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Bachelor of Fine Arts in Game Art and Animation

Northeastern University - Boston Campus

USA,Massachusetts

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60 Months

Duration

CAD 54,360/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

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USA, Massachusetts

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1898

Total Students: 48,812 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

360 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA

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Additional Info
Scholarships
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Bachelor of Fine Arts in Game Art and Animation

Program Overview

Game art and animation offers students an opportunity to master visual arts and animation within the game medium. The program focuses on developing the depth of knowledge required to be successful in a highly competitive industry. The continuing revolution in digital computing and animation has produced a rapidly evolving field for artists who create aesthetics, characters, and environments for games. The major encourages students to think critically and work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams. The collaborative approach helps all team members to understand the context in which their asset contributions are used and to develop visual design skills in the service of larger experiential goals. Students have many opportunities to collaborate with their peers and work with students in the BS in computer science and game development and BFA in games majors, culminating in a two-semester senior capstone. Students will have a home college in the College of Arts, Media and Design but will have a minimum of four interdisciplinary courses where students interact and work together with students in the other degrees.

Working in the interdisciplinary game areas, the program fosters experiential learning opportunities utilizing diverse intersections of skills merging artistic practice and expression blended with technology. Focus is on establishing core skills that engage critical thinking in preparation for professional practice in game art and asset creation or moving on to advanced study. Students will have an opportunity to develop tools to succeed, eagerness to innovate, and skills to become next-generation entrepreneurs in an ever-changing games and media landscape. Practical and technical experiential training will be offered via Northeastern’s world-renowned co-op program.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

60 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 54,360 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Northeastern University - Boston Campus

CAD 31,194 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 7.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 99
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 68.0

Note:- The Northeastern University - Boston has made certain changes in its admission process due to the COVID Pandemic.
They are adapting new measures during this tough time and hence, some changes have been made. The University is willing to accept the Duolingo English test as the proof of English language proficiency. The minimum acceptance score will be 120.

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Career Opportunities

Experience Designer
Art Director
Producer
Art Producer
Videographer
Sound/Audio Designer

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
Undergraduate Merit based scholarship-prestigious Dean’s Scholarship Northeastern National Scholarships Graduate Merit scholarships by college	Undergraduate Merit based scholarship-prestigious Dean’s Scholarship: All fall first-year applicants who apply for undergraduate admission to Northeastern no later than the Regular Decision deadline of January 1 are considered. Northeastern National Scholarships-Awarded to admitted students who are designated as National Merit Finalists and list Northeastern University–Boston as their first-choice college with the National Merit Scholarship Corporation by the priority deadline (April 11, 2025). Note: Students can receive only one of the above scholarships. These awards are not available to students in the Northeastern London double degree program. LINK: https://admissions.northeastern.edu/cost-financial-aid/merit-scholarships/ Merit scholarships by college you may be considered for merit-based scholarships through your chosen college. To be considered for these awards, you must submit your application for admission by the application deadline. Bouvé College of Health Sciences College of Arts, Media and Design College of Engineering College of Professional Studies College of Science College of Social Sciences and Humanities D’Amore-McKim School of Business Khoury College of Computer Sciences School of Law Please note that scholarship eligibility criteria may vary depending on the scholarship and the program or college, and awards are managed by individual academic departments—not the Office of Student Financial Services. If you have questions regarding merit-based scholarships for graduate programs, please contact the department, college, or school to which you are applying or are currently enrolled. LINK: https://graduate.northeastern.edu/admissions-aid/tuition-financial-aid/scholarships/	Undergraduate Merit based scholarship-prestigious Dean’s Scholarship: up to $28,000 annually Northeastern National Scholarships-Competitive merit-based award (exact amount not specified); replaces other Northeastern merit awards Graduate Merit scholarships by college: varies

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.