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Academy of Art University

San Francisco , California ,United States

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Animation and Visual Effects

Gain the skills you need for an exciting career in this vibrant and growing industry from our School of Animation & Visual Effects (VFX). Aspiring visual effects artists, 2D and 3D animators, and storyboard artists come to the Academy to learn from industry professionals in the heart of the animation industry.

The School of Animation & Visual Effects BFA program provides students with the skills necessary to master today’s digital technology. Students choose one primary area of emphasis between visual effects, 3D modeling, 3D animation, 2D animation and stop motion, and storyboarding.

Study Mode - Available Onsite & Online (online courses offered in 7.5 week and 15 week formats).

 

Intakes

  • June
  • Sep

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Application Process

Visa Process
30 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

  • 2D Animator
  • 3D Animator
  • 3D Rigger
  • Character Animator
  • Modeler
  • Producer
  • Stop Motion Artist

PSW Opportunity

  • 3 years

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

While we do not require TOEFL or IELTS scores and do not have a minimum score requirement, you will be evaluated for English language proficiency upon arrival at Academy of Art University.

 

FOR INFORMATION ABOUT ADMISSION REQUIRMENTS PLS CONTACT TO OUR PSA COUNSELOR.