MFA in Emerging Media (Animation & Visual Effects)

A bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas or equivalent: Animation, Art, Emerging Media, Emerging Media, Theatre, Computer Science, Graphic Design ,Illustration , Creative Writing, Mass Communications & Game Design

One official transcript (in a sealed envelope) from each college/university attended. Applicants applying to this program who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA calculation. Credential evaluations are accepted from World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silny and Associates, Inc. only.

Three letters of recommendation preferably from people who have personal knowledge of your abilities and scholarship such as educators/faculty members, employment supervisors, organizational leaders, or industry professionals with whom you have worked.

Original Animation/VFX Production Concept for a one to five-minute project: A full storyboard A full script treatment written in short story format for that storyboard Visual Development drawings of characters, setting, and production design reflecting research and technique

A portfolio of ten to twenty pieces of traditional or digital work which demonstrates abilities in life drawing as well as proficiency in the field of animation and/or visual effects. For each item submitted, include the title, media, date of completion, and size or length of the piece. Some examples of work that could be submitted include: 2D Design: Painting, drawing, photography, mixed media, fashion design, character design, illustrations, graphic designs, game, or film visual development artwork. 3D Design: Sculpture, theatrical design, architectural renderings or models, 3D computer models, and installation pieces. Drawing from life: Human and animal drawings, quick sketches, long poses, and perspective drawing. Time Arts work (less than 3 minutes of work): Animation pieces, flipbooks, and/or demo reel. Storytelling: Script or fictional narrative writing, sequential art illustration, comic book and graphic novel illustration and writing, book illustrations, and additional storyboards.

Please submit a one to two page resume documenting your educational credentials, relevant professional and internship experience, academic achievements, honors, exhibits, publications, memberships, and interest including volunteer work.

Statement of purpose: In your own words, submit a 500-to-700 word statement of why you are interested in the Emerging Media MFA -Animation and Visual Effects track and what your intended focus might be. Tell us a little about yourself and your professional goals.