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Accredited Online Computer Animation Programs

Westwood College, the highest ranking school below, will train students through its computer animation programs to become computer animators, animators, animation designers, animation artists, etc. and set them up well for future employment. At present, there are 28,800 people employed as multimedia artists and animators alone in the US, and their average annual salary is $62,810.

• creating animations
• drawing animations
• using art

• Journal of Visualization & Computer Animation »
• Computer Animation & Virtual Worlds »
• Computer Graphics World »
• Simulation »
• Animation Magazine »
• Animation Journal »
• Animation World »
• Anime Fantastique »
• Visual Magic »
• International Journal of Shape Modeling »

• SIGGRAPH: Computer Graphics and Interactive Techniques »
• Ringling College of Art and Design »
• The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Computer Society »
• Visual Effects Society »
• The International Animated Film Society »
• Animation Writers Caucus »
• Animated GIF Artists Guild »
• The Association of Moving Image Archivists »
• Louisiana State University Electrical and Computer Engineering Department »
• Graphic Artists Guild »

Ranked by Excellence

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Total Programs	11
Subject Areas	37





Bachelor Degree - Animation

Westwood College's Bachelor Degree in Animation program is intended for students who are interested in a career in animation. The program combines general education courses with graphic design instruction. Graphic design topics include drawing and rendering techniques, 2D animation, 3D animation, digital animation, and digital color theory. Before completing the program, students have the opportunity to complete an animation project and develop a professional portfolio.

Prereq Degree	Highs school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Credit Transfer Restrictions	Westwood College has established articulation agreements with select high schools and colleges enabling students to achieve advanced standing at Westwood.* Under these agreements, students are able to apply previous college level credits earned in the past towards their degree fulfillment at Westwood.
Courses	Introduction to Drawing and Perspective » Digital Image Editing » Introduction to Animation » Life Drawing for Animation » 2D Animation » Digital Animation » Fundamentals of 3D » Digital Color Theory » Advanced Drawing and Perspective » Sequential Art and Visual Narrative » Intermediate 3D » Materials and Lighting » Advanced 3D » Character Development and Setup » Advanced Digital Effects » Advanced Character Animation » Digital Editing for Animation » 3D Simulation » Animation Portfolio Review » Art History » Communication Skills » Public Speaking » College Writing I » College Writing II » Creative Writing » Ethical and Critical Thinking » Humanities » Introduction to Literature » Science Fiction and Fantasy » Literature and Film » American Government » Political Science » Introduction to Psychology » Human Relations » Research Methodologies » College Mathematics » Introduction to Statistics » Introduction to Physical Science » Earth Science » Computer Applications » Introduction to Psychology » Success Strategies » Career Management »

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Total Programs	14
Subject Areas	31





Computer Animation Bachelors - Online

It hasn’t been that long since “animation” meant teams of artists working long hours to make individual 2D cels. For most of the 20th century, that was the way animated shows and features were made. But the 21st century has seen computers become essential tools for animators, with increased processing power and more sophisticated software combining to move the bulk of animation from the cel to the CPU. Whether for animated shows and feature fi lms, video games, or as special effects in live-action fi lms, computer animation is an integral part of the way artists get their vision onto screens. To become one of those artists, you’ll need to understand the art, the techniques, and the technology that professional animators use to bring their creations to life. You’ll start that process in the creative and collaborative environment of our Computer Animation Center. In this atmosphere, you’ll learn the tools of the trade that you’ll need to become a 21st century 3D Artist.

Prereq Info	http://online.fullsail.edu/admissions/overview/requirements
Prereq Degree	You must have a High School diploma or GED. This must be from a recognized and accredited school.
Credit Transfer Restrictions	Students who have applied to Full Sail may request credit for previous education. To be eligible for transfer credit, applicants must have successfully completed courses from another accredited postsecondary educational institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education similar in scope and content to Full Sail courses, and received a grade of C or better. For the Entertainment Business and Music Business Bachelor of Science Degree Programs, graduates with an associate’s degree or higher from another accredited postsecondary educational institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education may be eligible to transfer credits towards the completion of this degree. To be eligible, the previous degree should be related to the educational program objectives of the Entertainment Business Bachelor’s Degree.
Courses	2D Animation » 3D Foundations » Animation Preproduction » Animation Production » Art Creation for Games » Character Animation I » Compositing and Scene Finishing II » Demo Reel Creation » Fundamentals of Animation » Fundamentals of Art I » Methods of Design » Fundamentals of Art II » Portfolio Content Creation II » Portfolio Content Creation III » Production Modeling » Project Management and Assessment I, II, III » Model Creation » Portfolio Content Creation I » Shading and Lighting » College Mathematics » English Composition I » Ethics and Psychology » Fundamentals of Physics » Geometry and Measurement » Historical Archetypes & Mythology » Interpersonal Communication » Psychology of Human Interaction » Public Speaking » Character Animation II » Character Design and Creation » Character Rigging I » Character Rigging II » Compositing Fundamentals » College Mathematics » Ethics and Psychology » Fundamentals of Physics » Geometry and Measurement » Historical Archetypes and Mythology » Interpersonal Communications » Public Speaking » 2D Animation » 3D Foundations » Animation Preproduction » Animation Production » Art Creation for Games » Character Animation I » Character Animation II » Character Design and Creation » Character Rigging I » Character Rigging II » Compositing Fundamentals » Compositing and Scene Finishing I » Compositing and Scene Finishing II » Demo Reel Creation » Fundamentals of Animation » Fundamentals of Art I » Fundamentals of Art II » Methods of Design » Model Creation » Portfolio Content Creation I » Portfolio Content Creation II » Portfolio Content Creation III » Production Modeling » Project Management and Assessment I » Project Management and Assessment II » Project Management and Assessment III » Shading and Lighting »

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Total Programs	30
Subject Areas	241





Multimedia Tech Associates - Digital Design and Animation

Graduates of this program know basic theories of visual design, object modeling, project management, and portfolio development. They understand business and can apply this understanding to multimedia projects. Graduates can develop and guide visual designs and digital projects from concept to product using techniques from both traditional art and multimedia design, and industrystandard software tools and applications. They have skills in critical thinking, communication, and project management, and can apply these skills to serve their businesses. They can apply, analyze, and evaluate theories and techniques of digital design and animation. Graduates value critical thinking, communication, diverse perspectives, technology and information literacy, lifelong learning, collaborative project development, and honesty and integrity in applying their multimedia design and animation skills to supporting users and businesses.

Concentration	Digital Design and Animation
Prereq Degree	High school diploma or equivalent. (GED)
Credit Transfer Restrictions	Rasmussen College welcomes transfer students who want to complete an in-demand degree and start a successful new career. If you’ve already earned college credit from an accredited 2- or 4-year college or university after graduating from high school, we invite you to speak with a transfer specialist about our seamless transfer policy.‡ With a thorough, yet efficient, transcript evaluation, our transfer specialists will help make your transition smooth as possible so you can save time and money as you start your path to completing your degree.
Courses	Drawing Design and Art Theory » Introduction to 3D Arts and Animation » 3-Dimensional Animation » Introduction to Business » E-Commerce » Project Planning and Documentation » Professional Communication » Success Strategies » Career Development » Introduction to Computer Graphics » Introduction to Multimedia Design » Typography » Digital Publishing » Color Theory and Techniques » Digital Media Production » Fundamentals of Web Authoring and Design » Digital Media Assembly » Multimedia Technologies » Multimedia Portfolio Development »

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Top 20 US Computer Animation Schools (campus and online)

University of Pennsylvania
Total Programs	188
Number of Subjects	140
Rank in USA	5th

University of Southern California
Total Programs	251
Number of Subjects	166
Rank in USA	10th

Texas A & M University
Total Programs	167
Number of Subjects	135
Rank in USA	36th

Carnegie Mellon University
Total Programs	167
Number of Subjects	115
Rank in USA	44th

University of California-Irvine
Total Programs	120
Number of Subjects	90
Rank in USA	49th

University of Miami
Total Programs	177
Number of Subjects	151
Rank in USA	69th

American University
Total Programs	118
Number of Subjects	105
Rank in USA	97th

Marist College
Total Programs	81
Number of Subjects	95
Rank in USA	120th

Rochester Institute of Technology
Total Programs	1
Number of Subjects	108
Rank in USA	137th

Loyola University Chicago
Total Programs	160
Number of Subjects	125
Rank in USA	144th

Emerson College
Total Programs	33
Number of Subjects	40
Rank in USA	145th

University of Denver
Total Programs	136
Number of Subjects	121
Rank in USA	148th

Duquesne University
Total Programs	152
Number of Subjects	127
Rank in USA	166th

Indiana Wesleyan University
Total Programs	117
Number of Subjects	116
Rank in USA	227th

DigiPen Institute of Technology
Total Programs	9
Number of Subjects	18
Rank in USA	230th

University of Idaho
Total Programs	150
Number of Subjects	127
Rank in USA	243rd

Mercer University
Total Programs	97
Number of Subjects	99
Rank in USA	246th

Baldwin-Wallace College
Total Programs	86
Number of Subjects	86
Rank in USA	253rd

Dominican University
Total Programs	88
Number of Subjects	88
Rank in USA	263rd

Elmhurst College
Total Programs	88
Number of Subjects	84
Rank in USA	273rd