Digital Media and Animation
Design, animate, and create with digital media and animation.
At Alfred State, you’ll bring your creativity to life in one of the nation’s top programs, ranked in the top 25 nationally (AnimationCareerReview.com, 2024). You’ll develop both technical and artistic skills while building a professional portfolio that showcases your talent. Real-world experience in animation, interactive media, and design will prepare you for exciting careers in today’s creative industries.
Pioneer Quotes:
"DMA students enjoy their program and make great work." -Paul Tracy, Westwood Studios, Rochester, NY
"There is such a broad range of potential jobs for DMA graduates." - Caitlyn Redden, '12, Interaction Designer, ITX Corp
Student Work Highlights
Program Details
Courses You May Take
DGMA4003: 2D Animation
Credits: 0-3
DGMA6203: Motion Graphics
Credits: 0-3
DGMA6413: Advanced Animation
Credits: 0-3
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Entrance Requirements
Required
- Algebra
- Geometry
Recommended
- Algebra 2
SKILLS YOU'LL LEARN
In the AAS program, you’ll master foundational software, hardware, and animation workflows while also building strong critique, presentation, and communication skills. As you advance into the BS, you’ll take on larger studio projects that mirror real-world production environments. You’ll integrate theory and history into practice, collaborate on advanced coursework, and gain professional-level experience that prepares you to enter the creative field with confidence.
Facilities and Labs
Alfred State provides labs, equipment, and learning spaces that mirror the tools and technology used in the real world.
With 200+ labs on campus and experiential learning in every major, you’ll work with the same resources the pros use and be ready for the workplace on day one.
LAND A GREAT CAREER
Wondering where your skills can take you? Our career tool lets you explore real job titles, key skills, salary ranges, and job outlook data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics nationally or for New York State.
See how your Alfred State degree connects directly to in-demand careers and start planning your future with confidence.
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TAKE THE NEXT STEP
You've seen our wide variety of majors at Alfred State, our great faculty who help you build your skills, and that you can do it at an incredible low cost. Now's the time to become an Alfred State Pioneer.
