Chicago,
IL,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BFA in Animation - VFX Animation in Chicago United States | DePaul University
DePaul University
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Chicago United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
45,195
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The VFX Animation specialization within the Animation BFA program focuses on crafting and animating digital 3D elements like creatures, vehicles, objects, and settings for integration into live-action films and TV shows. Consider iconic examples such as Jurassic Park's T-Rex, Rogue One's towering AT-ATs, or the futuristic cityscape in Blade Runner 2049. This program blends core animation principles with targeted visual effects training. Professionals in live-action VFX need diverse capabilities, from seamless compositing to lifelike 3D character movement. The entertainment industry actively seeks talented VFX artists for feature films, television series, advertisements, and emerging digital platforms. This track pairs well with the Film & Television BFA's VFX focus, which leans more toward live-action filmmaking techniques.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Final Transcripts/Proof of Degree Completion - Admitted students are required to submit final secondary school (high school) transcripts and/or proof of degree completion (A-Levels, WAEC, CBSE, High School Certificate, etc.) before enrolling at DePaul.
If your transcripts/secondary school exam results were issued in a language other than English - In addition to the original language documents, you will need to submit word-for-word English translations for all pages submitted. If your transcripts and/or secondary school exams results were issued by the school or testing agency in English, you do not need to submit additional translations. IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL - 80 on the IBT TOEFL with no subsection lower than 17, PTE Academic - minimum English academic score of 53
If your transcripts/secondary school exam results were issued in a language other than English - In addition to the original language documents, you will need to submit word-for-word English translations for all pages submitted. If your transcripts and/or secondary school exams results were issued by the school or testing agency in English, you do not need to submit additional translations. IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL - 80 on the IBT TOEFL with no subsection lower than 17, PTE Academic - minimum English academic score of 53
Tuition
USD
45,195