Our entrance requirements at Pixel Blue College are more subjective than other post secondary schools. We are focused on finding the right people to enter our programs, who have not only the skills, but the drive and passion to be successful.
To apply at Pixel Blue College, we require the following:
• Registration Application (Paper or Online), with application fee.
• Resume
• 2 Letters of reference
• Samples of creative work, if applying for Design and Motion Graphics or 3D Animation
• Most recent transcript or statement of marks
Once you have these items ready for submission, please contact the Registrar’s Office to schedule a personal interview. This interview will be with the Director of Education and the Course Instructor. This interview is an opportunity for us to talk with you about your career goals, your interest in the course and your suitability for the program.
If, while preparing your registration package, you have any questions, problems obtaining one of the required items or simply would like to meet and ask questions before formally applying, you can contact the Registrar’s Office anytime at 780-756-3990 or by email.
Finance
Financing exists to make significant purchases within our reach. Imagine what life would be like if you had to pay cash up front for your home, your car, or in this case -- your education. We understand the pressures students face and will do whatever we can to assist you in finding the best way to invest in your future. A Pixel Blue College education will lead to a better job and higher income, not to mention the satisfaction of working in the field you want to work in.
As Pixel Blue College is a licensed Alberta Education School, students will receive their T2202A form, meaning the tuition is tax deducible. There are a wide variety of funding options available to students which are described below. For more information contact the Cashier’s office.
Funding Options
• Government Student Loans & Grants
• Skills Investment Program (SIP)
• Student Line of Credit
• Lifelong Learning Plan (LLP)
• Interest Free Payment Plans
Government Student Loans & Grants
The maximum amount offered in Government Student Loans is $13,000. First time and repeat borrowers may be eligible for this yearly ceiling amount. The difference between first time and repeat borrowers relates to the portion of the $13,000 that can be realized in the form of grant. For more information check out the Government of Alberta Site
Skills Investment Program (SIP)
Alberta Human Resources and Employment has reorganized previous funding options for students into a program called Alberta Works. Alberta Works will harmonize the benefits provided through programs which were previously available to students. The Skills Investment Program (SIP) is now available for people who are unemployed, financially disadvantaged and need training to find sustainable employment.
The assessments for Grants is done with BGS Enterprises which you can contact to schedule your assessment either before, after or during your Pixel blue College registration.
Student Line of Credit
Pixel Blue College has relationships with financial institutions which offer Student Lines of Credit to our students. Depending on the institution you can borrow between $7,500 and $10,000 to invest in your education here at Pixel Blue College. Students are only required to pay the interest costs of the amount they borrow and, depending on the financial institution, you have 6 to 12 months after graduating to begin paying down the principle. The amount you pay per month depends on the total amount borrowed and the term you choose to pay down your line of credit.
Lifelong Learning Plan (LLP)
The Federal Government’s Lifelong Learning Plan (LLP) allows you to withdraw up to $10,000 each year for qualified educational expenses. The maximum lifelong withdrawal allowed is $20,000. You are not required to include the withdrawn amount in your income, and tax is not withheld on the amount you withdraw. The total amount withdrawn must be repaid to your RSP over a period of no more than 10 years. Any amount not paid in that timeframe is included as income for the year it was due. As well, you are not required to pay any interest on the amount withdraw.
Payment Plans
Pixel Blue College is pleased to offer its students an interest free payment plan. The amount of each payment and the number of payments are decided with the student and a representative from the Cashier’s Office. The typical guideline is that all payments must be received before the student graduates from Pixel Blue College. These payments can be made by credit card, cash, debit, online, or post-dated cheques.