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Minneapolis College of Art and Design · Animation
In-person BFA major in Animation requiring 120 credits, with 42 core credits including Toon Boom Harmony and Maya coursework. First-year applicants submit a written statement and a portfolio of observational drawings and eight to sixteen finished pieces.
| Specialization | Classification | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| General Animation | Dedicated degreeThe degree itself is in this field. | Source: mcad.edu · verified October 14, 2026 |
| 2D Animation | Broader degree with animationA broader degree in which animation is a central, verified component of the official title or curriculum. | Source: mcad.edu · verified October 14, 2026 |
| 3D Animation | Broader degree with animationA broader degree in which animation is a central, verified component of the official title or curriculum. | Source: mcad.edu · verified October 14, 2026 |
| Stop-Motion Animation | Broader degree with animationA broader degree in which animation is a central, verified component of the official title or curriculum. | Source: mcad.edu · verified October 14, 2026 |
Dedicated Animation major within the Bachelor of Fine Arts.
Source: mcad.edu · verified October 14, 2026We list verified animation degrees only — no certificates, short courses or generic degrees with a few animation modules. Eligibility rules
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| Software | Status | As published |
|---|---|---|
| Toon Boom Harmony | Taught | Introduction to Animation uses Toon Boom Harmony; Photoshop, Premiere and After Effects are also used.Source: mcad.edu · verified October 14, 2026 |
| Maya | Taught | 3D animation courses use Maya.Source: mcad.edu · verified October 14, 2026 |
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| Material | Status | Instructions as published |
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | Required | Bachelor of Fine Arts applicants: portfolio including observational drawing and eight to sixteen pieces of finished artwork.Length: 8–16 piecesSource: mcad.edu · verified October 14, 2026 |
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Priority deadline
December 1 (Early Action) · for Fall
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Source: mcad.edu · verified October 14, 2026Application deadline
February 15 (Priority Decision) · for Fall
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Source: mcad.edu · verified October 14, 2026Application deadline
April 1 (Regular Decision) · for Fall
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Source: mcad.edu · verified October 14, 2026| Category | Amount | Basis and year |
|---|---|---|
| All studentsFrom the school's rate table for this level | USD 48,090 | per academic year · 2026/27Source: mcad.edu · verified October 14, 2026 |
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