Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
48 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Animation
Area of study
Arts
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
This program prepares students for careers in animation and special effects, with a focus on industry-relevant skills. Graduates have gone on to work for major companies in the field, including Disney, Dreamworks, and Sony Pictures Imageworks. The program is designed to meet the growing demand for animators and special effects artists, with a projected 8% job growth over the next decade.
Program Outline
Careers:
- Jobs related to animation and special effects are expected to grow 8% over the next decade according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
- **The BLS reports the median salary for animators is nearly $100,000.
- **Webster graduates work in the animation, video games and comics industries with companies, such as Disney, Dreamworks, Sony Pictures Imageworks, Digital Domain, Industrial Light and Magic, Riot Games, Image Comics, Motion Picture Company, Insomniac Games, IDW, Double Negative, Titmouse, Bento Box Entertainment, Dark Horse, Stoopid Buddy, Oni and Joe Murray Studio.
- **Webster alumni have worked on films, television, video games and animations, such as "Frozen," "The Avengers," "Raya and the Last Dragon," "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story," "Moana," "Doctor Strange," "Zootopia," "Game of Thrones," "Dune," "Hotel Transylvania," "The Wolverine," "Godzilla: King of the Monsters," "Guardians of the Galaxy," "How to Train Your Dragon," "Captain America: The Winter Soldier," "Kung Fu Panda 3," "King Kong," "Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace," "The Spongebob Movie: Sponge Out of Water," "Pacific Rim," "Apollo 13," "Beowulf" and all three installments of "The Lord of the Rings. "**
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About University
Webster University
Overview:
Webster University is an independent, non-profit institution with a long history of providing high-quality learning experiences. It serves over 13,000 students across the United States and internationally. Webster University is known for its commitment to academic excellence, global citizenship, and individual excellence.
Services Offered:
Webster University offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Academic Resources:
Academic calendar, academic integrity resources, accommodations, bookstore, class schedules, course catalog, library, military services, registrar's office, transcripts, and Webster University Online.Student Support:
Admissions, advising, athletics, career services, commencement, counseling for students, current student resources, financial aid, housing, international student services, student health services, student life, study abroad, university center, and visit campus.Other:
Summer camps, alumni services, community engagement, diversity, equity & inclusion, faculty development center, faculty and staff directory, global citizenship program, human resources, mission and history, nondiscriminatory policy, office of privacy, public safety, technology, and university leadership.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Webster University offers a vibrant campus experience with a focus on community and engagement. Students can participate in a variety of activities, including:
Welcome Week:
A week-long event filled with activities, events, and opportunities to meet new people and explore the campus.Therapy Animals:
Students can take a break on the Quad with therapy animals provided by DuoDogs.Social Events:
Welcome Week includes events like tie-dye, pancake breakfasts, bubble soccer, crafternoons, and silent discos.Campus Resources:
Students have access to a variety of resources, including the Quad, residence halls, and the University Center.Key Reasons to Study There:
Quality Education:
Webster University is recognized worldwide as an accessible and accredited institution.Flexible and Affordable Options:
Coursework is designed for today's student, allowing for a balance between work and life commitments.International Perspective:
Students have the opportunity to participate in study abroad programs and gain a global perspective.Academic Programs:
Webster University offers over 160 programs, including:
Undergraduate Programs:
Biology, Computer Science, Film, Television and Video Studies, International Relations, and more.Graduate Programs:
Counseling, Cybersecurity Operations, MBA with an Emphasis in Analytics, Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice, and more.Webster University Online Programs:
Data Analytics, Doctor of Education, MHA Health Administration, Psychology, and more.Certificates:
Applied Behavior Analysis, Cybersecurity, Digital Marketing Management, Paralegal Studies, and more.Other:
Global Footprint:
Webster University has campuses and locations around the world, including Europe, Asia, and the United States.Military Locations:
Webster University offers unmatched programming at its military locations.News and Events:
Webster University has a robust news and events calendar, featuring alumni spotlights, summer camps, and other noteworthy happenings.Top Rankings:
Webster University is ranked among the top 20% of Midwest Regional Universities in the U.S. News & World Report's "Best Colleges" category.Virtual Tour:
Students can take a virtual tour of the Webster Groves campus from anywhere in the world.Total programs
165
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