International Admissions

We Welcome Students from Across the Globe

JCI has earned its internationally-renowned reputation by helping students claim their creative authority and take charge of their professional lives. Our local and international connections give you unparalleled access to makeup, fashion, hair, and spa opportunities. We’re searching for students who share our vision and will bring their unique style, commitment, and drive to the table.

Admission Requirements

Students applying for admission to JCI Institute must meet the following admission requirements. No exemptions or waivers are permitted.

General Admission Requirements

  • All applicants must have successfully completed grade 12 or be a mature student (19 years of age or older) at the start of the program and

  • All applicants must meet one of the language proficiency requirements listed below to be accepted

Language Proficiency Requirements

All applicants, regardless of their citizenship status or country of origin, must demonstrate an appropriate level of language proficiency to be accepted in the program. One of the following language proficiency requirements must be met and documentation provided:

  • Completion of 3 years of full-time secondary education (Grades 8-12), or 2 years if the grades are 10, 11 or 12, have been successfully completed where English is the language of instruction, or

  • Completion of 2 years of full-time post-secondary education at an accredited institution where English is the language of instruction, or

  • Verified results for one of the English language proficiency tests listed below:

    • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: overall score of 5.5 or higher

    • Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Test: overall score of 40 or higher 

    • Duolingo English Test: overall score of 95 or higher

Mature Student Applicants

Applicants who are 19 years or older at the start of the program and are Canadian citizens or permanent residents who cannot access their educational records must: 

  • Provide attestation that they have completed at least 3 years of full-time instruction in English in a country where English is one of the principal languages and

  • Complete an Accuplacer English Assessment (Next Generation: Reading, Writing and WritePlacer) and achieve the following scores:

    • Reading: 235

    • Writing: 235

    • WritePlacer: 4

International Students

  • All international applicants must submit a copy of a valid study permit (or co-op education work permit) through Citizenship and Immigration Canada

  • All international applicants must have British Columbia Medical Services Plan (BC MSP) coverage

*Please note that programs offered by our institution are not eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) in Canada.

Admission Procedure

All applicants to JCI Institute must:

- Complete an Application for Admissions

- Obtain a parent or legal guardian’s signature to register if under 19 years of age

- Provide a copy of photo ID (driver’s license, passport, or BC ID)

- Pay an Application Fee

- Attend an interview (in person, virtual, or phone)

- Write a Letter of Intent

Program-Specific Requirements

Core Fashion Design Program applicants must have successfully completed the following pre-requisite courses:

  • Basic Fashion Illustration (female croquis drawings by hand)

  • Elements of Design (flats by hand, understanding of design process, collection development)

  • Adobe Illustrator

  • Textiles

To join the Multimedia Makeup Artistry Pogram in progress at Level 3, students must have successfully completed the JCI FAB (Freelance and Bridal Makeup program) or the Business of Beauty program as a pre-requisite. Students will only be admitted into Level 3 of the program should a vacancy be available.

Why Choose JCI?

JCI has earned its internationally-renowned reputation by helping students claim their creative authority and take charge of their professional lives. Our local and international connections give you unparalleled access to makeup, fashion, hair, and spa opportunities. We’re searching for students who share our vision and will bring their unique style, commitment, and drive to the table.

We offer our students:

  • A world-renowned training institution

  • Small class sizes for personalised learning

  • Award-winning, dedicated instructors

  • Modern facilities in a central location

  • Dedicated career liaisons for each department

International Tuition and Fees

FASHION DESIGN — Tuition: $17,000 or $19,000 with Co-Op

  • Textbooks and supplies (students to purchase)
    *Available through JCI

    1. Textbook: Apparel Making in Fashion Design - $90.00
    2. Sewing Kit: $285.00 *Detailed list provided to studentsTOTAL: $375

    ADDITIONAL
    3. School supplies: $500 estimate only - Detailed list provided to students
    4. Adobe Creative Cloud - Price will vary based on subscription and/or promotions
    5. Microsoft Excel - *Price will vary based on subscription and/or promotions

    Sewing machine for home use: not mandatory but suggested.

    Please note: students must bring their own laptops.

FASHION BUSINESS — Tuition: $29,000 or $32,000 with Co-Op

  • Textbooks and supplies (students to purchase)
    *Available through JCI

    1. Textbooks:
    Marketing Fashion – $208.50
    Retail Buying – $139.50
    History of Fashion – $80.00
    Textiles: Concepts + Principles – $131.95
    Visual Merchandising & Display – $166.95
    Apparel Making in Fashion Design – $90.00
    Fabric Science Swatch 12th Edition – $125.50

    TOTAL: $942.40 plus applicable taxes

    ADDITIONAL:
    2. School supplies: $150 estimate only - Detailed list provided to students
    3. Illustration supplies: $175 estimate only - Detailed list provided to students
    4. Adobe Creative Cloud - Price will vary based on subscription and/or promotions
    5. Microsoft Excel - Price will vary based on subscription and/or promotions

    Please note: students must bring their own laptops.

MEDIA MAKEUP — Tuition: $17,000 or $19,000 with Co-Op

  • Textbooks and supplies (students to purchase)
    *Available through JCI

    1. Beauty Kit: $1,250 - Detailed list provided to students
    2. Brush Kit: $195 - Detailed list provided to students
    3. Airbrush Kit: $485 - Detailed list provided to students
    4. Hair Kit: $445 - Detailed list provided to students
    5. FX Kit: $1,235

    TOTAL: $3,610 plus applicable taxes

    ADDITIONAL:
    6. Beauty Supply Kit: $250 Estimate Only - Detailed list provided to students
    7. Media Makeup Supply Kit: $150 Estimate Only - Detailed list provided to students

HAIR ART DESIGN — Tuition: $17,000 or $19,000 with Co-Op

  • Textbooks and supplies (students to purchase)
    *Available through JCI

    1. Textbook/Workbook - 14th Edition with Exam Prep bundle: $277
    2. Hair Tools, Supply + Extension Kit: $1,759 - Detailed list provided to students
    Bellami Extension Kit only available through professional purchase
    3. Snap Cap System: $1,082 - Detailed list provided to students
    Snap Cap System only available through professional purchase

    TOTAL: $3,118 plus applicable taxes

BODY SPA + MEDI ESTHETICS — Tuition: $29,000 or $32,000

  • Textbooks and supplies (students to purchase)
    *Available through JCI

    1. Textbook: Esthetics Fundamentals & Standard Foundations Bundle, 12th Edition
    2. Workbook: Esthetics Fundamentals Workbook

    TOTAL FOR TEXTBOOK/WORKBOOK: $421 plus applicable taxes

    3. Body Spa Toolkit: $676 - Detailed list provided to students
    4. Product Fee (Body 1 and 2): $400
    5. Lash Kit: $345 - Detailed list provided to students
    6. Medi Spa Kit: $313 - *Detailed list provided to students
    7. Product Fee (Medi Spa): $300

    TOTAL FOR KITS: $2,034 plus applicable taxes

    ADDITIONAL:
    Body 3 Medi Spa User Fee: $300
    Includes consumables (microneedling cartridges), laser glasses, medi spa skin products, post treatment products, gels, laundry services, wipes, alcohol.