Join one of Canada’s premier acting conservatory programs in a university environment. Here you’ll train with talented actors from diverse backgrounds and be ready for the industry as changemakers of the future. This is a creative place where hard work and courage help you to become your best self as an actor, artist and human. It’s an intersectional place where your unique strengths and talents are identified and invested in, and a dedicated place where faculty sustain you through all aspects of your training — from performance opportunities to personal wellbeing to industry connections. You’ll build your artistry in acting through a deepened understanding of theory, text analysis, technique, movement and voice for a wide variety of performance opportunities. You’ll also learn the business side of performance and gain a global perspective as you work with internationally acclaimed guest directors and professional companies. You’ll do it all in the heart of Toronto, home to the third-largest English language theatre district in the world and a North American hot spot for television and film production.
Bachelor of Performance: Acting (BFA) at Ryerson University
International students can study the Performance: Acting (BFA) at Ryerson University at its main campus in Toronto, Canada. This Bachelor degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 4 years and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on May 13, 2027.
About Bachelor of Performance: Acting (BFA)
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Performance: Acting (BFA) at Ryerson University
Entry Requirements
English Requirements
- PTEMin 60
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 92
Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Performance: Acting (BFA) at Ryerson University
How to Apply for Bachelor of Performance: Acting (BFA) at Ryerson University
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Supplementary Form: All applicants who are not currently attending an Ontario secondary school in a daytime program of study are required to submit a Supplementary Form via the Choose>Ryerson Applicant Portal for each program applied – visit Applications and Related Forms for details. An application for admission will not be reviewed until the completed Supplementary Form is received by Undergraduate Admissions. Applicants must wait for an email acknowledgment of their application and have set up their Ryerson Online Identity to submit a Supplementary Form.
Alternate Program Choices: Applicants wishing to be considered for more than one program at Ryerson must include all program choices on the applicable application form. By doing this, students are automatically considered equally for each individual program
Note for applicants who have applied to Ryerson in a previous academic year: If the name on the application has changed in any way, proof of this name change (i.e. marriage certificate, notarized statement or other legal document) must be provided.
Once you have received an email acknowledgement of your application from Ryerson, and you have successfully activated your Ryerson Online Identity, you should begin the process of submitting your transcripts and supporting documents through your Choose>Ryerson Applicant Portal, as applicable.
What documents do I need to submit?
- Academic Transcripts
- Supplementary Form
- Supporting Documents
- Non-Academic Requirements
- Proof of English Language Proficiency
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