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Associate of Arts in Creative Writing Capilano University - Main Campus Capilano University - Main Campus, Canada

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CAD 22522

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 135

Application Fee

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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83

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The Associate of Arts degree in Creative Writing is a two year long baccalaureate program which deals with contemporary literature, creative writing, reading, understanding basic writing concepts and many more. The course is headed by a number of professionals who guide students with the important aspects of creative writing. 

The Associate of Arts degree in creative writing is a great jumpstart for people who wish to pursue a career in creative writing, copywriting, proofreading, persuasive copywriting, freelancing and so on. The curriculum is structured to impart instruction in progressive stages so as to ensure that a learner can assimilate information about a writer’s art and develops his/her creative ability. This Program includes training in imaginative writing skills in relation to feature articles writing short stories, scripts for TV/Radio, and writing poetry.

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Additional Information

Program Level Associate Degree

College/University Processing Time 7 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Program Intake

Open

May 2026, Sep 2026

Closed

Jan 2026

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 83
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 56
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 125.0  Minimum Literacy - 115.0  Minimum Comprehension - 115.0  Minimum Conversation - 115.0  Minimum Production - 115.0  

Academic Requirement

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Grade 12 / High School diploma in any stream with 50% in two core subjects.

6.5 IELTS Score
83 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
56 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
125 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

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Average Tuition Fee Per Year

22522

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 135

Application Fee
(CAD)

22895 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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Scholarships

Our entrance awards are given to new students to recognize and support achievement in academics, sports, and the arts. Some awards also look at financial need, and many awards are given for your commitment to community involvement and leadership.


2026-27 Entrance Awards date

Capilano Excellence Scholarship (CAPX)

The online application opens on October 15, 2025
The deadline to apply and submit supporting documents is March 1, 2026

All Other Entrance Awards

The online application opens on October 15, 2025
The deadline to apply online is March 31, 2026
The deadline to submit supporting documents is March 31, 2026

 

Scholarships

Award Amount

Awards Available

Details

Supporting Documents

Capilano Excellence Scholarships (CAPX)

$56,000

10

Capilano Excellence Scholarships (CAPX) are the premier entrance scholarships at Capilano University. Up to 10 of these scholarships are offered each year and are awarded to both domestic and international high school graduates who have demonstrated excellence in academics and shown leadership in their school and community.

The scholarships are valued at up to $56,000 and are in the form of a domestic tuition and tuition surcharge fee waiver for a full academic year of studies (up to $14,000 per year) and are renewable for up to three additional academic years (total of eight terms). 


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How to apply for the Capilano Excellence Scholarship (CAPX):

  1. Apply to CapU
  2. Fill out the online Entrance Awards application through your myCapU Account
  3. Complete the following supporting documents:
    1. CAPX Essay
    2. CAPX Reference Letters
    3. Leadership Skills and Community and Campus Engagement Worksheet
      Instructions for completing the supporting documents are on the following pages.
  4. Using your CapU student email account, submit your supporting document package by email to [email protected] in PDF format only (zip files preferred).

Supporting documents must be submitted together as one package that includes your full name and Capilano University student number.

The deadline to apply for entrance awards and submit your supporting documents is March 1, 2026.

International Student Entrance Award 

Up to $1,500

3

The deadline to apply for entrance awards and submit your supporting documents is March 31, 2026.

 

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