Animation Program

The animation program at DigiPen Institute of Technology 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer animation program.

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DigiPen Institute of Technology (DIT)

191 Performance Road, Sunbury, PA

DigiPen Institute of Technology is located in Redmond, WA and is a private institution that provides opportunities for students to meet their educational goals. The low student to teacher ratio and access to faculty is due primarily to the smaller enrollment, around 970 students, maintained by DigiPen Institute of Technology.

Areas of study available at DigiPen Institute of Technology include:

• Modeling, Virtual Environments and Simulation
• Animation
• Computer and Information Sciences
• Computer Engineering
• Design and Visual Communications

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken in order to apply to DigiPen Institute of Technology. Scores in a range of 23 to 30 on the ACT or 1545 to 1925 on the SAT are recommended to increase the chance of getting accepted. 49% of those students that apply are accepted to DigiPen Institute of Technology, of which 68% choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at digipen.edu.

The cost of tuition is nearly $28,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and as such students should use the school's price of attendance calculator to get a better idea of their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Some students at DIT may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

Students can visit the DIT website to get a complete list of academic programs offered, admissions information, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Animation Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. DigiPen Institute of Technology has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

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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).