FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is financial support available? YES!

Financial Assistance may be available for those that qualify.

Our Full-Time Fashion Designer and Couturier programs are approved as Vocational Programs under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005.

Students enrolled in Full Time programs may be eligible, if qualified, for loans, grants or awards granted under the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP). Please see their website for details: http://osap.gov.on.ca

If you are applying from Quebec please go to ‘Prets et bourses du Quebec’ to apply.

The program code is 57102

The Academy code is H5203A

If you are applying from different provinces our Institution code is EPFK.

Students enrolled in Part Time programs may be eligible, if qualified, for loans, grants or awards granted under the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP). Please see their website for details: http://osap.gov.on.ca

Students enrolled in Part Time programs may be eligible, if qualified, for a Professional Development loan through the Ottawa Community Loan Fund (OCLF). Please see their website for details: http://oclf.org/

Students enrolled in the Full Time or Part Time programs may be eligible, if qualified, for Government Assistance Programs such as Second Career Ontario. Please see their website for details: Second Career Ontario

In addition, many banks offer Student Lines of Credit, please enquire at your financial institution.

1. What do I need to do to prepare for the interview?

When you apply to our Full-Time program we will send you a list of questions to prepare for.

2. When should I apply for the Full-Time program?

Registration for our Full-Time program is always open.

3. Is there a ‘wait list’ for the Full-Time program?

We will let you know if our program is full. You will be notified when you apply if you will be on the wait list for that current entry year.

4. What are the start times for the Full-Time program?

The Full-Time program starts once a year every September.

5. Do I need a portfolio to be eligible for the Full-Time program?

Your acceptance into the Full-Time program is based on admissions exam and interview. Having a portfolio certainly helps us see your work but is not a requirement.

6. Do you accept International Students?

Yes. We are a Designated learning Institution (DLI) under Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. For more information about our International Student program CLICK HERE.

7. What are the requirements for your Part-Time classes?

Our part-time classes are geared towards those that want to learn a new skill or just take on a new hobby. You can sign up to any course that you are interested in. For more details CLICK HERE.

8. I want to visit the Academy, Do you offer tours or information sessions?

Yes. Please call 613-241-5233 or email us at info@richardrobinson.com to set up a personal information session.

9. What future careers will be available to me with this diploma?

As Canada’s premier haute couture-focused academy, we are proud to prepare our students for exciting and fulfilling careers in the fashion industry, both locally and globally.

Our graduates are highly sought after for their expertise in haute couture techniques and have pursued diverse career paths, including:

  1. International Haute Couture Careers: With your training at Richard Robinson, you’ll gain the skills and credentials to work with prestigious fashion houses in Paris, Milan, and New York—recognized leaders in haute couture and luxury fashion.

  2. Opportunities in Canada: Closer to home, Montreal and Toronto offer vibrant fashion industries where graduates can work with Canadian labels, participate in fashion shows like Toronto Fashion Week, or contribute to costume design for theater and film.

  3. Entrepreneurship: Many of our alumni have launched their own fashion lines or bespoke design businesses, creating unique collections and contributing to Canada’s growing reputation in the global fashion market.

  4. Styling, Consulting, and Costume Design: With skills in pattern making, sewing, and grading, graduates also thrive in related fields, such as wardrobe consulting, editorial styling, and theatrical costume design.

  5. Teaching and Mentorship: Graduates who enjoy sharing their knowledge can explore teaching opportunities in fashion schools or mentorship roles within the industry.

Richard Robinson Fashion Design Academy is registered as a Career College under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005.