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CAD 28041

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 125 Waived

Application Fee

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24 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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80

TOEFL

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50%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The Animation - 3D program at Centennial College runs for 16 consecutive months and, in that time, prepares you to successfully launch a career in digital animation.

Created in 1996, this animation program takes place at the School of Communications, Media, Arts and Design. Its intensive approach has become internationally recognized, on top of kick-starting the careers of hundreds of talented digital artists.

The 3D Animation program focuses on production-style training and offers a unique project-based learning experience that is applauded within the animation, visual effects and game industries. You'll develop skills for careers in animation, film, television, broadcast design and games.

Program Highlights

  • The Animation - 3D program gives you 24-hour access to computer labs and workstations.
  • Subjects covered also include life drawing, acting for animation and storyboard training.
  • Class sizes are small, at a maximum of 21 students per class, giving you the opportunity to work closely alongside industry professionals who collectively have amassed more than 1,000 hours of instruction.
  • Training is enhanced by industry-leading guest speakers, participatory workshops and company studio tours.
  • You are assisted in producing demo reels that showcase your abilities to potential employers.
  • This School of Communication, Media, Arts and Design program boasts an industry field placement. While this opportunity is unpaid, it lasts eight weeks and offers valuable on-the-job training and industry contacts. You will be provided with a list of Toronto studios accepting interns. When seeking industry field placement opportunities, you will be required to make direct contact with animation studios.
  • An active alumni network allows you to build your own list of industry contacts.
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Additional Information

Program Level UG Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 5 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Program Intake

Closed

Sep 2025

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 - With No Band Less Than - 5.5
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 80.0  Minimum Listening - 20.0  Minimum Reading - 20.0  Minimum Writing - 20.0  Minimum Speaking - 20.0  
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 51
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 105.0  

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent including the following required course(s):
    • Grade 12 English (C or U), or equivalent

6 IELTS Score
80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
51 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
105 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
50% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

Average Tuition Fee Per Year

28041

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 125 Waived

Application Fee
(CAD)

20600 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships

Entrance Scholarships for International Students

Centennial College is pleased to offer a special Entrance Scholarship to all international students applying for the Winter 2026 semester. 

  • $2,000 for a 1-year program (awarded in Year 1)
  • $3,000 for a 2-year program ($2,000 in Year 1, $1,000 in Year 2)
  • $4,000 for a 3-year program ($2,000 in Year 1, $1,000 in Years 2 and 3)
  • $5,000 for a 4-year program ($2,000 in Year 1, $1,000 in Years 2, 3, and 4)


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Don’t wait – the scholarship is only being offered until August 31, 2025. Apply today!



International Mobility Scholarship

Centennial College is committed to supporting international students as they navigate their unique educational paths to Canada. If you’re an International student considering our wide-ranging programs in September 2026 programs, we invite you to apply for the NEW Centennial College International Mobility Scholarship.


Centennial College is excited to offer new International students the opportunity to apply for one of 85 scholarships per year, with each scholarship valued at $4,000 (distributed in two instalments). Recipients will receive $2,000 during their first year at Centennial and another $2,000 during the second year of their program.


Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
In order to be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:

  • be a non-resident, non-citizen of Canada
  • be fully accepted into the first year of a Centennial College program with a minimum duration of two years
  • have an admission average above 70% (OSSD equivalent)
  • complete the International Scholarship Application by May 1, 2026

Please note: a minimum number of awards per year will be awarded to successful female applicants pursuing STEM related programs at Centennial College.


Apply Today! Begin Your Education Journey in Canada at Centennial College
Eligible students (International applicants who have accepted their full offer for September 2026) will have the scholarship application sent to the email address on file (after September 2025).

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