program overview
embark on your animation journey online.
welcome to the graduate level animation foundations certificate, a transformative program designed for beginning animators and artists who aspire to delve into the vibrant world of animation. whether you come from a background in graphic design, fine arts, or are stepping into the realm of animation for the first time, our certificate is crafted to enhance your skills in key areas of animation, preparing you for a successful career in this dynamic industry.
your animation career starts here. dive into the world of animation with confidence and creativity. this animation foundations certificate offers a comprehensive pathway for you to master fundamental animation skills, guided by industry experts. by the end of the program, you'll have not only improved your artistic abilities but also gained a solid understanding of animation principles that will serve as the cornerstone of your career in animation.
apply today and take the first step towards becoming a skilled animator, ready to bring your unique visions to life in the ever-evolving world of animation.
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customize your degree (stackable mfa)
certificate + certificate + certificate + capstone = stackable master of fine arts
combine this certificate with two others in creative arts sectors to craft your own master of fine arts degree program. our stackable certificates offer not only versatility but also an economical path to a prestigious qualification. pave your way toward an mfa in entertainment, design & creative enterprise – a degree that stands as the pinnacle of achievement in the fine arts. learn more about the mfa stackable degree.
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coming soon: cg advanced animation program
in fall 2025, this program will be the perfect bridge to advanced proficiency for individuals already grounded in the fundamentals. the curriculum will focus on advanced character animation techniques, complex cg modeling and texturing, storytelling and conceptualization, as well as rigging and skinning characters for animation, using the latest industry-standard software and tools.
please email melissa.forte [at] lipscomb.edu (melissa forte) for more information on this upcoming program.
admissions requirements
* due to high demand enrollment is limited
all applicants to the animation foundations certificate graduate program must submit the following:
- application form. each applicant must complete an application form. the application form is available at grad.lipscomb.edu/apply.
- application fee. each application should be accompanied by a $50 nonrefundable application fee.
- official transcript(s). each applicant must submit an official transcript, showing degree conferral when appropriate, from all schools attended. official transcript(s) undergraduate degrees with a cumulative 3.0 gpa will receive priority consideration.
- personal statement
- two letters of recommendation
- résumé
* the admission process also includes an interview which will be scheduled through the program director.
