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Master of Fine Arts in Animation (STEM) Study Group - DePaul University Study Group - DePaul University, USA

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USD 22920

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 75

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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80

TOEFL

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65%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The Animation MFA is the premiere degree of the DePaul graduate Animation program. It’s designed for students who are interested in creating original animated films and artwork as their main vocation, and is the terminal degree in the field.

The DePaul Animation MFA program is centered around a fall-through-spring single project model, in which students are closely mentored by faculty. During the first year students spend the majority of their time working on a film they complete under the tutelage of one of the two Animation MFA Co-Chairs, Amy Lockhart and Jacob Ciocci. They also choose MFA Faculty Mentors from our full-time faculty, who regularly consult with them on their projects. Students are helped to develop a personal vision and push the limits of their abilities and the potential of animation as an expressive medium.

During their second year, students begin work with one of the MFA Co-Chairs on their MFA Thesis Project, and assemble their MFA Thesis Committee for regular feedback. The program uses the cohort model, so students will work alongside their peers throughout their degree. Animation MFA students also receive rigorous training in the history, critical artistic issues, and fundamental principles that are necessary for animation artists. The degree is intended for those with undergraduate degrees in Animation, Film, Art, Graphic Design, Illustration and other visual art areas.

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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 17 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025, Jun 2025

Closed

Jan 2025, Jun 2024, Sep 2024, Mar 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

    6.5 IELTS Score
    80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    53 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    115 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    65% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    22920

    Tuition Fee
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    USD 75

    Application Fee
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    19000 Per year

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    Scholarships

    University  Level  Program  Initial Scholarship Amount Years 2-4 Scholarship
    DePaul University Undergraduate Direct Admit $15,000 to $24,000 $15,000 to $24,000
     Graduate Direct Admit: College of Computing & Digital Media For Fall 2024: CDM Presidential Scholarship of $6,000 to $9,000 over 6 consecutive terms for computing related degrees N/A
    Direct Admit: Kellstadt Graduate School of Business 2.0 to 2.69 GPA: $500 per course (up to 12 courses) Total scholarship up to $6,000 2.7 and above GPA: $650 per course (up to 12 courses) Total scholarship up to $7,800 N/A
    Direct Admit: College of Liberal Arts and Sciences & College of Science and Health Graduate Presidential Scholarship: $12,000 for any of the following programs: Applied Mathematics MS, Applied Statistics MS, Chemistry MS, Environmental Science MS, and Sustainable Urban Development MA. (details) N/A

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