Animation Program

The animation program at Mesa State College 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 Colorado colleges that offer animation program.

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Mesa State College

Also known as Colorado Mesa

2401 S Main St, Lamar, CO

Mesa State College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Grand Junction, CO, which is a predominantly urban area. Approximately 8,100 students are enrolled per year at MSC.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs MSC offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Psychology

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then studied by admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 870 to 1080 for the SAT exam and in a range of 18 to 23 on the ACT is common among students accepted to MSC. MSC has an acceptance rate of about 80 percent of which only 47 percent decided to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay approximately $6,700, while out-of-state residents pay $17,000 annually. The price of on-campus housing is estimated to be $5,400 annually. MSC may offer financial aid for students who are eligible by way of grants and loans.

The MSC "Mavericks" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)

Contact information, tuition information, areas of study, and much more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.mesastate.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Animation Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Colorado Mesa has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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).