Overview

Classes cover everything from classical technique in pre-production design to hands-on work mimicking how a commercial studio functions. Guided by instructors with diverse backgrounds, students establish a foundation working in fine arts, motion design, timing, and 2D and 3D formats. Animation majors become skilled collaborators and storytellers, ready to join ad agencies, video game producers, film studios, and more.

Career

There are many paths to explore with a degree in Animation from Minneapolis College of Art and Design.

Potential careers include:

Background Animator

Character Developer

3D Modeler

Pixel Artist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

3D Animation

3D Modeling

3D Rigging/Rendering

Storyboard

Drawing for Animators

Character Design

2D Digital Animation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

San Francisco, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

Application Form

Official Transcripts

Official Test Scores

Letter of Recommendation

Personal Statement

Portfolio (optional for BS applicants)

Proof of English proficiency

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

46464 USD / year

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Out-of-State

46464 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

46464 USD / year

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Living costs

San Francisco

United States

2206 - 4119 USD / month

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Overview

Career

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

San Francisco

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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