MA in Animation (Florham)

Entry Requirements For Postgraduate Programs

Application Fees : US$ 50

1. Academic Qualifications: International applicants for postgraduate programs at FDU are required to hold a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from an accredited institution. The degree should demonstrate a strong academic record, with a minimum GPA equivalent to 65% or higher on a scale of 100%.

2. English Language Proficiency: 

• IELTS: Overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 5.5.
• TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language - Internet-based Test): Overall score of 70.
• DET (Duolingo English Test): Overall score of 100.
• PTE: Overall score of 53.

Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) recognizes the importance of providing financial assistance to international students pursuing higher education in the United States. To support talented and deserving students from around the world, FDU offers a range of scholarships and financial aid opportunities specifically designed for international students.

1. Global Scholars Program: The Global Scholars Program is one of the flagship scholarships at FDU, available for high-achieving international students. This merit-based scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate outstanding academic performance, leadership skills, and a commitment to community service. The scholarship covers a significant portion of tuition costs and is renewable for up to four years, based on continued academic excellence.

2. International Transfer Scholarship: FDU offers a Transfer Scholarship exclusively for international students who are transferring from other accredited institutions. This scholarship recognizes the academic achievements of transfer students and provides financial support to help them complete their degrees at FDU.

3. International Student Graduate Scholarship: For international students pursuing postgraduate studies at FDU, the International Student Graduate Scholarship offers financial assistance to offset tuition expenses. The scholarship is available to students who meet the academic criteria for graduate programs and demonstrate exceptional promise in their chosen fields of study.

4. United Nations Scholarships: FDU is one of the few universities in the United States to offer scholarships to dependents of United Nations staff members. These scholarships are available to international students who are children or spouses of UN employees, making education more accessible to this specific group of students.

5. Private Scholarships and Grants: In addition to FDU's own scholarships, international students can explore private scholarships and grants offered by external organizations, foundations, and government agencies in their home countries or internationally. FDU's financial aid office assists students in identifying and applying for external funding opportunities.

Application Process and Eligibility: Eligibility criteria and application procedures for scholarships at FDU vary based on the specific scholarship programs. In general, international students are required to submit their academic transcripts, standardized test scores (if applicable), letters of recommendation, and a statement of purpose along with their scholarship applications.

Graduates of the MA in Animation program at Fairleigh Dickinson University have various career prospects in the animation industry and related fields.

1. Animation Studios: Graduates can work for animation studios as 2D or 3D animators, character designers, storyboard artists, or visual effects artists. They contribute to animated films, television shows, commercials, video games, and other media productions.

2. Advertising and Marketing: Graduates can pursue careers in the advertising and marketing industry, creating animated advertisements, promotional videos, and interactive media content for companies and brands.

3. Educational Institutions: Graduates can work in educational settings, developing animated content for e-learning platforms, educational videos, and interactive learning materials.

4. Game Development: Graduates can enter the gaming industry as game animators, working on the creation of characters, environments, and animations for video games.

5. Freelancing: Some graduates may choose to work as freelance animators, providing animation services to clients for various projects, including short films, explainer videos, and corporate presentations.

6. Motion Graphics: Graduates can work in motion graphics, creating animated visual elements for television, film, web, and multimedia projects.

7. Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality: With the rise of virtual reality and augmented reality, graduates can explore opportunities in these emerging fields, creating immersive and interactive experiences.

8. Educational Institutions: Graduates can pursue teaching positions in animation programs at universities, colleges, and art schools, sharing their expertise and knowledge with future animators.

9. Entrepreneurship: Some graduates may choose to start their own animation studios or creative businesses, producing original animated content or providing animation services to clients.