Admission Requirements - BFA

Deadline for Fall Admission

DigiPen is now accepting applications for the upcoming school year. Click here to apply online or to download Application forms.

Applicants to the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Production Animation program at DigiPen Institute of Technology compete for a limited number of seats. In general, those who exceed the minimum admission requirements are more likely to be accepted.

Minimum Application Requirements for the B.F.A. in Production Animation Program

As a minimum requirement, all applicants must:

• Have achieved proficiency in the English language. Non-native English speakers must provide a minimum TOEFL score of 550 (paper exam) or 213 (computer exam).
• Have completed Grade 12 or the equivalent with a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA.
• Submit ten (10) to twenty (20) samples from his or her art portfolio. Fifty percent of the student's portfolio should demonstrate his or her artistic range and skill. DigiPen prefers samples of animation, figure/animal studies, character designs, architectural renderings, landscape studies, sculpture, and painting. The second half of the portfolio must be drawings from direct observation. This work may not be from photos or other 2D reference or from the student's imagination. If necessary, DigiPen may request more samples for review. Please send only copies of your work and not the originals since your submissions will not be returned.

Please keep in mind that these are the MINIMUM requirements; admission to DigiPen's degree programs is highly competitive and is based on academic records and evidence of creative potential. The actual minimum cutoff of students admitted may be higher due to the quality of applications received.