Bachelor of Fine Arts Animated Arts Kutztown University

Animated Arts students are visual storytellers. Come join us and learn to create new worlds, give life to unique characters, and explore concepts about our current cultural experiences through animated arts, including concept art, animation production, and 3D digital modeling and rendering used in film, television, and video games. The Animated Arts program prepares students to be visionaries by developing their voices as artists. Our program fosters risk-taking and growth through inventive exploration, with a foundation in traditional art practices. As students progress through the program, they acquire the technical skills needed for a variety of careers, from pre-production to animation to 3D digital assets and images. Students are encouraged to work individually and in teams, gaining hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment and software such as Toon Boom Harmony, Storyboard Pro, the Adobe Creative Suite, Dragonframe, Zbrush, Autodesk Maya, and Autodesk Substance 3D Painter. The Animated Arts program was named a Center of Excellence for Toon Boom programs in 2019 due to the high quality of student work coming out of our program, which gives our students free access to this industry-leading software as well as opportunities for internships with animation studios. The program is housed in the Department of Art and Design. Classes are taught in the Sharadin Art building, a hub of visual creative activity. The Animated Arts Program provides comprehensive artistic and technical training to help each student develop as an industry-ready animated arts professional, with both traditional and digital coursework.

Kutztown University, located in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, is a public university that traces its roots back to its founding in 1866. Nestled in the scenic Berks County, Kutztown University is part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). The campus spans over 300 acres and offers a vibrant academic environment.

The university is known for its commitment to providing quality education across a diverse range of disciplines. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs through its College of Business, College of Education, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, and College of Visual and Performing Arts. Kutztown University places a strong emphasis on experiential learning, encouraging students to apply classroom knowledge to real-world situations.

The campus features modern facilities, including state-of-the-art classrooms, laboratories, and recreational spaces. The university fosters a supportive community with various student organizations, clubs, and athletic programs. Golden Bears, the university's athletic teams, compete in NCAA Division II sports.