Campus VFX Scholarship

For graduating high school students & recent grads

SCHOLARSHIP FOR CREATIVE STUDENTS

Applied toward tuition for on-campus 12-month program

This scholarship is designed to support a passionate high school student who dreams of turning their creativity into a career in visual effects and is committed to developing their skills toward a professional career.

Campus VFX will award up to two scholarships per high school to eligible candidates.

VALUE: $4,000 CAD

Eligibility Criteria

We are looking for heart, dedication, and genuine curiosity, not just perfect grades. To be considered, applicants must:

Be Currently enrolled in Grade 12 (or equivalent) at a secondary school, or have graduated no more than two years prior to the program start date.

Meet the application and portfolio requirements for admission to one of Campus VFX’s full-time 12-month programs in Vancouver (Compositing or FX).

Be at least 18 years old by the program start date or have successfully graduated from high school.

Show a clear interest in VFX, Compositing, FX/Houdini, animation, film-making, game cinematics or related digital arts.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit an application form, which requests the following documents:

Short Personal Statement

Tell us about your interest in VFX, animation, or film. What draws you to this field, and what do you hope to create or contribute? Please also share any challenges you’ve faced (financial, personal, or educational) and how this scholarship would help you pursue your goals.

Portfolio

5–10 pieces of creative work (links to a website, ArtStation, Vimeo/YouTube, Google Drive, etc.) Portfolio can include: digital art, traditional art, short films, animation, photography, game mods or 3D work. School projects are welcome. Rough or in-progress work is okay if it helps show how you think and learn.

Reference Letter

From a teacher, counselor, mentor, or employer who can speak your character, work ethic, and potential (PDF or email).

Recent Transcript or Grade Report

An unofficial transcript is acceptable. We are more interested in effort and improvement than perfect marks.

Selection Criteria

The scholarship selection committee will consider:

Artistic Potential & Portfolio (40%)

• Creativity, originality, and effort in the applicant’s work.

• Potential for growth, not just technical polish.

• Portfolio can include: digital art, traditional art, short films, animation, photography, game mods or 3D work.

Passion & Motivation (40%)

• Clear evidence that the student is genuinely passionate about VFX and storytelling.

• Demonstrated curiosity, persistence, and a strong desire to learn.

Character & Community (20%)

• Demonstrated integrity, kindness, teamwork, and realiability.

• Participation in clubs, volunteer work, group projects, or helping others (at school, at home, or in their community). This would be supported by the student's personal letter or letter of recommendation.

Key Dates

PROGRAM START DATE

Spring Intake: March 16, 2026
Fall Intake: September 14, 2026

Application Deadline

Spring Intake: February 15, 2026
Fall Intake: July 19, 2026

NotiFIcation of Results

Spring Intake: February 27, 2026
Fall Intake: July 31, 2026

ABOUT CAMPUS VFX

Specializing in career-focused VFX training

CAMPUS VFX school started as an award-winning visual effects studio in the 1990s, under the name Lost Boys Studios. We transitioned into a boutique visual effects school in 2006 with a curriculum created from our real-world studio pipeline and Hollywood client expectations.

At the time, this was an innovative approach that not only impacted the local VFX industry with new, studio-ready talent but also hailed by the students, alumni and industry for our commitment in setting up grads for employment advancement.

Twenty years later, the industry has evolved, as well as the technology and expectations. The same is true for our school.

Our Principles

PROGRAM START DATE

Spring Intake: March 16, 2026 | Fall Intake: September 14, 2026

Application Deadline

Spring Intake: February 15, 2026 | Fall Intake: July 19, 2026

NotiFIcation of Results

Spring Intake: February 27, 2026 | Fall Intake: July 31, 2026

Conditions of the Award

Use of Funds

The $4,000 scholarship will be applied directly toward tuition for a full-time 12-month Campus VFX program. It is not redeemable for cash.

Enrollment Requirement

The recipient must: Successfully complete the standard admissions process, and Enroll in the specified intake of a 12-month program. *If the student defers or withdraws, the scholarship may be postponed or re-awarded at the school’s discretion.

Academic & Attendance Expectations

Maintain good standing (attendance, participation, and progress) throughout the program. Continued eligibility may be contingent on professional conduct and effort.

The scholarship recipient may be asked to: Allow Campus VFX to share their name, a short bio, and selected work samples for promotional or celebratory purposes (website, social media, brochures). This will always be done respectfully and in consultation with the student.

Non-Discrimination

Campus VFX welcomes applications from students of all backgrounds.
Selection will not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic.