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Bachelor of Fine Arts - Animation and Visual Effects

San Francisco campus — San Francisco, California, United States

Study Level: Undergraduate · 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration: To be confirmed
Study Mode: To be confirmed
Next Intake: February 2027
Tuition Fee: USD 38,160
Application Fee: USD 50
Scholarships Available: None listed
Post-Study Work Information: Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status: Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

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. Undergraduate students will meet the following student performance criteria: Visual Communication and Problem Solving Make effective design choices to support narrative, character, and/or mood Demonstrate the ability to research for inspiration, reference, accuracy, and incorporate findings into design solutions Technical Skills Demonstrate facility and flexibility with animation and/or VFX digital media, technology, and software Professional Readiness Assemble a professional digital or portfolio demonstrating an understanding of the target market Demonstrate an understanding of the production pipeline through successful participation in the collaborative/pipeline process Specialty Skills: Storyboarding Create and pitch stories and concepts through the use of sequential imagery Demonstrate an understanding of cinematic continuity by creating sequential imagery that supports narrative, character, and/or mood Specialty Skills: Traditional Animation and Stop Motion Successfully convey motion and interaction of character and/or object kinesis Demonstrate proficient drawing and/or modeling skills and concepts appropriate to project parameters Specialty Skills: Modeling Model with appropriate use of form, proportion, and anatomy (specific to Modeling students) Create and apply texture and lighting consistent with the overall look of the project (specific to Modeling students) Specialty Skills: 3D Animation Convey motion (biped and quadruped) and interaction of moving objects Apply principles of animation to effectively communicate character action, emotion, and mood Specialty Skills: Visual Effects Combine digital effects and elements from diverse sources to create a fine degree of visual believability and consistency (specific to Compositing students) Apply appropriate integration dynamics into professional-quality shots or sequences (specific to Dynamics students) *Note App Fee Waiver in effect for ApplyBoard to reduce the application fee to $50*

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Credential: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee: USD 38,160
Application fee: USD 50
Deposit required: Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees: Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes: February 2027, February 2028, February 2029
Application deadline: Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status: Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability: Not confirmed

Campus & Location

San Francisco campus

San Francisco, California, United States

79 New Montgomery St.

Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

Please confirm current eligibility with Eagle Link before applying.

Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying

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About the Institution

Since 1929, artists and designers have called Academy of Art University their home. Founded in San Francisco and family owned, it is one of the largest private, accredited art and design schools in the nation. Academy of Art University is first and foremost a professional school - a specialized place that helps students master their craft as they prepare for professional roles as artists and designers. The hands-on, no-nonsense curriculum is taught by some of the finest minds working in today’s creative and innovative industries. They will help students develop their talent and acquire skills...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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