Admission Requirements for Master of Fine Arts

Digital Media Arts College (DMAC) applicants are reviewed by qualified academic leaders and industry professionals who comprise its Admissions Committee. Students of all levels of skill and experience are encouraged to apply for admission. Applicants will be reviewed on individual basis, taking into consideration prior knowledge, achievement, and creative potential. Applicants who do not demonstrate adequate preparation for or potential to benefit from DMAC’s college-level programs may be denied admission. DMAC does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, religion, or disability.

The Application for Admission is required for the following programs at DMAC:

Master of Fine Arts in Visual Effects Animation: The MFA program in Visual Effects Animation focuses on the preparation of the artist to meet the challenges of tomorrow’s academic and production institutions. The MFA curriculum requires the completion of 60 semester hours, which can be completed in 4-5 semesters of full-time study.

Master of Fine Arts in Web Design: The MFA in Web Design gives students an historical understanding of graphic design which allows students to be technically and artistically proficient in their field. The MFA in Web Design curriculum requires the completion of 60 semester hours, which can be completed in 4-5 semesters of full-time study.

Requirements for Admission

Bachelor’s Degree: Admission to MFA programs requires a Bachelor’s degree. With the applicant’s written approval, DMAC will order an official or certified copy of the applicant’s transcripts.

Resume: should document educational credentials, as well as professional and other employment such as internships or field experience in the intended area of graduate study, and should list commissioned works, exhibitions, honors, memberships, interests and activities, including volunteer work.

Portfolio: A portfolio/demo reel is required for admission into the Master of Fine Arts program at DMAC. Portfolios of original work (compact discs, copies, color photocopies, slides or videotape only, please) that are sent to us will not be returned. DMAC assumes no responsibility for original pieces of artwork received. MFA applicants, who are passionate about the arts and art education but do not yet have a Base Demo Reel/Portfolio produced, must submit 2 Letters of Recommendation and a one-page typed Essay describing the applicant’s goals and interests for Graduate School.