Animation Program

The animation program at Missouri State University – West Plains prepares students to become professional animators. The program focuses on using computer applications and related visual and sound imaging techniques to manipulate images and information for film, video, still photographs, digital copy, soundtracks, and physical objects. Program courses include: specialized camerawork, equipment operation and maintenance, image capture, computer programming, dubbing, CAD applications, and application to specific commercial, industrial, and entertainment needs. Get more details below including other Missouri colleges that offer animation program.

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Missouri State University – West Plains

1600 University Ave, Bolivar, MO

Missouri State University-West Plains prides itself as the foundation of new beginnings and endless possibilities. It was recognized as one of the top 120 two-year colleges in the nation by the Aspen Institute Community College Excellence Program and was acknowledged as a Military-Friendly School for three consecutive years by the G.I. Jobs magazine. 

In 1963 this institution was established as the West Plains Residence Center and consequently named as West Plains Campus of Southwest Missouri State University to its current designation, MSU-WP. For more than four decades, MSU-WP serves as a vital educational resource for the residents of south-central Ozarks region of Missouri and nearby places.

At present, MSU-WP has three campus locations in West Plains, MO, Mountain Grove, MO and Dalian, China. This institution is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of College and Secondary Schools. It continues to provide superb quality education and training as it offers associate of arts, associate of science and associate of applied science degrees and certificates under the fields of Business, Nursing, General Studies and Teaching. 

MSU-WP fosters an environment that allows students to realize their full potential and aspirations. Compared to other two-year colleges in Missouri, it has maintained higher retention and graduation rates in the past five years.

Students have access to several academic services such as academic support, advisement and job placement assistance. They can also participate in fun and meaningful activities, and join variety of student organizations and campus centers. 

Future Student's Guide http://wp.missouristate.edu/futurestudents/

Academics http://wp.missouristate.edu/academics/

Students Enrolled in the Animation Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Missouri State University – West Plains offers an associate's degree program in animation.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Multimedia Artists and Animators

Description

Create special effects, animation, or other visual images using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media for use in products or creations, such as computer games, movies, music videos, and commercials.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, multimedia artists and animators employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.0% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).