We have a minimum TOEFL score requirement of 550 on the paper-based test, and 80 on the internet-based test (IBT), to satisfy the English language proficiency requirement.
We have a minimum overall band score of 6.5 on the IELTS exam to satisfy the English language proficiency requirement.
We have a minimum Duolingo score of 105 to satisfy the English language proficiency requirement.
The English subject test is the standard by which we measure English language proficiency on the ACT. A minimum score of 20 will satisfy the proficiency requirement.
The Critical Reading section is the standard by which we measure English language proficiency on the SAT. A minimum score of 480 will satisfy the proficiency requirement.
Priority deadline for Fall 2020: June 1 with decisions released on June 10
Final deadline for Fall 2020: August 1
Please note: You may submit your application and required materials prior to the priority deadline, and interviews are conducted on a rolling basis.
Contribute your vision to the world. Learn the foundations and practice of animation, from character design to top-end computer graphics and 3D graphics. At Lipscomb, you'll grow your creative skills under some of the most prominent animators in the U.S., including Tom Bancroft and John Pomeroy. You’ll connect with and learn from experts in Maya software, the industry standard in computer graphics and CGI effects. You’ll even have the option of taking on opportunities in Los Angeles — our department’s Los Angeles internship program as well as a yearly trip to work at an animation studio there.
Gain valuable experience in a faith-based community that will set you up for a meaningful career in animation — one filled with creativity, integrity and innovation, and driven by the desire to make a difference.
“It is a personal mandate that our instructors are busy working within the animation industry so that we are teaching from industry learned truths and using the same up-to-date programs and tech we use at home while working with the biggest studios and characters in the world. To prove this, Lipscomb can claim it is the only school in the world to have two former Disney supervising animators as instructors.” —Tom Bancroft, Artist in Residence
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Total hours required: 18
Specific courses required:
AR 1063 - Figure Drawing
AM 1113 - 2D Character Animation I
AM 1213 - Character Design I
AM 2413 - History of Animation
AM 2513 - Storyboarding for Animation I
AM 3013 - CG Modeling and Lighting I
Storyboard Artists
A storyboard artist provides visual illustrations to map out an effective production blueprint for TV shows, film and commercials. The storyboard artist's job is to provide a visual representation prior to the filming of a feature film or television production.
2D Animators
2D animators focus on creating characters, backgrounds and scene transitions, bringing creative ideas and concepts to life. Job duties of 2D animators revolve around designing and producing images.
3D Animators
Creating animation and graphics with the aid of computer illustrations and software programs. Spending time researching the project to get ideas for animation. Creating a working model of scenes to be animated in movies, television or video games.
