CMU TORONTO Global Makeup Artist Program

From hairstyling and makeup application for film, television & fashion to prosthetic makeup application. CMU’s Global Makeup Artist Program provides extensive instruction in the skills you’ll need to launch your career in makeup artistry.

What you'll learn

This unique 23-week program provides hands-on, intensive training from award-winning makeup artists in an intimate classroom setting.

At CMU, we foster a community of inclusivity and authenticity. Immerse yourself in our highly creative environment and find inspiration around every corner, in every classroom, and, best of all, yourself.

COURSES INCLUDED:

Career paths

Graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills to work in:

  • Fashion & editorial makeup
  • Bridal & special event makeup
  • Film & TV Special effects makeup
  • Theatrical & live event makeup

Is Makeup Artistry school right for you?

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Dates and costs

DURATION

Full-time
23 weeks 

Monday to Friday
9:30am - 4:30pm
(One hour for lunch)

COURSE START DATES

April 1, 2024
June 3, 2024
August 2024
September 2024
October 2024

TUITION (CDN) $14,935

+ $6,156* Student kit
+ $103* Textbooks

+ $3,250 International students

* +hst

Speak with our Admissions Advisor to learn more about financing including available scholarships, OSAP and payment details.

Success stories

Over 5,000 makeup artists have graduated from CMU in the past 30 years. 

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From Art History to Feature Films: Global Makeup grad Christina Spina’s success story

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Celebrity Makeup Artist Billy Manik’s journey from CMU to the heart of Bollywood

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Coast to Coast, How CMU Alumna Shanae Worrell is Making her Mark on the World