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Academy of Art University · School of Animation & Visual Effects
A 36-unit MA in animation and visual effects ending in a final portfolio review, offered on campus and online.
| Specialization | Classification | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| General Animation | Broader degree with animationA broader degree in which animation is a central, verified component of the official title or curriculum. | Source: academyart.edu · verified October 14, 2026 |
Official program title combines animation and visual effects at master level; MA with 2D animation and stop motion, 3D animation, 3D modeling or visual effects work.
Source: academyart.edu · verified October 14, 2026We list verified animation degrees only — no certificates, short courses or generic degrees with a few animation modules. Eligibility rules
Online study structure: not verified. We publish this only when the school states it on an official page.
PortfolioDegree requirements include a final portfolio review.
Source: academyart.edu · verified October 14, 2026Faculty list: not verified. We publish this only when the school states it on an official page.
| Software | Status | As published |
|---|---|---|
| Maya | Taught | Named in the major course ANM 623 3D Modeling and Animation 1 (Maya).Source: academyart.edu · verified October 14, 2026 |
Equipment and software costs: not verified. We publish this only when the school states it on an official page.
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Portfolio requirements: not verified. We publish this only when the school states it on an official page.
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Test policy: not verified. We publish this only when the school states it on an official page.
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Application deadline
August 30, 2027 · for Fall 2027
Source: academyart.edu · verified October 14, 2026| Category | Amount | Basis and year |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic studentsFrom the school's rate table for this level | USD 1,551 | per credit · 2026-27EstimateUSD 55,836 = 36 credits × USD 1,551 per credit. Excludes mandatory fees, equipment and software costs, travel, and any rate change during the program.Source: academyart.edu · verified October 14, 2026 |
| International studentsFrom the school's rate table for this level | USD 1,857 | per credit · 2026-27EstimateUSD 66,852 = 36 credits × USD 1,857 per credit. Excludes mandatory fees, equipment and software costs, travel, and any rate change during the program.Source: academyart.edu · verified October 14, 2026 |
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