Unlock your creativity and master the art of bringing stories to life with a blend of traditional studio practices and cutting-edge animation techniques, earning the skills and knowledge to excel in the dynamic world of animation and digital arts.
Locations
- Statesboro Campus
Why Get your BFA in Animation from Georgia Southern University?
Majoring in Animation at Georgia Southern is a dynamic and enriching educational experience tailored for aspiring artists and storytellers.
Our Bachelor of Fine Arts program combines rigorous coursework in both 2D and 3D animation with interdisciplinary studies in English, Film, and Multimedia Production. This unique approach not only enhances your technical skills but also fosters creativity and narrative development, enabling you to craft compelling visual stories that resonate with audiences. Throughout your studies, you’ll engage in hands-on learning opportunities, collaborate with peers and industry professionals, and participate in exhibitions and workshops that showcase your work.
At Georgia Southern, we are committed to nurturing your artistic journey in a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and creative exploration. By the end of your senior year, you will have a polished portfolio that reflects your artistic vision and technical mastery, preparing you for a variety of career paths in animation and beyond. Our program also serves as a solid foundation for further academic pursuits, with many graduates successfully advancing to Master of Fine Arts programs and other specialized education in the arts.
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What Can You Do With a BFA in Animation?
With an Animation degree from Georgia Southern, you’ll gain the skills to pursue an exciting career in the animation and digital arts industries.
Whether your passion lies in 2D or 3D animation, visual storytelling, or motion graphics, an Animation degree equips you for roles such as character animator, storyboard artist, visual effects artist, or concept designer. You’ll also be prepared for positions in film editing, game design, and art direction.
Our program’s comprehensive curriculum not only hones your artistic and technical abilities but also develops critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills, making you a versatile professional in today’s competitive job market.
Where our graduates work:
- Film and Television
- Brand Marketing
- Marketing Agency
- Media and Broadcasting
- Fine Art
- Museum/Art Center
What our graduates do:
- Visual Storyteller, Illustrator, Storyboard Artist
- Motion Graphics Artist
- 3D Animator
- 2D Animator
- Technical Designer
- Graphic Designer/Animator
- Technical Animator
- Character Animator
- Art Director, Creative Director
- Animation Editor
- Narrative Animator
- Film and Video Editor
- Background Painter
- Character Rigger
- Concept Artist
- Digital Painter
- Effects Animator
- Lighting Technician
- Visual Development Artist
- Forensic Animator
- Visual Effects Artists
What You’ll Learn
Acquire a comprehensive animation skill set that merges technical expertise with creative storytelling.
You’ll explore both 2D and 3D animation techniques, gaining proficiency in industry-standard software while developing your artistic voice. Your coursework will encompass a variety of subjects, including visual storytelling, character design, and motion graphics, allowing you to construct engaging narratives through animation.
Our program emphasizes hands-on learning, enabling you to create a professional portfolio and complete an Animation Production project that showcases your abilities. By the end of your studies here at Georgia Southern University, you’ll have the knowledge and experience needed to thrive in a competitive job market or pursue advanced education in the arts.
Arts Buildings (Statesboro)
With resources like large-format printers, laser engravers, video equipment, and bookbinding materials, the Arts Building has everything you need to let your creativity soar.
– The Arts Building is home to these classes and resources:
– 2D Design Studio
– 3D Digital Studio
– Animation
– Drawing
– Faculty Offices
– Graduate Studios
– Graphic Communications
– Graphic Design
– Painting
– Print, Paper & Book Arts
– Student Resource Center
– Print & Prototype Center
Ceramics and Sculpture Building (Statesboro)
Get hands-on in the ceramics studio, put your skills to work in the woodshop, or map out your next project in the 3D design studio.
The Ceramics studio is home to these classes and resources:
- 3D Design Studio
- Ceramics Studios
- Faculty Offices
- Foundry
- Glaze Calculation Lab
- Graduate Studios
- Sculpture Studio
- Woodshop
Center for Art and Theatre (Statesboro)
Find visual inspiration, the freedom to express yourself, and quiet spaces to focus in the Center for Art and Theatre.
The Center for Art and Theatre is home to these classes and resources:
- Administrative Offices
- Betty Foy Sanders Georgia Artists Collection Gallery
- Smith Callaway Banks Southern Folk Art Gallery
- Contemporary and University Galleries
- Sculpture Garden
- Black Box Theatre
Fine Arts Hall (Armstrong)
From painting to photography to printmaking, Armstrong Campus Art students can find studio art resources in the Fine Arts Hall.
The Fine Arts Hall is home to these classes and resources:
- 3D Design Studio
- Administrative Offices
- Fine Arts Gallery
- Art Education
- Drawing
- Fibers
- Painting
- Photography (Darkroom)
- Printmaking
- Theatre & Music Classrooms
- Armstrong Box Office and Fine Arts Auditorium
Annex II (Armstrong)
Annex II is where Armstrong Campus Art students get hands-on in the ceramics studio, put their skills to work in the woodshop, or map out their next project in the 3D design studio.
Annex II is home to these classes and resources:
- 2D Design Studio
- 3D Design Studio
- Ceramics Studios
- Glaze Calculation Lab
- Woodshop
Solms Hall (Armstrong)
Solms Hall is home to these classes and resources:
- Art History
- Digital Photography
- Other departments also teach classes in this building.
Take Action
Follow these steps to complete the Georgia Southern application:
- Create an application account.
- Complete our online application using the PIN you received after creating your application account.
- Once complete, pay the $30 application fee or upload a valid fee waiver. Previous Georgia Southern applicants and dual enrollment students do not need to pay the fee.
You can check your application status at My.GeorgiaSouthern.edu/admissions three days after completing your application. This page contains live information about your admission status, including a checklist of missing documents we need to make a decision.
Apply to the Masterâs program Transfer to Georgia SouthernWhile the BFSDoArt offers more than $20,000 in scholarships annually, Georgia Southern offers a multitude of other scholarship opportunities for first-time freshmen, transfer and continuing students who demonstrate strong academic and creative achievement across all three campuses.
Anna Kolesar Dorr Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility: Undergraduate (freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior) majoring in any subject housed within the BFSDoArt on the Armstrong Campus, shall be completing their degree primarily at the Armstrong Campus, 3.0 cumulative GPA, shall demonstrate financial need to retain the scholarship during their time at Georgia Southern and the BFSDoArt.
Number of Awards Given: 1
Beatrice and Bert Liles Scholarship (Art)
Eligibility: Undergraduate junior or senior majoring in art or music, demonstrate unmet financial need, good scholarship potential and/or ability.
Number of Awards Given: 1
Betty Foy Sanders Scholarships
Eligibility: Undergraduate Art, Fine Arts, or Art Education Major full-time enrollment.
Number of Awards Given: 3
Betty Foy Sanders Student Travel Fund Scholarship
Eligibility: Undergraduate and graduate BFSDoArt students enrolled in a Georgia Southern study abroad program. Applicant must have already applied for study abroad.
Number of Awards Given: 4
Charles and Jo Elliot Jones Visual and Performing Arts Scholarship
Eligibility: Undergraduate visual or performing arts major; rising sophomore, junior, or senior; actively involved with fine art department activities; full-time enrollment; grades considered.
Number of Awards Given: 1
Drs. Rebecca and Paul Nagy Scholarship
Eligibility: Undergraduate visual art major, full-time enrollment, awarded to support conferences, research, and travel related to the student’s academic studies.
Number of Awards Given: 1
Eagle Nation on Parade Scholarship
Eligibility: Undergraduate art major, full-time enrollment.
Number of Awards Given: 1-2
Rosalind D. Ragans Art Scholarship
Eligibility: Undergraduate Studio Art, 2D or 3D Art Major, full-time enrollment.
Number of Awards Given: 1
Pat Walker Scholarship in Painting
Eligibility: Award supports a student that demonstrates sustained studio practice and investment in the medium of painting, full-time enrollment.
Number of Awards Given: 1
Carolyn Joyner Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility: Graduate Student researching textile art or fiber-based artform.
Number of Awards Given: 1
Rosalind D. Ragans Art Scholarship
Eligibility: Undergraduate Studio Art, 2D or 3D Art Major, full-time enrollment.
Number of Awards Given: 1
Roxie Remely Scholarship
Eligibility: Graduate Student pursuing 2D or 3D, full-time enrollment.
Number of Awards Given: 1
Take the Next Step
Ready to unlock your creativity and master the art of bringing stories to life through animation? Learn more about getting your BFA in Animation at Georgia Southern University.
Contact Us
Betty Foy Sanders Department of Art
P.O. Box 8032
Statesboro, GA 30460-8032
Phone: 912-478-5358
Fax: 912-478-5104
art@georgiasouthern.edu