MFA Animation

Course Overview The DePaul Animation MFA is a terminal degree designed for serious artists seeking to make original animated filmmaking their vocation. This rigorous, project-based program is centered on intensive faculty mentorship, helping each student develop a unique personal vision and push the boundaries of the medium. Students work within a supportive cohort model and graduate with a professionally-ready thesis project. Key Program Highlights Direct, intensive mentorship from internationally recognized artist/animators and a large full-time faculty A project-based, cohort model focused on creating a professionally-ready MFA thesis film Access to a vast array of courses in traditional, 3D, stop-motion, and experimental animation techniques State-of-the-art facilities including Cintiq labs, stop-motion stages, 3D printing, and motion capture technology Unique opportunities to collaborate with DePaul’s renowned Theatre School and School of Music