Program Overview
The Film and Animation at Rochester Institute of Technology is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Film and Animation programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 41,804 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 41,804 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Rochester, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Film and Animation programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Basic Sound Recording
- Graduate Seminar
- History and Aesthetics of Animation
- 3D Animation Fundamentals
- Stop Motion Puppet Fundamentals
- 2D Animation I: Fundamentals
- 30-Second Film
- Animated Acting Principles
- Pre-production for Animators
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To be considered for admission to the MFA in film and animation, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:
- Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university,
- Submit an on-line portfolio of work that demonstrates the applicant\'s skills, visual sophistication, and aesthetic awareness,
- Submit official transcripts (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work,
- Submit a 2 to 3 minute on-line self portrait video,
- Submit two letters of recommendation,
- Submit a personal statement of purpose detailing why the candidate wants to attend graduate school and what they will bring to the program, and
- Complete a graduate application.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 41,804 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 41,804 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 41,804 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 41,804 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Rochester Institute of Technology directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, United States
Rochester Institute of Technology is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months