Master of Fine Arts in Animation

Illuminate fantastical realms and characters that launch careers, bring joy to fans, and take the world by storm. Named a top animation program in the U.S. year after year by Animation Career Review, SCAD provides every resource to help you develop your signature style in 2D, 3D, and stop-motion animation, digital modeling, rigging, lighting, and look development. As you work with top companies and peers, you’ll become a pro at collaboration — just like in the real world.

Unofficial and official transcripts- Graduate applicants may receive a preliminary offer of admission based upon unofficial transcripts/mark sheets from their last degree-bearing institution. Prior to enrollment at SCAD, proof of completion of the bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent) must be received by SCAD. All transcripts/mark sheets must be in English or accompanied by a certified English translation. Portfolio, audition, or writing submission- The portfolio should be specific to the intended course of study, should represent the applicant’s best work examples, and should demonstrate a high level of craft presented asprofessionally as possible. The portfolio, audition, or writing submission is scored according to arubric relevant to the intended course of study and type of submission.Recommendations- Two letters of recommendation should be provided by professors, advisers, supervisors,or community leaders who have had immediate contact with the applicant, and who haveknowledge of the applicant’s level of commitment and history of achievement.Resume- The résumé should document educational credentials as well as professional and otheremployment such as internships or field experience in the intended area of graduate study, andshould list commissioned works, exhibitions, performances, publications, honors, memberships,interests, and activities, including volunteer work.Statement of purpose- The statement should be a 500- to 750-word overview of the applicant’s academic andprofessional accomplishments and should demonstrate a high level of interest in and a highlydeveloped understanding of the discipline. The applicant should describe knowledge of thediscipline, approach to past work, qualifications for graduate study and intended focus, as wellas personal and professional goals.