneficiary.
Student Lines of Credit
CIBC and The Royal Bank of Canada offer student lines of credit.
Useful CIBC Links:
Useful Royal Bank Links:
Other Financial Institutions
NOTE: The presented financial options are not affiliated with the CAM Institute of Design and are listed for information only. Please carefully read the full text (and the fine print) of every contract you have signed and make sure that you understand it before signing it. The terms and conditions levied by third-party services are not the CAM Institute of Design's responsibility.
Costs of Living
When determining the cost of education, it is necessary to consider living costs. The cost of living will depend on the activities you want to participate in. Students can use the following examples as a reference to measure their cost of living during the school year. Our table gives the range of some average monthly expenses and is designed to help you schedule your living costs in Saint John, New Brunswick.
The cost of living in Saint John is lower than elsewhere in Canada, and the majority of the world (10-30% lower than other Canadian cities) in almost all cases. It was recently rated by the 2019 Demographic International Housing Affordability Study as one of the: Top 15 most affordable cities.
Average costs of living in Saint John:
Average living cost per month (off-campus, one person, room with shared facilities): $900 to $1200
Housing:
- 1 bedroom apartment $760.00-$1200.00
- 3 bedroom rental- $900.00-$1800.00
Transportation:
- $77 bus pass
- Bus Single Fare (1 adult) $2.75
Food:
- Groceries $400-550/month
- Fast food $8.00-$10.00/meal
- Restaurant $7.90-$25.00/meal
Clothing:
- Jeans $50-$140/each
- T-shirts $20-$80/each
- Shirts $30-$80/each
- Winter coat $80-$200
- Winter boots $80-$150
Fitness:
- $45.50/month
Cell phone:
- $40-$100/month
Internet:
- $50-$60/month
Cable:
- $50-100/month
*ALL COSTS ARE ESTIMATED*