QUICK ANSWER
Glasgow School of Art and CalArts both suit experimental students, but the systems around them differ. GSA’s BA (Hons) Fine Art – Painting and Printmaking is a four-year Scottish degree with an international fee of £24,800 a year (provisional, 2027 entry), applied for through UCAS by 13 January 2027 with a digital portfolio by 20 January, and with advanced entry to Year 2 possible. CalArts’ BFA Art costs $62,954 in tuition for 2026–27 and uses its own application, preferred by December 1.
For Korean families the main differences are cost, the application platform, and the possibility of starting GSA in Year 2.
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Side by Side, 2027 Entry
| Glasgow School of Art | CalArts | |
|---|---|---|
| Degree | BA (Hons) Fine Art, 4 years (entry at Year 1, 2 or 3) | BFA Art, 4 years |
| Application | UCAS by 13 January 2027; portfolio by 20 January | CalArts Application; preferred December 1, regular January 5 |
| Portfolio | Digital portfolio through the GSA portal | About 20 slides, 30–90-second video introduction |
| English | IELTS 6.0 (5.5 each) or TOEFL iBT 73 with section minimums | TOEFL 4 (new scale) or 80, IELTS 6.5 |
| Cost | £24,800 a year (provisional) | Tuition $62,954; cost of attendance $90,455 on campus |
From UCAS course listing for GSA Fine Art – Painting and Printmaking (2027 entry) and CalArts admissions and cost pages, checked October 2026.
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What the Year-2 Entry Means
GSA lists Year 2 as an entry point, and many entrants join with advanced entry. A student who has completed a strong foundation year elsewhere may finish a GSA degree in three years, which changes the total cost comparison with a four-year U.S. BFA.
FOR KOREAN STUDENTS
UK student visas use UKVI-approved English tests for some routes; check which test GSA accepts for your course before booking. See CalArts portfolio rules and UCLA vs CalArts MFA.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Glasgow School of Art cost for international students?
£24,800 a year for 2027 entry (provisional).
When is the GSA application deadline?
UCAS by 13 January 2027, with the digital portfolio by 20 January 2027.
Can I enter GSA in Year 2?
Yes. GSA lists Year 2 and Year 3 as entry points for this course.
What English score does GSA need?
IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each part, or TOEFL iBT 73 with section minimums.
How does CalArts compare on cost?
CalArts BFA tuition is $62,954 for 2026–27; cost of attendance on campus is $90,455.
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From the UCAS course listing for Glasgow School of Art BA (Hons) Fine Art – Painting and Printmaking (2027 entry) and CalArts admissions and cost pages. Checked October 2026. If something here has changed, tell us and we will correct it.
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