San Francisco,
CA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Animation and Visual Effects - Visual Effects in San Francisco United States | Academy of Art University
Academy of Art University
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San Francisco United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
29,070
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The MA program enables students to specialize in 2D Animation & Stop Motion, 3D Animation, 3D Modeling, or Visual Effects, emphasizing storytelling through technical proficiency and emotional engagement.
Visual Effects
Produce shots or assets aligned with project aesthetics
Craft shots or elements to enhance narrative impact
Technical Proficiency - Show mastery of visual effects tools and software
Presentation Abilities - Effectively communicate project vision and workflow strategy
Career Preparation - Assemble a polished portfolio or demo reel meeting industry expectations for targeted roles
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS
Qualification Requirements
Final Bachelors Degree transcripts and Bachelors Degree graduation certificate Can be official or unofficial, but must show degree/diploma awarded and graduation date or degree date. If your transcripts are not in English, please send them to us in their original language and if applying to the graduate school, proof of a Bachelors Degree or the equivalent.
You are not required to submit a TOEFL or IELTS score, however, you will be given a placement exam upon arrival at the Academy of Art University if you have not taken the TOEFL or IELTS. While we do not require these scores and do not have a minimum score requirement, you will be evaluated for English language proficiency upon arrival at Academy of Art University.
You are not required to submit a TOEFL or IELTS score, however, you will be given a placement exam upon arrival at the Academy of Art University if you have not taken the TOEFL or IELTS. While we do not require these scores and do not have a minimum score requirement, you will be evaluated for English language proficiency upon arrival at Academy of Art University.
Tuition
USD
29,070