TORONTO, ON, October 28, 2024 – Yorkville University and the Canadian College of Performing Arts (CCPA) are excited to announce a new articulation agreement between both institutions, opening up a world of opportunities for aspiring creative professionals.
This dynamic new partnership is set to significantly enhance the educational journey for CCPA graduates, offering them a streamlined path to earning a Bachelor of Creative Arts (BCA) degree from Yorkville University.
The CCPA is a nationally recognized institution with a 25-year legacy, built on education, artistic excellence, and community. Its unique conservatory style post-secondary programs offer aspiring artists comprehensive training in all aspects of the Performing Arts, from technical skills to career management. CCPA’s 850+ alumni include Grammy, Tony Award winners and Broadway performers. The College has been named a Top Acting School in Canada by Casting Workbook and received a Lieutenant Governor’s Arts and Music Award.
At the heart of this new agreement is the promise of an accelerated academic experience for CCPA graduates. Many will be able to complete their degree in as little as 15 months, effectively transforming their diploma achievements into a comprehensive Bachelor’s degree.
The collaboration is not only about facilitating faster degree completion; it also reflects a shared vision between Yorkville University and CCPA. Both institutions are committed to nurturing creative talent and driving innovation within the arts. By combining their strengths, they aim to create an environment where students can thrive and lead in the rapidly evolving creative sectors.
“Yorkville University is thrilled to collaborate with the Canadian College of Performing Arts, offering a premier degree pathway to aspiring creative leaders,” said Sandy Carson, Program Director for the Bachelor of Creative Arts at Yorkville University.
“CCPA’s graduates are renowned for their exceptional talent and ambition. This partnership will empower graduates to excel further in leadership roles, launch groundbreaking projects, and drive meaningful innovation in creative arts industries.”
Yorkville University, known for its flexible, innovative programs and commitment to real-world applicability, is an ideal partner for CCPA’s graduates. With a focus on fostering leadership, creativity, and practical skills, the BCA program at Yorkville offers an enriching experience that complements the rigorous training provided by CCPA.
By bridging the gap between diploma and degree, Yorkville University and the Canadian College of Performing Arts are paving the way for a new generation of leaders in the creative industries. As both institutions celebrate this milestone, they look forward to seeing their students leverage this opportunity to achieve new heights in their careers, drive innovation, and make a lasting impact on the world of arts and culture.
ABOUT CCPA
The Canadian College of Performing Arts (CCPA) offers quality training in a broad spectrum of skills which will prepare the students for careers in the performing arts locally, nationally, and internationally. The College provides a stimulating, positive, and constructive environment where students are encouraged to develop high standards of work ethics and conduct which will serve them in any field of endeavour in the future. CCPA offers three post-secondary training programs for performing arts aligned with the needs of the industry. These unique and intensive programs attract artists from across Canada and around the world. CCPA alumni are pursuing successful careers on major stages across Canada, in New York and London, as well as in film, television and the recording industry. For more information about CCPA please visit their website at: www.ccpacanada.com
About Yorkville University
Yorkville University began with a simple idea: offer flexible, rigorous and career-focused programs that lead to personal and professional transformation. Since 2004, Yorkville University has successfully grown to encompass three campuses from coast to coast, offering online and on-campus programs. Our graduates have gone on to launch, change or advance their careers through programs in behavioral sciences, social sciences, and the creative arts. Yorkville University’s programs are designed with the student’s needs first. With practitioner-oriented, flexible programs, we equip graduates with the skills that employers value, so that each student can make their own progress. Our approach to education has helped us become Canada’s largest private university, and the university of choice for students from more than 75 countries.
